Wishing Lollipop

Wishing Lollipop is a 2023 Cambodian drama film directed by Un Bunthouern and written by Noun Molin. Wishing Lollipop has been screened in Cambodian cinemas and on the Angkor DC App. Wishing Lollipop was included as part of "Stories in Cambodia" at the 12th Cambodia International [Film Festival].

Premise

The plot revolves around Kay and Norea. The mother of the first is deaf and lying in a hospital bed and he faces issue paying her medical bills. Kay has an accident and drowns but he soon can come back among the living by switching bodies with Norea but going back in time 30 days before his death.

Cast

Vy Yaro as Kay
Chen Chen as Norea
Sveng Socheata as Kay's mom
Tep Rindaro as doctor

Screenings

The film also was screened at the Cambodia International Film Festival in 2023 and The 5th Lancang-Mekong International Film Week in 2023 at Kunming city of the province of Yunnan, China.

Reception

A review found that the film was "not your typical romantic comedy. The movie centers on the relationship between the character Norea, played by Chen Chen, and the character Kai, played by Vy Yaro. Their relationship brings a whole new level to the meaning of “self-love.”