Asian Persuasion portrays a Filipino-American divorcee named Mickey, who uses a fake dating profile to find a new partner for his ex-wife to avoid paying alimony. Set in New York, Mickey operates a coffee shop while co-parenting with style-conscious ex Avery. As his plan unfolds, it reveals tonal inconsistencies and an uncomfortable blend of crass humor with attempts at romance. Mickey's misguided efforts to win back Avery through sabotage lack conviction and emotional depth, ultimately failing against the backdrop of a struggling marriage and unconvincing character transitions.
Asian Persuasion attempts to revive romcom values through a convoluted narrative where a divorcee creates a fake dating profile to offload his ex-wife to a new partner.
The film centers around Mickey, a struggling coffee shop owner, and his desperate attempts to maneuver through his financial obligations and romantic complications.
Tonal shifts and a lack of finesse hinder Asian Persuasion, as the protagonist's crass tactics undermine the intended romance and emotional depth.
Middle-of-the-road attempts at cultural relevance fall flat as the movie struggles with character authenticity and clarity in its storytelling transitions.
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