Adoring (2019)

Other name: 宠爱, Chong Ai, Pet

Description:

Adoring is a heartwarming film that delves into the intricate relationships between people and their beloved pets, showcasing how these special bonds help navigate life's diverse challenges. Veterinarian Vivienne skillfully tends to her animal patients, but often finds the complexities of their human owners even more demanding. The narrative unfolds through multiple intertwined stories: a loyal friend struggles to support her childhood best friend coping with recent blindness, a journey marked by the unwavering devotion of a golden retriever. An abandoned kitten unexpectedly unites two strangers, whose own strained relationship mirrors the initial difficulties of their shared rescue.

Elsewhere, a girlfriend endeavors to embrace her boyfriend's profound affection for his pet pig, while a newlywed faces a tough adjustment as her husband's protective rottweiler resists accepting its new mom. A dedicated divorced father diligently looks after his daughter's cat while she lives abroad, and a hardworking delivery man finds his livelihood threatened when his essential, street-savvy terrier is picked up as a stray. Despite life's often messy nature, Adoring beautifully illustrates that the unconditional love and steadfast devotion of these pets ultimately empower their owners to live, love, and find peace.

Duration: 1 hr. 48 min.

Director: Yang Zi [杨子]

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2019

Genre:Animals; Comedy; Drama; Friendship; Romance