Bar Bender
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Bar Bender is a TVB modern drama series broadcast in April 2006.
senior counsel named Tony Tseung (Adam Cheng
). Senior Counsel Tseung is well known for winning 31 legal cases in a row, but is also notorious in legal circles for his unsavory (but ethical) tactics. He is also notorious for being retained as counsel by unscrupulous businessman Richard Ngai (Bill Chan
). His focus on his legal career has also alienated family member and anyone romantically involved. His daughter, Stephanie Tseung (Leila Tong
), particularly hates him for not only his modus operandi in legal battles (strike a victory on procedural errors, and not on evidence), but also on his neglect of family life.
All this changed when Tony was dealt a career blow by Richard. In an assault case involving Richard, Richard asked Tony's apprentice, Darren Li (Power Chan
), to conspire in a conspiracy to bribe a witness and have him lie in court by professing amnesia
. When Tony protested, Richard fired Tony, and cut off much of the businesses that came to his law firm. In the process, Tony lost his girlfriend, Sophie So (Anne Heung
), to Richard. Tony drowned his sorrows in alcohol, and assaulted a foreigner at a bar. Tseung pled guilty to assault, and was sentenced to community service. That was where he began to rediscover the lost idealism and righteousness of his youth and met Chong Hiu-Wai (Louisa So
) who showed him there is more to life...
Synopsis
The series revolves around a fictional Hong KongHong Kong
Hong Kong is one of two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China , the other being Macau. A city-state situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, it is renowned for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbour...
senior counsel named Tony Tseung (Adam Cheng
Adam Cheng
Adam Cheng Siu-chow is a Hong Kong TVB actor and Cantopop singer.-Career:Cheng started his career in the 1970s, where he gained a reputation for playing the lead roles in TVB Wuxia drama series based on the works of Louis Cha and Gu Long, such as The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber and Chor Lau Heung...
). Senior Counsel Tseung is well known for winning 31 legal cases in a row, but is also notorious in legal circles for his unsavory (but ethical) tactics. He is also notorious for being retained as counsel by unscrupulous businessman Richard Ngai (Bill Chan
Bill Chan
Shek Sau is a Hong Kong actor working for TVB. His son Sam Chan is also works for TVB as an actor. In 2005, they appeared in a cooking show together for a Father's Day promotion.-Filmography:-External links:*...
). His focus on his legal career has also alienated family member and anyone romantically involved. His daughter, Stephanie Tseung (Leila Tong
Leila Tong
Leila Tong Ling is an actress in Hong Kong. She was born into an Indonesian Chinese family. Her birth name is used in her works during her childhood and adolescence.- Career :...
), particularly hates him for not only his modus operandi in legal battles (strike a victory on procedural errors, and not on evidence), but also on his neglect of family life.
All this changed when Tony was dealt a career blow by Richard. In an assault case involving Richard, Richard asked Tony's apprentice, Darren Li (Power Chan
Power Chan
Power Chan or Chan Kwok-Pong is an actor in Hong Kong. He has appeared in numerous TVB drama series as well as films. He dated cantopop singer and actress Mimi Lo for 7 years before marrying her on December 2, 2009.-TV series:-Film:-References:...
), to conspire in a conspiracy to bribe a witness and have him lie in court by professing amnesia
Amnesia
Amnesia is a condition in which one's memory is lost. The causes of amnesia have traditionally been divided into categories. Memory appears to be stored in several parts of the limbic system of the brain, and any condition that interferes with the function of this system can cause amnesia...
. When Tony protested, Richard fired Tony, and cut off much of the businesses that came to his law firm. In the process, Tony lost his girlfriend, Sophie So (Anne Heung
Anne Heung
Anne Heung Hoi Lam, born 2 October 1974, is a Hong Kong actress for TVB. In 2008, she announced her retirement from the entertainment industry.-Biography:Anne often stars in action, comedic and political TVB drama series...
), to Richard. Tony drowned his sorrows in alcohol, and assaulted a foreigner at a bar. Tseung pled guilty to assault, and was sentenced to community service. That was where he began to rediscover the lost idealism and righteousness of his youth and met Chong Hiu-Wai (Louisa So
Louisa So
Louisa So Yuk Wa is a Hong Kong actress in drama and TV series. She is considered the "Cooking Mistress" after winning the comedy cooking show Beautiful Cooking...
) who showed him there is more to life...
List of court cases
Major characters
- Tony Tseung (蔣文滔, portrayed by Adam ChengAdam ChengAdam Cheng Siu-chow is a Hong Kong TVB actor and Cantopop singer.-Career:Cheng started his career in the 1970s, where he gained a reputation for playing the lead roles in TVB Wuxia drama series based on the works of Louis Cha and Gu Long, such as The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber and Chor Lau Heung...
) - A Senior CounselSenior CounselThe title of Senior Counsel or State Counsel is given to a senior barrister or advocate in some countries, typically equivalent to the title "Queen's Counsel" used in Commonwealth Realms...
whose unscrupulous (but ethical) tactics have drawn much criticism in the past, as well as alienating his family and lovers. However, he managed to rehabilitate his reputation, and reconcile with his family. - Jong Hue Wai (莊曉慧, portrayed by Louisa SoLouisa SoLouisa So Yuk Wa is a Hong Kong actress in drama and TV series. She is considered the "Cooking Mistress" after winning the comedy cooking show Beautiful Cooking...
) - A law clerk at the Legal Aid Department, she is also a volunteer, and she helped Tony Zhang in his transformation into a better person. - Stephanie Tseung (蔣思庭, portrayed by Leila TongLeila TongLeila Tong Ling is an actress in Hong Kong. She was born into an Indonesian Chinese family. Her birth name is used in her works during her childhood and adolescence.- Career :...
) - Daughter of Tony Tseung. She is a barristerBarristerA barrister is a member of one of the two classes of lawyer found in many common law jurisdictions with split legal professions. Barristers specialise in courtroom advocacy, drafting legal pleadings and giving expert legal opinions...
who hated her father's unscrupulous tactics. She tried to get as far away from her father as she can at first, but eventually reconciled with her father after his transformation into a better and more ethical barrister. - Lam Ga Shun (林家信, portrayed by Sammul ChanSammul ChanSammul Chan Kin-fung is a Hong Kong actor, singer, and presenter.-Career:Chan debuted in 1997 as a DJ for Metro Broadcast Corporation Limited under his birth name, although most of the time he was simply referred to and credited as simply "Sammul". From 1997 to 1999, he has signed with three...
) - A truck driver who got to know Tony Tseung's daughter, - Sophie So (蘇若菲, portrayed by Anne HeungAnne HeungAnne Heung Hoi Lam, born 2 October 1974, is a Hong Kong actress for TVB. In 2008, she announced her retirement from the entertainment industry.-Biography:Anne often stars in action, comedic and political TVB drama series...
) - A former lover of Tony Tseung, who eventually cheated on him, and dated Richard Ngai. - Darren Lee (李廣德, portrayed by Power ChanPower ChanPower Chan or Chan Kwok-Pong is an actor in Hong Kong. He has appeared in numerous TVB drama series as well as films. He dated cantopop singer and actress Mimi Lo for 7 years before marrying her on December 2, 2009.-TV series:-Film:-References:...
) - An apprentice of Tony Tseung. He later acquired Tony's unscrupulous ways, and became Richard Ngai's counsel after his fallout with Tseung. - Richard Ngai (倪承坤, portrayed by Bill ChanBill ChanShek Sau is a Hong Kong actor working for TVB. His son Sam Chan is also works for TVB as an actor. In 2005, they appeared in a cooking show together for a Father's Day promotion.-Filmography:-External links:*...
) - A wealthy businessman who hired Tony Tseung as his counsel in the past, but later fell out with him.
Appearances throughout
- Anna Song (宋綺華, portrayed by Mary HonMary HonMary Hon is an actress from TVB in Hong Kong. She has appeared in many television series, such as Beyond the Realm of Conscience.-TV series:-External links:...
) - Ex-wife of Tony Tseung. She remained on good terms with her ex-husband, who frequents the new restaurant Song and her new husband opens. - Chui Yen Dong (徐恩東, portrayed by Lee Sheng Cheung - Second husband of Song Yi Hua. He opened Chez Mois, a new French restaurant with his wife. The restaurant is frequented by Tony Tseung.
- Go Hoi Ting (高開霆, portrayed by Mat Yeung)- He, along with his brother, Go Wei Ting, are Richard Ngai's lawyers, although they typically handle less sophisticated or challenging cases than those handled by Tony Tseung.
- Go Wei Ting (高威霆, portrayed by Dennis So) - He and his brother, Go Hoi Ting, are Richard Ngai's lawyers.
Legal Aid Department workers
- Rose Yu (余樂施, portrayed by Angela TongAngela TongAngela Tong, born 30 June 1975 in Montreal, Canada with family roots in Shunde, Guangdong, China, is a Hong Kong actress and was Miss Chinese Montreal 1995. She went to Concordia University.-Pageant life:...
)- A Senior Law Clerk, she has a secret crush on her supervisor, but she did not reveal it until a client went behind her back and told her supervisor. - Yeung Ching (楊拯, portrayed by Go Jun Man)- The Assistant Department Head. He is the love interest of Rose Yu.
Beginning
- Mr Smith (portrayed by Gregory Charles RiversGregory Charles RiversGregory Charles Rivers is a Hong Kong actor of Australian heritage.Growing up in Katoomba, he moved to Hong Kong in 1987 before finishing a medical degree at University of New South Wales. Speaking fluent Cantonese, he is currently a TVB actor...
)- A barrister who specialize in International Law. Stephanie Tseung wanted to be his pupil, but backed out after discovering that her father influenced Mr. Smith.
House acquisition case
- Ngai Fat (倪發, portrayed by Lo Chun Shun)- Father of Richard Ngai. The character has already died, and only appears in flashback during this arc.
- Mary Yu (余翠竹, portrayed by Bak Yen. Appearance in flashbacks portrayed by Janice Shum)- One of four squatters of a flat in a soon to be demolished house. Her actions in the past caused the foursome to lose their flat.
- Fong Gim Lam (方劍蘭, portrayed by Lai Shou Ying)- One of the foursome who lived in the residence in question.
- Shum Wing Mui (沈詠梅, portrayed by Apple Xia)- One of the foursome who lived in the residence in question.
- Chin Mei Gook (錢美菊, portrayed by Siu Yuk Sim)- One of the foursome who lived in the residence in question.
Viewership ratings
| Week | Episode | Average Points | Peaking Points | References | |
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April 3–7, 2006 | 1 — 5 | |
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April 10–14, 2006 | 6 — 10 | |
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April 17–21, 2006 | 11 — 15 | |
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April 24–28, 2006 | 16 — 20 | |
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External links
- TVB.com Bar Bender - Official Website
- Butterfly's Place.net Bar Bender - Episodic Synopsis