Imagine complex high-integrity components, without joints or welds, from design to finished product in a matter of weeks. Proxima combines Powder Metallurgy (PM) and Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) to realise this possibility, creating near-net-shaped parts without the need for bespoke tooling. The result is a reduction in costs, resources and lead times whilst maximising design flexibility.
Proxima’s technology is trusted by leading businesses in the most highly regulated, quality-demanding industries.
Proxima combines Powder Metallurgy and Hot Isostatic Processing (PM-HIP) to manufacture high-integrity components.
A ruthless, perfectionist CEO specializing in hotel acquisitions. He prefers to eat alone and views everything through the lens of business efficiency.
A messy, talented sous chef at the Rosebud Hotel. Her culinary genius is the only thing that prevents the hotel’s buyout from failing. This Is Not What I Expected
In the film, food acts as a stand-in for emotional and physical intimacy. The two characters communicate their personalities and growing affection through complex, expertly shot cooking sequences—most notably a series of 18 different egg dishes Shengnan prepares to satisfy Lu Jin’s exacting standards. Her culinary genius is the only thing that
Their relationship begins with mutual animosity after a series of slapstick mishaps, including a mistaken car vandalism and an accidental suitcase-stuffed encounter. Key Themes & Analysis Their relationship begins with mutual animosity after a
This was the directorial debut for Derek Hui, formerly an editor for major action films. Reviewers from Cinema Escapist and IMDb praise the film’s "visual feast" and the chemistry between the leads, which prevents the cliché-heavy script from feeling stale. Critical Reception
Some critics argue the character of Lu Jin remains relatively flat and that the romance can feel superficial or overly formulaic compared to more grounded dramas.
Many find it a "breezy, inoffensive outing" perfect for a lazy afternoon, specifically lauding Zhou Dongyu’s "visceral" performance and the high production value.