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Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive

Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive

A man is hired by a group of people he believes to be gangsters to escort a briefcase from America to Hong Kong. When he arrives, however, his contact is nowhere to be found. With no further instructions, he decides to take in the sights of Hong Kong, which consist of him taking part in a great deal of blood, sex and general weirdness, all while wearing a briefcase handcuffed to his arm.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive
  • Genres: Crime, Comedy
  • Release Date: 1989-09-15
  • Runtime: 83 minutes
  • Rating: 5/10 (13 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Forever Profit Investment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.0451
  • Languages: English, Cantonese

Cast & Crew

Victor Wong

Victor Wong

as Blind Man

Lo Lieh

Lo Lieh

as Pianist

Lo Wei

Lo Wei

as Big Boss

Spencer Nakasako

Spencer Nakasako

as Yat Boon Jai

Cora Miao

Cora Miao

as Money

Allen Fong

Allen Fong

as Taxi Driver

Cheng Kwun-Min

Cheng Kwun-Min

as Uncle Cheng

Lam Chung

Lam Chung

as Ex-Red Guard

Chan Kim-Wan

Chan Kim-Wan

as Duck Killer

John Chan

John Chan

as The Son-in-Law

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Trailers & Clips

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

culture clashdark comedybriefcasetastelessnesshong kongeast asian leadtriads

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive?

Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive is a Crime, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1989-09-15.

Who are the main actors in Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive?

The main cast includes Victor Wong, Lo Lieh, Lo Wei, Spencer Nakasako, Cora Miao, .

Where can I watch Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive is available.

Is Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive?

Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive has an IMDb rating of 5/10 based on 13 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive?

The soundtrack was composed by Forever Profit Investment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive filmed?

Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive?

The total runtime of Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive is 83 minutes.

Is Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive.

Does Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive have a post-credit scene?

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