From: NO TOP TEN CENTRAL Newsgroups: alt.asian-movies,soc.culture.hongkong.entertainment Subject: [TAKE OVER] HKSAR Film No Top 10 Box Office (June 6 2019) Organization: Chaffing Heart Club (TM) The following publication contains material that might be objectionable to some readers. Parental guidance and reader discretion are advised. [FLUFF OF THE WEEK] Courtesy of Ming Pao, Sing Tao Daily, Apple Daily, Oriental Daily, and Ta Kung Pao 1. THIS TOP 10 IS DEDICATED TO A. Kary Ng Yu Fei who celebrates her birthday on the 9th 2. MISCELLANEOUS * (2019/06/12) The film STILL HUMAN (LUN LOK YUN) was a big box office hit, only HK$ 300,000 or so away from HK$ 20 million. Two nights ago lead actor Anthony Wong Chau Sun and lead actress Crisel Consunji, director Oliver Chan Siu Kuen, producer Fruit Chan Gor, Cecilia Yip Tung, Sam Lee Chan Sam and others attended a celebration dinner in North Point. Speaking of the box office almost reaching HK$ 20 million, Chau Sun said that it was still HK$ 300,000 short. Crisel Consunji wanted to ask her compatriots for help. He even admitted that he never expected the film to perform so well at the box office and considered it a miracle. How much bonus would he receive? Chau Sun said that it would be several hundred thousand, which could be used for rent and electric bills. He even joked that everyone should know how poor he was. After all those awards, did he receive more job offers? Chau Sun admitted, "No, everyone knows (why) so talking more about it would be pointless. (Then you won't need a raise?) No, the unemployed like me will soon have to migrate. Without any work, I may have to work at a cafe or sell hot dogs on the streets." "(Would Chan Gor approach you for his new film?) I can't be in Chan Gor's movies, how I can play four wives and six husbands? I don't have the knack for it, I really want to but I can't. Instead this type of movies that Chan Siu Kuen makes is great. (Would you work with her again?) I don't know, she wants to fly and do something else." In addition, Chau Sun revealed that finally he had dinner with friends to celebrates, but this time the venue was smaller so he could only invite a few people. He said, "This time I didn't invite (Andy) Lau Tak Wa because the venue issue I couldn't do it." Cecilia Yip Tung joked that her husband constantly looked at her so he did not go to the movies to watch her performance. Although she did not pay attention to the box office, she learned that many have praised this film was very entertaining. Some Filipino workers at a restaurant she frequented originally only knew that she was an actress, but earlier they suddenly brought her a photo and asked if she was in it? Yip Tung said, "When I said that was me, she immediately said that the movie was very entertaining. Then I learned that actually many Filipino people have seen this film. (Do you have a market in the Philippines now?) I don't know Tagalog! (Would you work together again?) I am very happy to work with new directors. Female directors are in the minority in the circle. She is pretty and young, I hope this time doesn't go to her head." Would he get any bonus this time? Sam Lee Chan Sam said no because earlier he already received lai see. Yet he looked forward to working with Chan Siu Kuen again. He also said that his wife also went to the movies to see his performance and praised it as passable and had room for improvement. * (2019/06/12) Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Linah Matsuoka, and Jeana Ho Pui Yu in the new film DECEPTION OF THE NOVELIST (JOK GA DIK FONG YIN BUK JUNG YAU JUI) was in a love triangle. Cheung Kin Sing and Jeana had an estranged couple, one day a new renter Linah Matsuoka moved in. Cheung Kin Sing after hooking up with Matsuoka behind Jeana's back had a series of strange encounters. Cheung Kin Sing, Linah Matsuoka and Jeana spoke to the media earlier. Playing a writer Cheung Kin Sing stated that this was a suspense film about human nature. "My character on the surface had a happy family, but actually was another mater. How far can a person take a lie? This film can uncover the ugliness of human nature." Jeana also gained 20 pounds for the role. She said that her character was a full time housewife. She looked sloppy and felt that gaining weight would make the audience relate to her more. Luckily after the shoot she was able to lose the weight. In the film she dared to love and hate. If her husband was unfaithful she would not mind taking him down with her. yet in reality she felt that hatred could not solve any issue. When a relationship ended then she should let go. Cheung Kin Sing and Matsuoka had many love scenes. Cheung Kin Sing joked that before the shoot began, they spent a day on rehearsal with the team. They said that the shoot was not awkward at all. Cheung Kin Sing said, "The film is rated IIB and not III. During the shoot I didn't want everyone to focus on the love scenes but on the story. The drop to IIB would enable even more people to enjoy the film and hopefully move the box office with word of mouth." Cheung Kin Sing in the film cheated on his wife. He admitted that when he was young he also did something similar and was even caught in the act. At the time his girlfriend slapped him. "When I was younger I was greedy and fell for people easily. I didn't know how to cherish (the relationship). Once I grew up I learned that cheating required a lot of effort. Now I can't handle two relationships at the same time, less is more." In addition, Matsuoka this time used Cantonese for the entirety of the film. She said that after receiving the script she questioned whether she would be able to do it. The team originally suggested dubbing, but she said to herself she definitely had to do it. Thus she spent a month to practice. When the shoot began her period lasted for a month. "The doctor said that I had an endometrial polyp, which had a chance to become cancer; and suggested for me to have surgery. Yet because I was working on the movie at the time, in the end I went to see a Chinese medicine practitioner. After the shoot ended I went back to Japan to see a doctor, the doctor said that the polyp vanished. Perhaps it was due to pressure, as soon as I relaxed I was fine." Matsuoka looked forward to making another movie in Cantonese, stress to her was a good thing. * (2019/06/12) Tony Leung Ka Fai earlier attended his new film CHASING THE DRAGON 2 WILD WILD BUNCH (JUI LUNG II CHAK WONG)'s Taiwan premiere. The Taiwan group Mayday's Guan You and Monster showed their support in person. Brother Ka Fai once worked on Mayday's music video. Guan You revealed that while they performed in Hong Kong, Brother Ka Fai personally drove to the venue and treated them to roast pork. He praised Brother Ka Fai for being very attentive off camera, completely different from his on screen villain role. Brother Ka Fai worked with Simon Yam Tat Wa, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Gordon Lam Ka Tung. He said that when they used to make movies the guys would talk about getting girls, now they would talk about parenthood. In addition, Brother Ka Fai once worked with Lin Chiling. he said that everyone would quietly bless her joy in her new marriage. He of course would like her to have a child soon. * (2019/06/12) Famous soccer player Michael Owen two days ago guest starred in the film OVER Z GIRLS (PIU YEUNG NUI GIRL)'s promotional film in Hong Kong. Owen and director Lam Wai Kwong spoke to the press. Owen said that he and the director were still studying his role in the film, for now they would keep it a mystery. Owen admitted that he has been to Asia many times and knew that Asian films were very well known. Many have asked him if he would be interested in making movies. He said, "I have to try it before I know, never say never!" Would he like to play a hero or a villain? Owen said that it would depend on the director's demand, anything reasonable would be considered. Of course playing a soccer player would be the best. Would Owen be interested in investing in film? He admitted that he would not know for certain. He felt that film was a very special industry so he would not say no with certainty. Would Owen not take a salary to support his friend this time? Owen's investor friend said that he would definitely pay Owen, unless he was also an investor. Owen's promotional short film mainly brought out this film's new actor recruitment in July. After passing the recruitment audition actors would have a chance to work with Owen in the film. Owen two days ago participated in the shoot, which was also his first time acting in front of the camera. After he was done he said, "This of course doesn't count as acting, because I am not playing someone else. I am playing myself. I am still Owen. However the acting process is very interesting, the hardest part is I have to speak Cantonese!" Owen said that the director originally wanted him to speak more Cantonese, but in the end he still only said "sorry" -- for which he still had to practice for awhile. In addition, in the short film Owen also made roast pork. Owen said that this truly was a first time in his life because he never cooked. He said that roast pork was his favorite Chinese dish. His first attempt at making roast pork actually was not too complicated but also very fun. "I didn't cook too badly, it's very tasty!" Director Lam Wai Kwong revealed that this time the film will shoot on location in England. The subject will include soccer elements. Aside from Owen he would choose three female and two male newcomers from the Mainland, Hong Kong, England and other locations. They would have to be able to play soccer and music. Director Lam once made Y2K short films, so he intended on catching up with the "children" of the Y2K series. Shawn Yue Man Lok, Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin, Kenny Kwan Chi Bun, Alex Fong Lik Sun, Natalie Tong Sze Wing and Hedwig Tam Sin Yin have already agreed to guest star. Also Jan Lamb Hiu Fung in the film would also play soccer with Owen. * (2019/06/10) Annie Liu (Lau Sum Yau) in the film INVINCIBLE DRAGON (GAU LUNG BUK BAI) played a rich kid and a Chinese medicine practitioner. She had a breast removed due to cancer and a tattoo on her chest to remember her late mother. The character was very challenging, and gave her the first special effect make up with pizza dough for "human skin". She said, "We used pizza dough for the chest, each time took a very long time. I didn't dare to laugh or breathe too hard, as I was afraid that I would sweat from being too excited and the skin would fall off. In addition the tattoo took almost two hours!" Sum Yau said that her female special effect make up artist came from Taiwan, but she felt like she was topless. Being drawn on an important area felt very awkward. She said, "At first when she extended her hand, my natural response was to protect my chest. It was really funny!" Max Zhang Jin in the film played the cop Dragon. Sum Yau was his Chinese medicine practitioner and would take his pulse and provide acupuncture therapy. She even used her family's position to help him out of trouble. Although they were not considered a couple their relationship was delicate. Sum Yau this time did not have any action scene, but was able to drive a pretty car on joyride as she raced with Kevin Cheng Ka Wing. Earlier the car chase took place on a blocked off Macau streets. Even with all the safety precautions they still had pressure. Ultimately each car was a luxury car. Director Fruit Chan Gor told her not to worry, put the pedal to the metal and drift up the hill to demonstrate her princess dominance. "Yet I was very afraid of scratching the Porsche, in the end I really scratched it!" Sum Yu said that actually her driving was decent and came in first in a F1 charity race. She also drove while living in Canada and was an experienced and safe driver. When she came to work in Hong Kong she did not dare to drive, mainly because Hong Kong's roads were too narrow and she was not familiar with them. She often worried about scratching the car and did not want to become a danger. Sum Yau would return to Canada once a year and she would drive, but she was used to driving on the left side. Thus the director was very gutsy this time. How much did she have to pay for scratching a luxury car? Sum Yau said, "I didn't feel right about asking, but I saw the director staring and touching the scar on the car and mumbling to himself in a confused way. I thought that his heart was aching very much!" * (2019/06/09) This year's New York Asian Film Festival will take place between the 28th and July 14th. The event yesterday announced on social media that this year's Lifetime Achievement Award will go to famous Hong Kong director Yuen Woo Ping. The award ceremony will take place on July 1st at the Lincoln Center. Yuen Woo Ping started in the business in the 60s. His work successfully merged kung fu elements with comedy and became kung fu film landmarks. Yuen Woo Ping is best known in the West as an action director in movies like THE MATRIX, KILL BILL and CROUCHING TIGER HIDDEN DRAGON. The NYAFF will screen three Yuen Woo Ping directed films THE THOUSAND FACES OF DUNJIA, IRON MONKEY and MASTER Z: THE IP MAN LEGACY to celebrate. Aside from Yuen Woo Ping, Jackie Chan, Ringo Lam Lan Tung, Eric Tsang Chi Wai, Tsui Hark and others have received the honor previously. * (2019/06/09) Linah Matsuoka, Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Terry Zou (Chow Man Jing) and Raymond Chiu Wing Hung yesterday attended their film DECEPTION OF THE NOVELIST (JOK GA DIK FONG YIN: BUK JUNG YAU JUI)'s event. Also a producer of the film, Cheung Kin Sing said that three years ago the script already caught his eyes. At first he had no confidence in finding investors, but because he really liked this script later he mustered up the courage and found a dozen or so investors. First time producer Cheung Kin Sing admitted that the pressure was enormous. He also had to perform so his duty was doubled. He pointed out that the most difficult was finding actors. Finding a lead actress like Jeana Ho Pui Yu was very hard, in the end he decided on Matsuoka. He praised Linah Matsuoka and Jeana for their effort. Jeana even gained weight and performed without make up for the character. A month before the production began Linah Matsuoka worked on Cantonese with him. As for love scenes, the director found a place for everyone to practice. He stressed that this film was not a sex film but a mystery thriller. He also said that the competition would be too strong, luckily advanced screenings had decent word of mouth. He hoped that even more people would support it. Linah Matsuoka revealed that she had sexy performance in the film and felt that she could be even sexier. As for how far she would go, she said, "It can't be cheap, it would depend on the character. As long as it's not adult video it's fine." She said that she has already watched the film at an advanced screening and was pleased with her performance. She felt that everyone have put a lot of effort in the production. She also said that she would like to challenge an action and a special agent role. Earlier she had two offers to make action films, but her manager turned them down. Perhaps the roles were not suitable. Was she not afraid of how easily she could get hurt from fight scenes? She said that she was not worried. "I am not worried about being hit. Now I am learning to fight. I want to make movies like special agent ones, like CATWOMAN. I really admire Scarlett Johansson. I can also accept sexy performance and playing ugly." As for her Cantonese getting worse from before, she admitted that she has already forgotten a lot of it. Yet she would not need to find a Hong Kong boyfriend to teach her Cantonese, she could just go to class. * (2019/06/08) Ng Man Tat two nights ago attended the film A GREAT FEMINIST PIONEER (YU DOI NUI WON TONG KWAN YING)'s Hong Kong premiere. He said that he attended to support Mainland star Tian Hairong. Brother Tat said that due to heart disease and high blood pressure he quit smoking and drinking 5 years ago. Now everyday he has been practicing Baduanjin to improve his health. As for work, Brother Tat said, "What can I do now? I just work casually, I can't even work the tougher jobs. Now it's so hot, I am better off with just commercials. They are more comfortable. Later I will guest star in Lee Lik Chi's new film, which will be costume period too. Since a buddy asked I will lend a hand, If I don't I will feel bad." He also revealed that now mostly he would stay in Hong Kong. * (2019/06/07) Artists Jennifer Yu Heung Yi and Stephy Tang Lai Yun earlier worked on their new film CHAN YING HUNG GAN (RUINED SHADOW SPACE) in an abandoned school. At night the atmosphere became even eerier. Yu Heung Yi in the film suffered long term mental and physical abuse at the hands of her husband Kyle Li Yam Sun and in turn depression, as she looked for help from forensic psychologist Tang Lai Yun. In "bruised facial make up" Yu Heung Yi screamed and sobbed. She even said, "Later I had to soak in a tub and showed off my back scars from long term abuse." Has she run into similar situation in real life? She admitted, "I haven't, but I have friends who did. I got a call in the middle of the night, a call for help from my friend. She just got beaten up!" She also said that lately she has had 3 or 4 heavy movie roles. "I ended up with some negative energy. At work I am always doing crying scenes. After finishing all the jobs I plan to take Mommy and my sister to Greece for a vacation." She said that Mama wanted to join a tour, but she wanted to save money and decided to plan her own trip. "I would be the tour guide. (Are you saving money for a home?) I am planning to, I want Mommy to have a good home." Originally the day was sunny, but after the team accidentally broke some glass a storm swept through. Before lead actress Tang Lai Yun took her mark, she hid in her vehicle to cultivate her emotions for her role. * (2019/06/07) Tony Leung Ka Fai, Louis Koo Tin Lok and Gordon Lam Ka Tung starred in the film CHASING THE DRAGON 2 WILD WILD BUNCH (JUI LUNG II CHAK WONG) two nights ago held its premiere at the Kowloon Bay International Trade and Exhibition Center. One of the leads Simon Yam Tat Wa due to work was unable to attend. Guests included Chan Chun Chi, Candy Yu On On, Natalie Tong Sze Wing and Alice Chan Wai. Ka Fai once urged Goo Jai and Ka Tung to get married soon. Ka Tung joked that what he and Goo Jai had in common was that they both released themselves. Goo Jai even stated, "When it comes to love I wouldn't listen to anyone." The event presented durian to the actors and the two directors. Ka Fai asked, "Who arranged for unripe durian. Originally I thought I would chop it with my bare hand, but it's so raw!" During the photo opportunity, he stood behind Wonhg Jing and pretended to smash his head with the durian. The three leads also shared their experience of working together again after 14 years. Ka Fai said, "Goo Jai now is a 'film industry tycoon'. Even (Anthony) Wong Chau Sun said that. Working together again 14 years later is very rare. Although it was very tough, the toughest was Goo Jai had several movies and had to run around all over. Ka Tung was both producer and screenwriter. I was more comfortable, I was retired. Although the film production was very tough, it was very pleasant." Ka Fai had to keep eating durian for the film. Did seeing durian again scare him? He said, "No, working with Goo Jai and Ka Tung again was very pleasant. They all hold their own, we don't have much chance to be able to work together again. Of course I want to, but I am retired." Was this film his retirement film? He said, "I am retired, but I didn't quit. As long as the audience, the director, the colleagues have ideas for me, I would work until the last one. I hope that would be very far from now. (Would you ask Goo Jai and Ka Tung to watch over you?) Goo Jai takes care of a lot of people, I don't need him to. As long as he remembers me it's fine." Goo Jai claimed to be a workaholic so he did not find working on the film tough. Instead Ka Fai constantly urged him be careful with his health and get physical examinations. Ka Fai once asked him and Ka Tung to get married soon, Ka Fai said, "Don't talk about that here, it's very awkward. The road each person chooses is different. From my standpoint, identity and age I encourage them to start a family because I want them to have perfect lives. However not dating, getting married and having children don't mean they don't have perfect lives. You can't link them together!" Ka Tung said that what he and Goo Jai had in common was that they have released themselves. The married Ka Fai said, "I didn't say that I was at a dead end." Would Goo Jai listen to what Ka Fai said? He said, "I would, but what it comes to love I wouldn't listen to anyone." He even joked that people have to love themselves, not getting married is an expression of love. Has he been hurt by love before? He said, "It's an internal injury!" In addition, speaking of Lee Siu Kay's funeral, the Performing Artist Guild president Goo Jai said that he just returned to Hong Kong. Because Brother Kay just got married, he would follow up with his wife to get an understanding of any assistance that she might need. Brother Kay's friend Chan Chun Ch said that he and Brother Kay's wife have kept in touch. After she would receive the death certificate they would begin. He said, "Brother Kay although looked mean, he was very kind. He was a lovably meanie." Has he consoled Kay Soh? He said that he left her alone to settle down. "Because Brother Kay started to get sick two years ago, everyone was already mentally prepared. When I visited Brother Kay I told him, 'If you want to go just go, don't suffer!' Everyone would die so it is very fair, the most important is to live excitingly. Brother Kay lived very excitingly. He wasn't an addict, a bad guy, but a lovably meanie." He also pointed out that although Brother Kay was not baptized, he could still have a Christian funeral. * (2019/06/07) The 13th Fresh Wave International Short Film Festival opened. From June 6th to 22nd, 55 domestic and international films will be screened. Yesterday at the opening ceremony Director Johnnie To Kei Fung, Aaron Kwok Fu Sing and Ben Yuen Fu Wa attended to show their support. Fresh Wave has already stepped into its 13th year. The host asked president To Sir whether it has reached the harvest period. To Sir jokingly answered, "Now it's time to quit!" He wanted to thank Sing Sing for his support as he knew that he really liked to help new directors. Sing Sing also admitted that he really admired To Sir and even praised him as a good director. Over the years he has discovered a lot of new blood to join this big family. Although this was Sing Sing's first year of participating in Fresh Wave, he hoped that colleagues would support it like he has. He said, "I have worked with over 10 new directors, if new directors have good screenplays they can hand them over to me!" The host asked Sing Sing to encourage new directors. Sing Sing said, "You have to have passion and perseverance, then you would be able to reach your future dreams!" To Sir said, "I have said it for 13 years, directors have to be creative and insist on original creation. Don't copy, if you copy it it is not creating!" Sing Sing was asked if he would asked new directors' screenplays. He said that he has always been very supportive of new director. In the past he has worked with over 10 new directors, from MURDERER (SAT YUN FAN), PORT OF CALL (DAP HUET CHUM MUI) to the most lately I'M LIVIN' IT (MAK LO YUN) they all have been new directors' movies. He did not expect that working on the Philip Yung Tsz Kwong directed PORT OF CALL even won him an award. Sing Sing felt that new directors have a new power. Perhaps they have no burden, creatively they have even more new elements. Yet often bosses do not give a lot of production budget to new directors' movies. Would he be willing to reduce his salary for the performance? Sing Sing said, "Of course I would, I would make accommodations according to the condition. If I want to help new directors, I have to have this mental preparation. Thus it wouldn't be too much of a problem. I would try to help friends who are interested in developing in this business. This business needs new blood for replenishment, only then would Hong Kong film thrive even more; only then would good movies appear. In addition I grew up in the Hong Kong film circle, so I would provide support even more." Has he tried not taking a salary at all but only bonus? Sing Sing said, "I would leave the salary for my manager Siu Mei to negotiate, she knows how to adjust and she also respects talent very much. She wants to make a good movie so details won't be big problems. We always have ways to get together, make everyone feel comfortable and put no one in any difficult position. Last year I worked with two new directors. New comers and I have quite a connection!" He reiterated that as long as new directors bring screenplays to the company, Siu Mei would help with filtering them and hope to be able to create a chance to work together. Lately aside from concert tours, Sing Sing has remained in Hong Kong for work. Thus when his younger daughter was born he still had time to take care of her. He even had time to take his older daughter to Ocean Park and later would take her to Disney. Who would take care of his "babies"? Sing Sing said, "We have maids, and mother in law lends a hand." [ BLAH OF THE WEEK ] Columns, Reviews, Interviews 1. TA KUNG PAO, JUNE 6 2019, THE WEEK IN FILM BIRTHDAY: DISASTER SURVIVORS' PAIN Among the list this century's most shocking disasters at sea is certainly the 2014 Sewol incident in Korea. Aside from numerous deaths and casualties, the negligence from the crew to the authorities and the ensuing political storm that it triggers was rarely seen in the modern world. Documentary films, even poems, songs and other artwork about this incident are numerous. A feature film about it had to wait five years after before the release of the Lee Jong-un written and directed BIRTHDAY, which more or less stipulated that this subject required careful handling. - HUNG KWONG The film BIRTHDAY started with the return of protagonist who worked overseas for years to Korea. No one picked him up at the airport. He alone went to his wife and daughter's new home. His wife Soon-nam slammed the door on him. The writer and the director does not explain this family's situation at the beginning, only as the story slowly progresses do the audience learn that they are the surviving family member of a Sewol victim. The husband due to his overseas job (and for other reasons) has not returned for years, his wife alone raises their children. When their son Su-ho passed away in the sinking of the Sewol, which left Soon-nam in hopelessness. She also rejected any connection with the survivors group...... Controlled Handling The film cuts into the incident from a microscopic scale. Those parents who shaved their heads, refused compensation and protested in front of the presidential office all appeared to be cordial in the film, using a seemingly generous attitude toward the loss of their loved ones. What Jung-il and Soon-nam face actually is the bad luck that the father and the son had in different generations, leading to the family at the brink of dissolution. The director's handling is very controlled. Without any score as the camera keeps its distance from the characters, so the audience is able to observe the lives of the protagonists and their daughter, the pain that they are carrying and the sorrow that slowly seeps out. Most films based on real society incidents would have places that are difficult to grasp. Views that creators express about the incident often would fall into the exploitation of conspiracy theory. The ones that focuses on the reaction of those involved have the danger of being excessively melodramatic. Ultimately, creating on a tightrope requires proper balance, otherwise it becomes the exploitation of those involved. From this angle, BIRTHDAY avoided conspiracy theories and the extreme social conflict. It is based on a volunteer's personal experience and looks at this incident from a minor character, the poster disaster trauma of the family, the emotional disorder that it triggers, and the very rarely seen dispute and conflict between support group members. For the Sewol disaster at sea, the advanced communication technology gave many victims the chance for a final call. Whether they were received or not survivors had an added type of pain and guilt. Actually none of them is important, what the film wants to show is that in the end how mortals like us face disasters that come out of nowhere and the pain of losing those closes to us. Outstanding Leads Thje Sul Kyung-gu and Jeon Do-yeon played couple is this film's biggest bright spot. The difficulty of handling these two character lies in each of them suppressing the enormous pain of losing their son. Their performance has to be mainly reserved. It brings out details, and has several extremely emotional climax. With all the crying, it cannot be melodramatic and excessive. In these scenes their control can be seen. Jeon Do-yeon plays the mother who lost their son without make up, in comparison to her SECRET SUNSHINE handling she has different layers. Ultimately, facing survivors and keeping on going together sometimes is much more difficult than facing the loss of those closest to us alone and has even more potential. The entire film's climax is the source of the title BIRTHDAY, the birthday party that is held for victims so everyone would always remember them. Honestly, this scene perhaps is somewhat melodramatic, although it obviously came from actual experience. Also because its "real", the director's handling of scenes with many people together appear to be chaotic. Su-ho's slideshow is also excessively "childish" but does not reduce its power of affecting the audience. The male lead explodes here, bringing everyone's emotion to its climax. This probably is considered a type of happy ending? A happy ending that enables the protagonist and the audience both to get back on track in life. 2. TA KUNG PAO, JUNE 6 2019, THE WEEK IN FILM X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX OPENS IN HONG KONG AND THE U.S. Last week Warner released the summer blockbuster, the second Godzilla film GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS. Unfortunately it was no match for the previous week release of Disney's live action ALADDIN. KING OF THE MONSTERS could only come in second place at the box office. In first place was ALADDIN. Last week's box office made HK$ 36.51 million, HK$ 2.47 million more than the previous week. As for the rest of the box office, JOHN WICK 3: PARABELLUM, AVENGERS: ENDGAME and POKEMON DETECTIVE PIKACHU all fell one place to third to fifth place. Among other new releases, A DOG'S JOURNEY made HK$ 800,000 in seventh place. With advanced screenings it made HK$ 890,000; the Japanese animated film CODE GEASS LELOUCH OF THE RE;SURRECTION made HK$ 450,000 in eleventh place; the Korean film BIRTHDAY starred Sul Kyung-gu and Jeon Do-yeon made HK$ 100,000 in sixteenth place; another Korean film, the Ryoo Joon-Yeol and Yoo Ji-Tae starred MONEY made HK$ 58,000 in twelfth place. This week Fox and Marvel's big comic book hero production X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX will open simultaneously in Hong Kong and the U.S. This time X-MEN: THE LAST STAND's producer and producer Simon Kinberg personally directs, Jennifer Lawrence, James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender star. It probably will land on top of this week's box office. The Chinese blockbuster, Wong Jing and Kwan Chi Yiu directed, Tony Leung Ka Fai, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Gordon Lam Ka Tung and Simon Yam Tat Wa starred CHASING THE DRAGON 2 WILD WILD BUNCH (JUI LUNG II CHAK WONG) will likely be this week's bright spot. Two years ago CHASING THE DRAGON in Hong Kong made HK$ 18.97 million, the performance was considered decent. In addition, the Michael Moore directed documentary FAHRENHEIT 11/9 and the famous French director Francois Ozon's BY THE GRACE OF GOD will open this week as well. At the Mainland box office, KING OF THE MONSTERS opened and immediately knocked off last week's ALADDIN for the top spot. ALADDIN fell one place to second place; the Japanese animated film DORAEMON: NOBITA'S CHRONICLE OF THE MOON EXPLORATION opened in third place; POKEMON DETECTIVE PIKACHU and A DOG'S JOURNEY came in fourth and fifth. WEEKLY BOX OFFICE (Ending June 2 2018) Position(Previous Week), Film Title, Box Office, Cumulative Box Office HONG KONG 5(4) POKEMON DETECTIVE PIKACHU, HK$ 1.25 M, HK$ 22.47 M 4(3) AVENGERS: ENDGAME, HK$ 1.71 M, HK$ 219 M 3(2) JOHN WICK CHAPTER 3 PARABELLUM, HK$ 3.84 M, HK$ 21.09 M 2(0) GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS, HK$ 9.98 M, HK$ 9.98 M 1(1) ALADDIN, HK$ 13.95, HK$ 25.94 M MAINLAND 5(3) A DOG'S JOURNEY 2, 26.7 M RMB, 191 M RMB 4(2) POKEMON DETECTIVE PIKACHU, 42.24 M RMB, HK$ 618 M RMB 3(0) DORAEMON: NOBITA'S CHRONICLE OF THE MOON EXPLORATION, 90.6 M RMB, 90.6 M RMB 2(1) ALADDIN, 143 M RMB, 269 M RMB 1(0) GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS, 471 M RMB, 486 M RMB - LAM KAM BO 3. TA KUNG PAO, JUNE 6 2019, LIGHT SHADOW PATH FILM COMPANIES' PRODUCTION STRATEGY How should Hong Kong film companies make movies? This is an enduring question, the answer is not always the same because the market keeps on changing. Some feel they can "cut down a big tree with a little knife", like the earlier MORE THAN BLUE that became a hit in the Mainland, Taiwan and Hong Kong and definitely made big money. MORE indeed performed outstandingly. This film was a remake of a Korean film. Its cost was not high, and many investors overlooked it. It was a "surprise hit". The main investment company looked for investors everywhere, the goal of which was to reduce risk. Obviously it could not estimate how well the box office performance would be (otherwise why would it share the profit with others). Such situations happen often. An Indian film was a hit in the Mainland. The film company bought it from India at a low price, added a few million and sold it to a certain big company. Finally that big company made big money. "Surprise hits" are not the norm, anyone who suggests making a movie that "chops down a big tree with a little knife" is not an industry insider. The question still remains, how should you make a movie? Before finding the answer, you have to look at the current market situation. Indeed, the Mainland box office already has records of several billions for individual films so good movies do not have to worry about a lack of audience. For example how would crime films like INFERNAL AFFAIRS (MO GAN DOH) over a decade ago be different if released in the current market? First, INFERNAL AFFAIR's cost at least would become over 300 million because all the cast and the crew prices have all been inflated. Even more importantly, if this film would be made now it absolutely would not be one company's sole investment. One company can afford it, but because of Mainland distribution if not drawing in other investment the film would not release distribution rights. The market has grown, demanding good projects. Good projects do not have to worry about investment. At the market, what would an investor consider a good project? This problem is very hard to answer, but everyday someone would tell whether your project is good or not. Months ago, a company boss invested several millions to hire a screenwriter to finish a dramatic film screenplay. The boss visited almost ten film company bosses with the screenplay. Each time the result was the same, they were no interested so the project could not be developed. The current film market really is "marketing before the product is made) as the market has become transparent. Then comes the problem, if most of the projects are not too optimistic, does no movie get made? No, because film companies must maintain operation. Thus many not too bad but also not too good movies have multiple companies as investors. If they perform well naturally they are happy; if not they are within expectation. Thus, the movie that current filmmakers want to come up with the most is a subject and team that can draw most investors' interest. Yet creating is too hard, thus many successful sequels and seris appear. - TIN LIK [ In Production Now/Soon ] Can : Chan Ying Hung Gan Lit : Ruined Shadow Space Stephy Tang Lai Yun, Philip Keung Ho Man, BabyJohn Choi Hong Yik, Ling Man Lung, Wong Sze Nga Can : Mo Yeh Cha Lit : Female Yaksha David Siu Chung Hung, Wylie Chiu Shek Chi, Yuri Chan Yui Yui, Bonde Sham Lok Yi Can : Fun Yun Dik Tung Wa? Lit : Fairy Tale of Marriage? d. Checkley Sin Kwok Lam Alice Chan, Michael Kwan Lai Kit, Vinci Wong Yin Chi, Connie Man Hoi Ling, Brian Yuen Chung Yeung, Rose Chan Ka Wun, Jacquelin Chong Sze Man ELISA'S DAY Can : Wai Oi Lit : Leftover Love AKA : Chong Hoi Wai Oi AKA : Love Left At Sea d. Alan Fung Chi Hung Ronald Cheng Chung Kei, Hanna Chan, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, Carol To Hei Ling, Aaron Chow Chi Kwan, Kenneth Cheung Moon Yuen Site : https://www.facebook.com/elisasday BE WATER, MY FRIEND Can : Giu Yeung Shui Yuet Lit : Proud Sun Age AKA : Guong Fai Shui Yuet Lit : Age of Brilliance d. Anthony Pun (Poon Yiu Ming) Chow Yun Fat, Anita Yuen Wing Yi, Liu Kai Chi, Kenny Wong Tak Bun MY PRINCE EDWARD Can : Gum Doh Lit : Golden Cty d. Norris Wong Yi Lam Stephy Tang Lai Yun, Chu Pak Hong, Kaki Shum Ka Kei Siuyea Lo Chun Yip, Creamy Yik Kin Yi, Bryant Mak Chi Lok Site : https://www.facebook.com/myprinceedwardfilm THE STOP HIT Can : Jik Gaing Goo Si d. Dr. Z Dr. Z, Carter Wong, John Cheung Ng Long, Eric Jacobus Length : 100 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/Sfofbe2ifoQ Site : https://www.reelasianfilms.com [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Story of an international drug ring circuit between Los Angeles and Hong Kong where good cops are pinned against evil in a showdown of epic proportion. THE STOP HIT II Can : Jik Gaing Goo Si 2 AKA : THE ART OF INVINCIBILITY d. Dr. Z Dr. Z, Chan Kuan Tai, Ines Laimins, Raven Tao, Leon Hill Length : 90 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/hWRPkWsNyUk Site : https://www.reelasianfilms.com [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Dead bodies are turning up all over the world in this continuing saga of The Stop Hit series. The MO however, is not by weapons, but by bare hands. The bare hands of the trained martial artist. This picture depicts both the mysticism and secret/undisclosed skills of the martial arts culture. Loaded with dynamite actions and stunts. DOUBLE WORLD Can : Jing Toh Lit : Expedition d. Teddy Chan Tak Sum Henry Lau Hin Wa, Peter Ho Yun Tung, Law Chung Him, Jiang Luxia, Lin Chenhan, Hu Ming, Xu Minghu, Mark Cheng Ho Nam, Zhang Yujiang, Wang Yianlong, Du Xiaofan, THE FIRST GIRL I LOVED Can : Hei Fun Nei Si Nei Lit : Like You For You AKA : Today AKA : Mau Yut Tin Mau Dei Dim Joi Gein Lit : On A Certain Day and Certain Place See You d. Ng Wing Shan, Yeung Chiu Hoi Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Renci Yeung Sze Wing, Stephen Au Kam Tong, Willie Wai Kar Hung, Teresa Mak Fong Kiu (Mak Ka Kei), Kelvin Chan Kinlong, Kama Tam Sun Tung LADIES MARKET Can : Nui Yun Gai, Joi Gein Liu Lit : Ladies' Market, See You AKA : Joi Gein Nui Yun Gai Lit : See You Ladies’ Market d. Kwan Wing Chung Annie Liu (Lau Sum Yau), Ron Ng Cheuk Hei, Wan Kwong, William Hu (Wu Wai Hong), Liu Kai Chi, Peter Pang Ho Fung, Norman Cheung Lap Kei, Ma Suet Ching, Leung Oi Tung, Ricky Ng Kwok Sing, Gallan So Ka Lun Rating : IIA Length : 88 mins. Trailer : https://youut.be/AVqaCQkyi7I Can : SIU LUM JI Lit : LAUGHTER FOREST TEMPLE Eddie Cheung Siu Fai, Fama, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Tats Lau Yi Tat, Chin Siu Ho, Chan Ka Kai, Barbie Liu (Ha Wai Yu), Lo Ho Yu Can : Joi Gein UFO Lit : See You UFO d. Patrick Leung Pak Kin Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Shine (Tsui Tin Yau, Wong Yau Nam), Ng Siu Hin, Alex Cheung Kwok Ming, Candy Man Suet Yee, Joey Leung Cho Hiu, Rachel Leung Yung Ting MMA DIVA Can : Gik Dau Nui Sun Margiela Kwok Sze Lam, Luvin Ho (Ching Wai), Wiyona Yeung Lai Ching, Giselle Lam Wai Sin, Willie Wai Kar Hung QUAN DAO: THE JOURNEY OF A BOXER Can : Kuen Doh Lit : Way of the Fist d. William So Danny Chan Kwok Kwan, Pierre Ngo Ka Nin, Awayne Liu (Lau Chun Wai), Ashina Kwok Yik Sum, Dominic Lam Ka Wa, Chan Kwok Pong Length : 90 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Ah Ni's father loses his sight because of a friend - Uncle Hing. Since then, he tries to lie low and lives a peaceful life with his son. Years later, two brothers meet again. Uncle Hing is a teacher at a boxing studio now and he promises to train his son well. But Ah Ni is rebellious and has difficulties following any rules. Under Uncle Hing's training, Ah Ni's fists becomes faster, more ambiguous and more accurate. The boxing studio is not running as good as before. Ah Ni and Piggy wish to find a way to make underground fighting for money. Still, it’s not good enough in compared to a job in a slaughterhouse. One day, Piggy discovers a group of people from another boxing studio has used pigs to smuggle drugs. To make himself useful to the boxing studio, Piggy suggests to help. Instead, the boss sets up a trap and threatens to beat Piggy to death. To save Piggy, Ah Ni has decided to accept the final battle. Could Ah Ni finally be the champion and save Piggy from danger? FREAKY JIANG HU AKA : FREAKY JOURNEY TO THE WEST Can : Sai Fong Yau Gei ji Tong Jung Chai Chor Gai Lit : Western Lie Journey Chronicle: Tang Monk Crosses The Line d. Sandy Wong Lam Yiu Sing, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Law Kar Ying, Mak Cheung Ching, Ken Wong Tak Bun, Angie Shum Yat Ka, Deon Cheung Chung Chi Length : 90 mins. Teaser: https://vimeo.com/261952864 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] In Tang Dynasty, Monk Sha is following the Buddhist pilgrim Xuanzang. By accident, Monk Sha opens an inn door which connected to thousands of years later of a local restaurant in Portland Street of Hong Kong. They successfully travel through time to 2018. In this bizarre world, Monk Sha luckily meets Brother Tangshan who allows Monk Sha works in the restaurant in return of providing him a shelter. Actually, Juang Shiuan is undercover policeman gets close to Brother Tangshan for investigation. One day, Brother Tangshan is stalked by his old enemies, everyone try to save him and plan to escape. At the moment of life and death, Devil Spider appears...... DYNASTY WARRIORS Can : Jun Sam Gok Mo Seung Lit : Real Three Kingdoms No Double d. Roy Chow Hin Yeung Tony Yang, Han Geng, Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Wang Kai, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Ray Lui Leung Wai, Carina Lau Ka Ling, Lam Suet, Philip Keung Ho Man, Law Kar Ying, Eddie Cheung Siu Fai, WHEN THE WIND BLOWS AKA : THEORY OF AMBITIONS Can : Fung Joi Hei Si Lit : When Storm Rises Again AKA : Chuen Kau Tung Chup Ling Lit : Global Wanted List d. Philip Yung Tsz Kwong Tony Leung Chiu Wai, Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Michael Chow Man Kin, Michael Hui Koon Man, Jessie Li (Chun Xia), Du Juan, Lawrence Ko Yu Lun, Eddie Cheung Siu Fai, Zeng Yixuan, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Michael Ning (Bak J), Lam Yiu Sing, Ron Ng Cheuk Hei, Tse Kwan Ho, Maggie Cheung Ho Yi, Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling), Tsui Tin Yau, Belind Yan, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Rose Chan Ka Wun Length : 120 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Young Lui Lok became a policeman to uphold justice. But the rampant corruption within the police force made it impossible for him to remain independent. He decides to make a name for himself within the police force by controlling organized crime. Nam Kong looks gentleman, but operates with a dagger under his cloak. He is socially active among the police force as well as the social circles, in fact laying the groundwork for the empire of corruption he builds with Lui Lok. Nam Kong and Lui Lok, the brains and the brawn working in perfect unison, respectively become Chief Detective Chinese of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon / New Territories in 1962. They lord over organized crime, and lead tens of thousands of policemen. Nam Kong has long seen through Lui Lok’s cynicism and naiveté, and has been plotting a hostile takeover of power. Lui Lok discovers that everything is not as he had imagined, he vows to forcibly regain controlling leadership from Nam Kong. As the two forces begin their epic power struggle, who will rise and who will fall? LION ROCK Can : SI JI SHAN SEUNG Lit : ON THE LION ROCK d. Nick Leung Kwok Bun Alex Lam Tak Shun, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Kevin Chu Kam Yin, Angela Yuen Lai Lam, J. Arie (Lui Sum Yu), Gregory Rivers (Hor Kwok Wing), Michelle Lo Mik Suet, Anna Ng Yuen Yi, Toby Leung Ching Kei, Deon Cheung Chung Chi, Anita Chui Bik Ka, Teresa Carpio (To Lai Sa), Dominic Lam Ka Wa, Stephanie Che Yuen Yuen, Terence Siufay, Lau Nam Kwong, Chan On Ying, Susan Shaw Yam Yam A former professional mountaineer becomes disabled but defies the odds and his handicaps to climb Lion Rock, the iconic mountain that towers over Hong Kong. FATAL VISIT AKA : MURDER IN SAN JOSE Can : Sing Hor Sai Mau Sat On d. Calvin Poon Yuen Leung Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin, Sammi Cheng Sau Man, Tong Dawei, Dominic Lam Ka Wa, Patrick Tam Yiu Man [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] The story tells of Yanny, who leaves Hong Kong to escape a love affair gone bad. She goes to San Jose to visit Ling, an old friend she hasn't seen in years. It seems like Ling and her husband Tang lead an ideal, carefree existence. But during the short span of five days, Yanny uncovers the truth hidden behind the façade as she discovers the unspeakable secrets that propel all three down a fatal path shattering their American dreams and imperiling their lives. SHE'S A MAN. HE'S A WOMAN. Can : Sam Tiu Boon Ho Hon Lit : 3 and a Half Good Man AKA : 3 AND HALF MEN AKA : MANG NAM SAM TIU BOON Lit : 3 AND A HALF HUNKS d. Lam Tsz Chung Wong Jing, Natalie Meng Yao, Lam Tsz Chung, Benny Chan Ho Man, King Kong Lee, Connie Man, Aaron Chow [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] A chubby manager and a charming lady are grudge mates. After getting struck by lightning, their bodies have "switched", hence living in the other’s body... [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Hank Zhu is a manager of a leading property agency. His three subordinates, Fish Ball, Robert and Chester, are both his close workmates as well as drinking buddies. There is a female manager in the company, Lara Tong, aka Sister Chili, whom they all dread. Lara is a diplomatic and charming lady. In a lot of social occasions, men are attracted to her like bees to honey, hence beating Hank's team to the punch. After stealing an important client from Hank, the boss announces Lara's promotion to Chief Executive Officer, heading up Hank's team. Having gained the upper hand, Lara constantly gives Hank’s team hard times. This drives Hank crazy. On the other hand, Lara's boyfriend Jason Wong breaks up with her as he can no longer stand her bossy and dominant character. Grieving her love, Lara gets herself drunk. She goes to the company’s rooftop by herself, and is ready to jump. There she chances upon Hank, who is also depressed and is ready to end his life. At that very moment, a thunderstorm hits and they are both struck by lightning. The two wake up in a hospital to find their bodies "switched". Being trapped inside Hank's body, Lara cannot even move. Hank tries to tell his three buddies and his wife what has happened, but they only think Lara is joking with them. Before he can figure out a way to swap their bodies back, Hank has decided to live Lara's life while in her body, and make the best out of everything. Hank even uses Lara’s identity to apologize to Jason, and promises to change "her" overbearing attitude. Jason is deeply touched and finally forgives Lara. Can Hank and Lara finally get back into their own bodies? Or do they have to spend the rest of their lives using the other's body and identity? Can : NGOK YU TAM Lit : CROCODILE TALK Fish Liew Chi Yu, Yu Chiu Chung Yu, Alan Po (Bo Chi Lun) CID JEST Can : Gaing Goo Hup Jok Grace Lam Nga Sze, Rain Li Choi Wa, Bob Lam Sing Bun, Yip Sai Wing, Pinky Cheung Man Chi, Bonnie Ngai Chau Wa, Shirley Yim (Suet Lei) FIND YOUR VOICE Can : Yit Huet Hup Cheung Tuen Lit : Hot Blooded Choir d. Adrian Kwan Shun Fai Andy Lau Tak Wa, Lowell Lo Koon Ting, Rachel Lee Lai Chun, Michael Kwan Lai Kit, Hugo Goh (Ng Doi Yung), Vincent Wan Yeung Ming, Tse Kwan Ho, Mark Lui Chung Tak, Ashley Lam Kae Ning, Ng Wing Sze, Martin Wong Chi Hin, Keefe Ng Cheuk Hang, Yiu Hok Chi [ SCREEN INTERNATIONAL FILMART SPECIAL ] A former international conductor sets up a choir with a group of problem students MY DEAR ELEPHANT AKA : MY PET IS AN ELEPHANT d. Shao Xiaoli Sean Lau Ching Wan, Una You Jingru, Kong Wei Opening April 12 2019 in China Can : Kong Wu Sam Sor Lit : Three Mob Idiots Bob Lam Sing Bun, Don Li Yat Long, Raymond Chiu Wing Hung, Gloria Wong Yung, Yumi Wan Chun Hei, Wong Ha Wai, Joe Lam Jok MIDNIGHT DINER Can : Sum Yeh Sik Tong d. Tony Leung Ka Fai Tony Leung Ka Fa, Deng Chao, Eddie Peng Yu-Yan, Vision Wei Chen THE TRUE LOVE Can : But Oi But San Lit : No Love, No Break Up d. Chow Kwan, Yip Wai Ying Stephy Tang Lai Yan, He Jiong, William So Wing Hong, Zhao Rong, Alex Fong Lik Sun, Zhao Ke, Zheng Xinyu Hong Wa, Timmy Hung Tin Ming, Lam Suet SHE WILL BE LOVED Can : FA YU TA Lit : Flowery Language Her Grace Lam Nga Sze, Derek Wong Kin Tung, Samuel Kwok Fung, Ching Ho Wai, Taddy Ng Ho Leung Can : Yeh Mai Chong Lit : Night Hide and Seek Don Li Yat Long, Shirley Yeung Szeki, Derek Wong Kin Tung, Peter Ho Wah Chiu, Susan Shaw Yam Yam, Fanny Lee Man Fun COMEBACK NIGHT Can : Yut Yeh Joi Sing Ming Lit : Overnight Success Again d. James Leung Wa Sun Masatoshi Nakamura, Linah Matsuoka, Ren Ishikawa, Noriko Fujiwara, Naoto Takenaka, Mayumi Itsuwa, Yu Hayami, Momoko Kikuchi, Toshihiko Tahara, Yumiko Araki, Rain Li Choi Wa, Ng Man Tat, Pakho Chau, Shiga Lin Sze Nga CHANGE OF GANGSTER Can : Chuen Ying Tuen For Lit : Transition Team AKA : Fei Man Dik Ha Tin AKA : Summer of Feynman d. Francis Ng Chun Yu Francis Ng Chun Yu, Qiao Shan, Wen Song, Ng Chi Hung Yi Yunhe, Yu Shasha, Feynman Ng Opening April 19 2019 in Mainland Can : Goo Wat Jai Jai Lit : Wise Sonny Danny Chan Kwok Kwan, Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Tony Ho Wa Chiu, Gabriel Harrison (Hoi Chun Kit), MR. MCDREAMY AKA : THE SEXY GUYS Can : NAM SUN FUN LIN YING Lit : MALE GOD TRAINING CAMP d. Lam Tze Chung Zheng Kai, Alex Fong Lik Sun, Danny Chan Kwok Kwan, Lam Tze Chung, King Kong Lee, Raquel Xu Dongdong, Michelle Hu Yan, Samantha Ko Hoi Ning, Sammi Cheung Sau Man, Kitty Zhang Yuqi, Cheung Tat Ming Xenia Chong Shui Yi, Tian Leixi,Chen Jiajia Opening April 2019 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] An affluent second generation abandoned by his father, establishes "Mr. McDreamy Training Academy", using various unconventional means to transform his four proteges into "Mr. McDreamies". [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] KenKen is a typical affluent second generation who wastes his life away by squandering his money like playing ducks and drakes, and never takes up any proper job. He is so fond of himself that he named himself "Mr. McDreamy". Knowing his child has been spoiled, KenKen’s father decides to kick KenKen out of the house and stops financing him. Being abandoned, KenKen decides to set up his own business and establishes "Mr. McDreamy Training Academy". His die-hard girlfriend, Wanda stays with him to support him by all means. KenKen manages to recruit four proteges: Da Chun, Chocolate, Bully and Mimosa. He uses various unconventional means to transform his four protégés into "Mr. McDreamies", which unexpectedly turn into numerous hilarious scenes. With much effort, these four "trainees" manage to find their own loved ones. KenKen meets Angelalady at a banquet and falls for her. Wanda walks in on KenKen and Angelalady at home which makes her heartbroken. Worse still, the newly met lovers even make out in Angelalady’s house, and is caught in the act by her husband. Her furious husband lifts KenKen up and throws him out of the high floor house. KenKen hangs around on the street penniless. He meets Wanda and his four proteges again. After the break-up, Wanda has started a new life by dressing herself up, and making herself pretty. KenKen’s four protégés have become the real Mr. McDreamies, and maintain very sweet relationships with their girlfriends. Suffering from hunger and cold, KenKen has no choice but to return home. To his surprise, his house is set up as the mourning hall of his parents... Can : Ba Ba, Dui But Hei Lit : Papa, Sorry d. Checkley Sin Kwok Lam Rose Chan Ka Wun, Brian Yuen Chung Yeung, Rachel Chau Ka Lei, Crztal To Ji Jeun UNDERCOVER PUNCH AND GUN Can : Chim Hung Jeh Lit : Diving Walker AKA : UNDERCOVER VS UNDERCOVER AKA : Ngor Fu Chim Lung Lit : Crouching Tiger Diving Dragon AKA : Chim Lung Jui Gik Lit : Diving Dragon Snipes d. Philip Lui Koon Nam, Frankie Tam Kwong Yuen Philip Ng Won Lung, Vanness Wu (Ng Kin Ho), Andy Tien (On Chi Kit), Feng Wenjuan, Jiang Luxia, Aka Chio Wai Shan, Chi Shuai, Meng Jia, Susan Shaw Yam Yam, Aaron Aziz, Carrie Ng Ka Lai, Jessica C., Opening June 28 2019 in Mainland China [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Once in a methamphetamine trade, the undercover police Wu swears with a group tipster Hou Hu. However, the trade is messed up by the former Special Forces members Mai Lin and Eva. The Purchaser of methamphetamine is the smuggling king Xia Qiankun, whose base camp is the cargo vessels on the high seas. Xia captures Wu and forces him to hand over the meth owner as compensation. Afterwards, Mai Lin and Eva are willing to help Wu to find the meth owner out, since Mai was Xia’s comrade. Wu, Hou Hu, Mai Lin and Eva deceive to ally together and fight with Xia Qiankun. FAGARA AKA : FAGARA IN MARA Can : Fa Jiu Ji Mei Lit : Taste of Flower Pepper d. Heiward Mak Hei Yan Sammi Cheng Sau Man, Megan Lai Ya-Yen, Cherry Li Xiaofeng, Kenny Bee (Chung Chun To), Richie Jen (Yam Yin Chai), Linda Liu, Wu Yan-Shu, Bryant Mak Chi Lok, Andy Lau Tak Wa, Ben Yuen Fu Wa [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] In the wake of her father's untimely demise, Cira not only inherits his debt-ridden hot pot restaurant in Hong Kong but also two younger sisters whom she never even knew existed: Luna from Taiwan and Stella from China. Together, the three estranged sisters from radically different backgrounds must strive to build up their sororal bond in order to rescue their father's restaurant from imminent closure. Meanwhile, Cira is trying desperately to reconnect with the man she secretly loves, who has fled to Maasai Mara in Kenya after being spurned by her. THE GREAT DETECTIVE SHERLOCK HOLMES -- THE GREAT JAIL-BREAKER AKA : SHERLOCK HOLMES Can : Dai Jing Tam Fok Yi Mor Si Lit : Great Detective Holmes d. Matthew Chow, Yuen Kin To Animation Adapted from the popular children's fiction franchise by author Lai Ho. A notorious swindler has escaped from prison, and Sherlock must team up with Watson to solve this seemingly impossible case before time runs out! THE WAY WE KEEP DANCING AKA : THE WAY WE DANCE 3 Can : Kong Mo Pai 3 d. Adam Wong Sau Ping Cherry Ngan Cheuk Ling, Babyjohn Choi Hon Yik, Yeung Lok Man, Heyo Fok, Lau Ho Lan, Afuc THE ATTORNEY Can : Yut Cup Ji Hung Lit : Class A Accusation d. Wong Kwok Fai Alex Fong Chung Shun, Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Nina Paw Hee Jing, Liu Kai Chi, Kenneth Tsang Kong, Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Lok Ying Kwan, Deon Cheung Chung Chi, Kelly Chen Ka Lei, Chan Po Yuen, Cho Yuet, Bernice Liu Bik Yi, Himmy Wong Ting Him Teaser : https://youtu.be/FX_P8d-dkWc DEATH NOTIFY AKA : DEATH NOTICE Can : Sei Mong Tung Ji Dan: Um Hak Jeh d. Herman Yau Lai To Louis Koo Tin Lok, Julian Cheung Chi Lam, Francis Ng Chun Yu, Myolie Wu Hung Yi, Pakho Chau, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Babyjohn Choi Hong Yik [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] A killer called "E" has been leaving a death notification card after killing scumbags who evaded the law. Police reacted by forming a task force with the elite personnels from each field to capture the vigilante. But in reality, what each department did was dumping their best but most eccentric members to the task force. There is the high IQ but low EQ criminalist Luo Fei, the ill-mannered profiler Mu Jian Yun, the inflexible captain Han Hao, the cowardly crime lab specialist Yin Jian, the gothic loving forensic pathologist Liang Yin, the hacker Zeng Ri Hua, and the volatile combat specialist Xiong Yuan. With each murder, the task force uncovers the crimes the victims had committed, at the same time, gets closer to finding the mysterious vigilante. 77 HEARTWARMINGS AKA : 77 HEARTBURNS Can : Gum Dong Ngor 77 Chi Lit : Affect Me 77 Times d. Herman Yau Lai To Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin, Pakho Chau, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Kara Wai Ying Hung, Mario Maurer, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Rock Ji Gillian Chung Yun Tung, Yumiko Cheng Hei Yi, Candy Lo Hau Yam, J. Arie, C Kwan, Lawrence Cheng Tan Shui, Francis Ng Chun Yu [ EMPEROR MOTION PICTURES ] A couple enters the graveyard of love -- marriage. The challenge facing Adam is whether his love is enough for Eva to achieve a happy ending! RAGING FIRE Can : No For AKA : CROSSFIRE Can : For Ping Lit : Fire Fight d. Benny Chan Muk Sing Donnie Yen Chi Tan, Nicholas Tse Ting Fung [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Shan is a righteous cop who's solved countless cases. One day, his past comes back to haunt him when his sting operation is attacked by a mysterious group of criminals led by Ngo, his former protege. Ngo was once a talented cop who admired Shan. However, a terrible accident sent him to prison three years ago, transforming him into a furious man dead set on killing everyone who’s wronged him – including his former mentor. DETECTIVE VS. SLEUTHS AKA : COLD DETECTIVE Can : Sun Tam Dai Jin Lit : Godly Detective Great War d. Wai Ka Fai Sean Lau Ching Wan, Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin, Raymond Lam Fung, Kevin Tan Kai, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Kathy Yuen (Tong Yi), Deep Ng Ho Hong, Yeung Tin Hong, Carmen Lee Yeuk Tung [ EMPEROR MOTION PICTURES ] The story centers around a murderer who dubs himself "Super Sleuth" and challenges the police force’s own super sleuth. They engage in a battle of wits akin to a Hong Kong-style Seven, when at the critical moment the police's "cold detective" discovers the assassin’s next target and patiently awaits his arrival... THE RESCUE Can : GUNG GUP GAU WOON Lit : EMERGENCY RESCUE d. Dante Lam Chiu Yin Eddie Peng Yu-Yan, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Xin Zhilei, Ian Wang [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] The film focuses on an emergency rescue operation and his pilot girlfriend, whose team find courage and camaraderie in adversity. CAUGHT IN TIME AKA : A PENNY Can : HAN KEI POR ON Lit : CASE RESOLUTION DEADLINE d. Lau Ho Leung Daniel Wu (Ng Yin Cho), Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Wang Qianyuan, Jessie Li (Chun Xia) Site : https://www.emp.hk/en/production/current/caught-in-time [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Detective Zhong Cheng leads a task force in pursuit of Eagle, a criminal gang led by Zhang Sun. Highly methodical and disciplined, the gang manages to avoid capture after each heist. A decade later, the need to stop Eagle is more urgent than ever when Zhong Cheng realizes that his time is almost up. Will Zhang Sun and Eagle be caught in time? DECLARED LEGALLY DEAD Can : SEI YUN MO HOR YI Lit : UNSUSPICIOUS CAUSE OF DEATH d. Steve Yuen Kim Wai Anthony Wong Chau Sun, Karena Lam Ka Yun, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Kathy Yuen (Tong Yi), Liu Kai Chi, Stephen Au Kam Tong, Joey Tang Kin Ming, Fung So Bo, Cheung Chun Hung, Benjamin Auyeung [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] When insurance agent Sean is called to visit Tak and Ling's home to follow up on a life insurance policy, he discovers their son's corpse hanging in the bathroom. Principled and kind-hearted, Sean suspects that the child may have been murdered. As Sean digs for the truth, the real perpetrator turns the tables and forces Sean into a psychological battle of wills. THE FALLEN Can : Dor Lok Fa Lit : Fallen Flower d. Lee Cheuk Pan Irene Wan Bik Ha, Kenny Kwan Chi Bun, Hanna Chan, Alice Chan Wai, Ashina Kwok Yik Sum, Jess Sum Cheuk Ying, Melvin Wong Kam Sun, Kyle Li Yam Sun, Yanny Chan Wing Yan, Eddie Chan (Ai Dik) [ THE HOLLYWOOD REPORT FILMART ] The estranged eldest daughter of a meth kingpin goes undercover for the police to dismantle her family’s drug empire. ECHOES OF THE THUNDER Can : Chook Jin: Yu Mung Tung Hung Lit : Speed War: Walk With Dreams d. Tang Tung Ming Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Liu Chang, Geng Changjun, Kara Wai Ying Hung [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Nam and Fire are racing champions of Asia's track and street. However, when the owner of a racing team recruits Nam to mentor her son Calvin to become a future champion, Nam does not realize his choice will destroy everything he has. With Fire and Calvin suffering the fatal accidents caused by Kenji, a ruthless Japanese racer, it rekindles Nam's courage to take on his darkest challenge on the road again. VALENTINE'S DATE Can : Yeuk Wui Yut Lit : Date Day d. Patrick Kong (Yip Lim Sum) JUST 1 DAY Can : Cup Ngor Yut Tin Lit : Give Me One Day d. Erica Li Man Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin, Wong Cho Lam [ THE HOLLYWOOD REPORT FILMART ] a woman agrees to be a dying man's girlfriend for one day. TWO TIGERS Can : Leung Jet Lo Fu d. Li Fei Vicki Zhao Wei [ THE HOLLYWOOD REPORT FILMART ] A kidnapping comedy about a hostage turning the tables on his captor STORM CLOUD d. Jonathan Lee, David Lee, Ma Wing Shing Louis Koo Tin Lok Opening 2022 WHERE ALL ROADS END Can : Shu Lo Tung Gwai d. Chin Yun Ho Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Richie Jen (Yam Yin Chai), Jordan Chan Siu Chun, Hanna Chan THE STRANGLED TRUTH Can : Mit Seung d. Jil Wong Pak Ko Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Tiffany Hsu Wei Nin, Li Cong, Sammy Sum Chun Hin, Phat Chan Wai Hung, Derek Tsang [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Narcotics Bureau detective Wai is sent to jail for planting evidence on a drug raid. His sergeant, Sam, is given disciplinary action as well. Seven years later, Sam – now a member of the Serious Crime Unit – encounters Wai while pursuing a suspect. To redeem himself for his part in his former partner's downfall, Sam destroys all the evidence that incriminate Wai. When one of Sam's superiors suspect wrongdoing, Sam lies and says that Wai is working undercover for him. Caught between a rock and a hard place, Wai has no choice but to go undercover, but he is soon discovered by the head of the cartel. Sam's daughter is killed in a traffic accident, and Wai is attacked in his home. Without any hard evidence, Sam and Wai are forced to go back to their old ways... BURNING FOR BRAVERY Can : Yik For Ying Hung d. Jonathan Li Tsz Chun DRUNKEN G Can : Jui Bau Gwai Muk d. Law Hong-Aai Jacquelin Chong Sze Man, Grace Wong, Yuri Chan, Melrose Chan Length : 90 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] The story is about four friends: workaholic Coffee who is an insurance agent, outgoing yoga teacher Udon, secretary Maomao who is surrounded by admirers and chef Tissue who has quite an appearance online. One day, they woke up, hangover and totally forgot what happened last night. In face of the strange things, they have to trace back to find out what actually happened... LOST AND FOUND IN TOKYO Can : Suk Nui Oi Man Yau Lit : Mature Girl Loves Adventures d. Charlie Choi Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Danson Tang Length : 90 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Sasa Tao comes to Tokyo after ending her 13-year relationship with her boyfriend. She lives in an old inn called Yamada Inn. There are four strange tenants, the landlord, Shiro Yamada, the 'exam ronin', an 'otaku saviour', a fan of Bruce Lee. Thereafter, Sasa begins her fantastic journey in Tokyo... PRISON FLOWERS AKA : WOMEN IN GRID Can : Nui Ji Gam Yuk Lit : Women Prison d. Lui Mei Fung Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Kate Tsui Tsz Shan, Gillian Chung Yun Tung, Jeanne Chan Ying, Carrie Ng Ka Lai, Karena Ng Chin Yu Length : 90 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Gang leader Ding and business giant Grandpa are both in prison because of their husband. They fight against each other until the new prisoner Kelly accidently fix their relationship. Drug dealer Wa forces BO to deliver drug for her. Ding and Grandpa plan to negotiate with Wa but failed. Conflict is on the verge. On a windy night, Red, who wants to break the prison again, put drug in Wa’s dinner to drive her mad. Great mass is caused in the female prison, along with the pouring rain... MISSING Can : Suk Jung d. Ronnie Chau (Chiu Law Nei) Gillian Chung Yun Tung, Ling Man Lung, Candy Yu On On, Josephine Koo Mei Wa, Kao Hon Man, JJ Jia, Joey Leung Cho Hiu Length : 90 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Eight thousand people on average are reported lost in HK every year. While most people can be found, some are lost forever. An area in the mountains of Sai Kung is linked with several unsolved missing-person cases, similar to Bermuda Triangle. Social worker Lam is reported missing. While most people think it is related to his debt, his fiancée Ho believes the mysterious area in Sai Kung, where her fiancé is lastly seen, has something to do with this. Ho, together with her friend Cheng and a police, enter the area together for Lam, only to find the place is much worse than they expected. BREAKOUT BROTHERS Can : Toh Chook Hung Dong Lit : Escape Mission d. Mak Ho Bong Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Adam Pak Tin Nam, Justin Cheung Kin Sing G STORM Can : G Fung Bo d. David Lam Tak Luk A WITNESS OUT OF THE BLUE Can : Fan Jui Yin Cheung Lit : Crime Scene d. Fung Chih Chiang (Fung Chi Keung) Louis Koo Tin Lok, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Jessica Hester Hsuan (Suen Huen), Cherry Ngan Cheuk Ling, Philip Keung Ho Man, Fiona Sit Hoi Kei, Andy Tien (On Chi Kit), Ling Man Lung, Sam Lee Chan Sam, Deep Ng Ho Hong , Annie Liu (Lau Sum Yau), Jacky Cai Jie, Ng Siu Hin Chan Kwok Bong, Mak Cheung Ching, Deon Cheung Chung Chi, Tsui Kwong Lam, Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Aaron Chow Chi Kwan, German Cheung Man Kit, Jason Wu Cheuk Hei Teaser : https://youtu.be/-QPENthGlWQ [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] A man is found dead inside an apartment with a strange noise, "Help! Help!" next to the body. Detective Frank Lam arrives at the scene with his commanding officer Yip Sir to find the sole survivor and eye witness. Yip Sir is convinced the deceased, Henry Tsui is killed by his partner in crime, Sunny Wong, when they had a fight over how to divvy up the loot from an armed robbery a month ago. When Frank confronts Sunny, Sunny denies all allegations and names Yip Sir as the killer. Frank's only hope in cracking the case lies in the not-so-human witness left at the scene of the crime. REMEMBER WHAT I FORGOT Can : Din Ying Chi Hon Lit : Film Fanatic d. Chui Tze Yiu Philip Keung Ho Man, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Dada Chan Jing, Endy Chow Kwok Yin, Fat Cheong, Kelly Chen Ka Lei [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Anyone who has anything to do with the film industry in Hong Kong must have heard of a film buff called Lil' Kim. He knows everything there is to know about filmmaking. Whether it's on the set, at the movie premiere or at a press conference, he always shows up uninvited. Nobody knows where he came from and why he showed up... Ginger Keung is the producer of a reality show who suspects Lil' Kim is in fact a film critic who pans movies to extort advertising dollars from film companies. She zeroes in on Lil' Kim as her next target and decides to dig into his elusive past... BACK TO THE PAST Can : Chum Chun Gei d. Ng Yuen Fai, Jack Lai Chun Lung Louis Koo Tin Lok, Raymond Lam Fung, Jessica Hester Hsuan (Suen Huen), Joyce Tung Lai Ming, Michelle Saram (Suet Yi), Sonija Kwok Sin Nei [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Three years ago, Randy Lee, the only son of the richest man in Hong Kong, took part in a time traveling experiment back to the Qin Dynasty, to study the First Emperor's elixir of life. But he was never heard from again. Today, his father Lee Ka-chun uncovered 2 mummies near an unexcavated area of the First Emperor’s mausoleum, with one of them holding a smart phone. When it was confirmed that the phone belonged to Randy and contained pictures of a bomb defuser called Hong Siu-lung, Lee Ka-chun persuaded Hong Siu-lung to go back in time and bring his son home. A LIFE OF PAPERS Can : Ji Pei Por Por Lit : Cardboard Granny d. Ren Xia (Yam Hap) [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Based on a real case, A Life of Papers tells the story of the 82-year-old Chu, a "cardboard granny" who makes her living by collecting waste cardboard boxes and selling them to recyclers at as low as HK$1 per kilogram. Under-privileged and oppressed, Chu almost consistently runs into conflicts with the merciless law enforcers, as well as the blood-thirsty press. The film also depicts her bonding with two other people: a 10-year-old AD/HD kid and Ling, her long-time crippled mate whom everyone believes to be her husband but what lies behind is a Platonic relationship of secret intimacy and loving care. Chu's story also affects the young soul of the ambitious and fame-driven reporter, Heidi. WHEN IT ALL BEGINS Can : Gai Dan Jai Lit : Egg Waffles d. Andy Lo Louis Koo Tin Lok, Gordon Lam Ka Tung [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Long has two sons. His adopted son Fei helps him run his tiny store that sells charcoal grilled egg puffs. His own son Ho was a hairstylist and is now a not-so-successful financial practitioner. Ho hates egg puffs and wants to sell the shop under the stairs. Fei doesn’t want Ho to get his wish while Long only wants to pass on his trade. With conflicting agendas, father and sons soon became estranged from one another. When Long suddenly dies of a heart attack, the sons decide to throw in the towel. Different accounts from their father’s customers enabled the brothers to become re-acquainted with the father they didn’t really know and get a new perspective on life. UN COEUR D'ARTICHAUT Can : Luen Luen Luen Nam Lit : Warm Warm Warm Man d. Law Wing Cheong [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] An impulsive father who's overly helpful, his son who works as a press officer for a political party and his lover, an elusive star fortuneteller turn the family upside down. The old man’s dementia often sends the young couple’s heads spinning as he confuses one for the other. The son wants the father to behave but time is running out. As memories resurface, the son prays for more time with his father while he still remembers him. THE SECRET DIARY OF A MOM-TO-BE Can : Baby Fook Sau Gei Lit : Revenge of the Baby d. Luk Yee Sum Dada Chan Jing, Kelvin Chu [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] As the old saying goes, a child is a gift from Heaven. But for Carmen, a child is a curse, a creature only out for revenge. A woman's life is forever changed when she becomes a Mom. Kiss goodbye to the thin waist, magnificent breasts and the late night wining and dining. Quality of life is tragically dragged down because of the midnight feeding and frequency of poop and pee. For years, Carmen has no intention to have children and has enjoyed her quiet married life with her husband. But when she becomes pregnant by accident, her job transfer to the U.S. has been indefinitely postponed and she must give up her beloved smokes and booze. To top it off, when her mother-in-law moves in under the pretense of looking after her, her life goes haywire along with her hormones. TRIER OF FACT Can : Sau Kyut Jeh Lit : Watchtower Guard d. Tong Hon Wai Louis Koo Tin Lok, Nick Cheung Ka Fai [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Police inspector Ben is tasked to enter the Narcotics Bureau to collect evidence against Car, an inspector who's suspected of working with the triads. However, the two men bond over their belief in justice while working together. On the surface, it appears that Car used criminals to bring down a drug kingpin, but Ben discovers that Car actually used the mission to save his mentor from being blackmailed. Even though everything Car has done has been in the name of protecting members of Hong Kong's Disciplined Services, Ben must also stay true to the word of law and procedure. A showdown between two methods of justice is about to begin. ON YOUR MOM, GET SET, GO! Can : Ma Ma Dik Sun Kei Siu Ji Lit : Ma Ma's Wonder Kid d. Jimmy Wan Chi Wan Sandra Ng Kwan Yu [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] This film is based on the story of So Wa Wai, the medal-winning Paralympic athlete. It teaches audiences that even people who "lose on the starting line" can achieve victory as long as they persist. Soon after birth, Wai was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, which made him hard of hearing and even unable to walk normally. But under a strict training regimen from his mother, Wai eventually learned how to walk and was even invited into the Hong Kong Disabled Track and Field Team. Wai has participated in multiple Paralympic Games and won many gold medals. To this day, he is still the record holder for men’s 100-meter and 200-meter at the Paralympics. For his achievements, he has earned the nickname "Wizard Boy". Wai wanted to be a full-time athlete, but due to his father's work injury, he chooses to become a courier instead to support his family. He tries to balance between work and training, but his mother begins to arrange ad appearances and paid appearances on his behalf. Soon, he falls out with Fong, his coach, for neglecting his training, and he begins to fight back against his mother’s control. At the 2008 Paralympic Games, Wai finds himself under unprecedented pressure from the match and his fallout with his mother. Fortunately, Wai repaired his relationship with his mother, and he received encouragement from his father and fellow competitors before the match. In the end, he not only wins the race, but also sets a new world record for the men's 200-meter sprint. As he stands on the podium with pop hit "Boundless Sky" playing in the background, he finds himself filled with pride as all 90,000 people inside the Bird's Nest sing along with the song. But Wai actually has a more important motivation for winning the gold medal: Wai wants to share the gold medal with his mother, who didn't have a piece of gold when she got married. Now, she can finally proudly wear the gold that she’s waited her entire adult life for. BEYOND THE SIN Can : Ngok Hung Ji Oi d. Kwok Man Ki YOLO d. Chui Tze Yiu Justin Cheung, Jeana Ho, Ng Siu Hin, Fish Liew Chi Yu [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] "Buying a home in Hong Kong is a dream that young people bankrupt themselves for. But when homes in surrounding areas like Taiwan, Thailand, Japan and Malaysia are so much cheaper, why not seize the day and see the world?" Leung Siu-wai says this to convince young people to travel the world and find their purpose, but it’s all merely part of an airline advertising campaign called YOLO ("You Only Live Once"). Wai can't even practice what he preaches – he happens to be one of those young Hongkongers who longs to buy a flat. However, Wai now finds himself dragged into another YOLO, an electronic dance music festival in Malaysia that is actually a scam... SHOCK WAVE 2 d. Herman Yau Lai To Andy Lau Tak Wa, Sean Lau Ching Wan, Ni Ni, Philip Keung Ho Man Opening Spring 2020 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] When a bomb went off unexpectedly during a police operation to disarm it, Poon Shing-Fung, a bomb disposal officer, got caught in the blast and thus lost one of his legs. Poon decided to leave the police service. Three years later, the police suspect Poon, who was found in a coma at the spot of a terrorist bombing attack, of being involved in several bombing attacks in the past two years. Poon can hardly remember his past and even his own identity due to Post Traumatic Amnesia. He plans to escape to find out the truth. Meanwhile, knowing the terrorist organization's schemes of destroying Hong Kong landmarks, Poon, as the key person between the police and the terrorist organization, would possibly save or destroy lives of the innocent civilians in the city... VANGUARD Can : Gup Sin Fung d. Stanley Tong Kwai Lai Jackie Chan, Yang Yang, Ai Lun, Mu Qimiya [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Jackie Chan stars as Tang Huanting, the head of an International security agency known as Vanguard. Vanguard is hired when an accountant, Qin Guoli, learns of his friend's terrorist ties and leaks the information to the US government. In a subsequent bombing, Qin's friend dies. Tang discovers there was a sole survivor of the bombing; Omar, the son of the man Qin betrayed. Omar vows to avenge his family by attacking the people responsible for their deaths. He hires a fearsome group of mercenaries known as the Arctic Wolves to hunt down Qin and the only thing standing in their way is Vanguard. In London the Arctic Wolves attempt to kidnap Qin but their plans are foiled when Vanguard helps Qin escape. Qin still fears for his family and instructs Vanguard to protect his estranged daughter, Fareeda. Fareeda is on expedition in Africa and is ambushed and held captive with a Vanguard operative, Lei Zhenyu. A high octane chase ensues, from Africa to the Emirates. Omar captures Qin and hauls him to his headquarters in Dubai. Omar is intent on attacking a US aircraft carrier and needs Qin's intel to find his dead father's hidden resources to finish the job. Tang and the Vanguard team are the last hope to stop Omar. CLIMBERS d. Danie Lee Yan Kong Jackie Chan, Wu Jing, Jing Boran, Hu Ge, Zhang Ziyi Opening Lunar New Year 2020 TILL WE MEET AGAIN Can : Sun Chin Yeuk Sei Hau Steven Ma Chun Wai Opening November 2019 HELL BANK PRESENTS: RUNNING GHOST Can : Ming Tung Ngan Hung Dut Yeuk: Fan Sun Jung Ba Jin d. Mark Lee Wong Yau Nam, Cecilia So Lai Shan, Zeno Koo Tin Hin ANITA d. Longman Leung Louise Wong, Terrance Lau [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] This long-awaited biopic provides a vivid account of the remarkable life of Anita Mui in and behind the limelight, chronicling her journey from a child performer to becoming one of world's most recognized music icons. SILENCE OF SMOKE Can : Mun Yin Lit : Fragrant Smoke d. Yojiro Kakita Han Geng, Zhang Guoli, Xu Qing [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] From the director of the Oscar winner for Best Foreign Film "Departures" comes a heart wrenching drama about a young cake maker's journey of profound growth and discovery, brought about through his father's death. The sole heir to eight generations of cake makers, Liu has been perfecting his craft from his father since a toddler, but his cakes still lack a certain oomph. When his father categorically refuses to pass down the secret recipe to him, he leaves town and starts eking out a living behind film sets. After his daughter is born, his father wishes to hand the family's century-old store to him, but he refuses to go back. When his daughter is diagnosed with leukemia, his father starts working extra hours in the store to earn money for her treatment. But this aggravates his lung cancer and he dies without revealing the key secret ingredient to his cake recipe. While sorting out his father's belongings and family genealogy, Liu discovers to secret behind his family's recipe and learns the real reason behind his father's unorthodox business model. For the first time, Liu understands his father and everything he has done for him. KNOCKOUT Can : Ngor Moon Wing Buk Yin Hei Lit : We Never Say Quit d. Roy Chow Hin Yeung Han Geng, Vivian Wu, Elena Cai Shuling, Philip Keung Ho Man, Janine Chang, Maxi Li, [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] After an accident lands a boxing champion in prison for five years, his pregnant wife has to give birth by herself. After his release, he learns that his wife has just passed away. To take care of his estranged daughter, he takes on a menial job at his former boxing gym but refuses to return to the ring. However, when his daughter is diagnosed with leukemia and has to undergo grueling chemotherapy, he determines to win the gold belt for The International Boxing Federation championship to encourage her to fight her cancer. At the age of 36, he manages to fight his way to the top 15 of the IBF ranking. But to win for the gold belt, he must fight to the very end, despite running out of energy and beaten to a bloody pulp... THE CALLING OF A BUS DRIVER Can : Ah Sok Dik Goo Si Lit : The Story of Ah Sok d. Patrick Kong (Yip Lim Sum) Ivana Wong Yuen Chi, Philip Keung Ho Man, Edmond Leung Hon Man, Jacky Cai Jie [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Just when a middle-aged aspiring bus driver thinks she and her 7-year boyfriend are headed to the altar, she learns that he is involved with another woman. A year later, she receives invitation to their wedding banquet, where she accidentally foils the plan of that woman's ex-boyfriend to reveal her as a cheater and a swindler. These two jilted lovers decide to join forces and come up with a plan to take revenge on the alleged con woman. ONE SEC Can : Yut Miu Kuen Wong Lit : One Second Fist King d. Hang Chiu Sin Hung Endy Chow Kwok Yin THE REDEEMERS d. Wong Ka Fai Michael Tse Tin Wah, Pakho Chau, Shiga Lin, Ray Lui Leung Wai Length : 90 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Triad member Ding and Inspector Doon of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau are moles that have been planted by the rival party. Doon tries to wipe out his true identity but his move turns out to be costly. After the death of Doon’s fiancee Sin, he vows to take out the mastermind Song and set himself free from his past once and for all. OCTET: THE STORY OF HONG KONG Can : Bak Bo Boon Lit : Eight and a Half d. Johnnie To Kei Fung, John Woo (Ng Yu Sum), Tsui Hark, Ann Hui On Wa, Ringo Lam Lan Tung, Patrick Tam, Sammo Hung Kam Bo, Yuen Wo Ping [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] 8 of Hong Kong’s most renowned directors explore the history of Hong Kong through their unique artistic visions. Authenticity and genius. --- [ NOW SHOWING ] GUANG Can : Guong Lit : Light d. Quek Shio Chuan Kyo Chen, Emily Chan, Ernest Chong Rating : IIB Length : 88 mns. Opening June 13 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/tAVT4jTetw8 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A spark of childhood inspiration starts an autistic young man on a journey to collect specific glass wares for his own unique purpose. In doing so, he jeopardizes his relationship with his younger brother and both their jobs. Little do they know that this quest could unlock the answers to their dire situation? RAMEN TEH Can : Ching Hin Lai Min Cha d. Eric Khoo Takumi Saitoh, Seiko Matsuda, Mark Lee, Jeanette Aw Rating : I Length : 90 mins. Opening June 13 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/1bnQIP_4m1U [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Masato is a young ramen chef in the city of Takasaki in Japan. After the sudden death of his emotionally distant father, he chances upon a suitcase of memorabilia and a red notebook – filled with musings and old photos – left behind by his Singaporean mother who passed when he was just ten years old. Acting on a hunch, he takes off for Singapore with the notebook, hoping to piece together the story of this life, as well as that of this parents. There he meets Miki, a Japanese food blogger and single mother who helps him track down his maternal uncle Ah Wee, who runs a bak kut the stall. Masato discovers that his grandmother Madam Lee is still alive, and that she holds the key to the tender yet turbulent love story of his parents. Masato and his grandmother try to heal each other’s broken soul, and find salvation in the kitchen where the meals they cook become more than the sum of their ingredients. MY DAD IS A HEEL WRESTLER Can : Ba Ba Si Wai Dan Guoon Gwan d. Kyohei Fujimura Hiroshi Tanahashi, Yoshina Kimura, Kokoro Terada, Riisa Naka Rating : IIA Length : 111 mins. Opening June 13 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/7NodI1kHP0c [ MCL CINEMAS ] "Daddy's job is to be a bad guy wrestler. At first, I was shocked..." Shota sneaks into his dad's car to do a report on "What Daddy Does" for school. What does he see there? "Daddy's job is to be a bad guy wrestler. At first, I was shocked..." Once he was a popular wrestler, but as he got older and injured, Takashi became the villain wrestler "Cockroach Mask", a role which he plays with all his strength. "If there's no bad guys, the heroes won't have anyone to fight, right?" Takashi says, but his son, Shota, is ashamed to tell anyone that his father is the hated Cockroach Mask. At first Shota’s shocked and embarrassed, but when he sees how hard his dad fights, he starts to think that he's really cool. Viewers will love to see Cockroach Mask fight, and the father's love for his son, and how his wife watches over them both. THE SAGA OF TANYA THE EVIL d. Kenta Ihara Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 98 mins. Opening June 13 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/YIk9nYBhTIw [ MCL CINEMA ] UC 1926, The Imperial Army's 203rd Air Mage Battalion, led by Major Tanya Degurechaff, has won the battle to the south against the Republic's stragglers. They expected to be given a vacation after returning victorious, but instead receive special orders: there were signs of a large-scale deployment near the Empire-Federation border. Faced with the prospect of a new major enemy, the desperate Empire fans the flame of war. Meanwhile, an international volunteer army spearheaded by the Commonwealth set foot in Federation territory. Among them, Warrant Officer Mary Sue, a girl with tragic story, takes up arms hoping to bring the Empire, who killed her father, to justice. 0.0 MHZ Can : 0.0 Hak Siu Jiu Won d. Yoo Sun-Dong Jeong Eun-Ji, Lee Seong-Yeol Rating : IIB Length : 102 mins. Opening June 13 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/5wlrg9HMMBw [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The 0.0Mhz is a supernatural club that reveals bizarre psychological phenomena such as ghostly sightings and other-worldly experiences. One day, five members of the club go to an abandoned house which is infamous for paranormal activities. They summon the spirit using brain waves and try to hear the "statement" in person. That night, the true nature of the spirit reveals... CHASING THE DRAGON II: WILD WILD BUNCH AKA : MASTER OF RANSOME Can : Jui Lung II Chak Wong Lit : Chasing the Dragon II Thief King d. Wong Jing, Jason Kwan Chi Yiu Tony Leung Ka Fai, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Opening June 6 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/yrQFQHzm-OQ [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Before 1997, due to the ignorance of the British Administration of Hong Kong, criminal genius Logan savages Hong Kong with a series of notorious crimes. He kidnaps the first sons of the Hong Kong regals, Li and Lui, ransoming over 2 billion dollars. In fear of the offenders avenging, the subjects promise not to report to the police after ransoming the hostages, hence letting Logan and his team evade justice. The police forces of Hong Kong and the mainland are highly concerned with Logan's case and send Sky, a Hong Kong undercover agent to infiltrate into Logan's gang. Sky is brave and intelligent. After various challenges, he manages to get close to Logan and quietly awaits the opportune moment to take action. However, Logan is very careful and cunning. Since no one has reported his crimes, the police cannot arrest him until he makes his next move. After numerous probing attempts, Sky finally unveils the identity of Logan's next kidnap target. Sky believes he has already gained Logan's trust, hence secretly contacts the police to plan their next move, only to realise it is just another test... Will Sky be able to complete his mission, save the hostage, and bring Logan to justice? LONDON SWEETIES Can : Jun Oi Ng Sai Yik Lit : True Love Doesn't Need Translation d. Scrambled Egg Team Maylada Susri, Nutthasit Kotimanuswanich, Nattapong Chartpong Opening June 6 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/YSupKu83Szc [ HONG KONG MOVIE6 ] Pron, a young girl who has a weird habit of saying things backward is having a crush on Pop, a supervisor at the place where she's doing her internship. Pron has to suddenly make a trip to London as her sister, Pen is getting married with her foreign 7-days boyfriend in England. Pron was encouraged to take a basic English course, there she meets Bo, a Thai mechanic who sold his house to travel to London for his girlfriend, Jude, a young male from Thailand who wants to visit London and seek for a girl who later fall for an English girl Kathie. And last, Antoine, a French teenager who can't speak English but determine to hit on Pron. CODE GEASS LELOUCH OF THE RE;SURRECTION d. Goro Taniguchi Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 113 mins. Opening May 30 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/PnyXzXFsX_k [ MCL CINEMA ] It is the second year of the Kowa Period. The world has unified around the reorganize United Federation of Nations, and has enjoyed days of continuing peace. But now, that peace suddenly comes to an end. Suzaku, while travelling as the masked man “Zero” accompanying Nunnally on her visit to the refugee camp, is defeated by a mysterious Knightmare Frame, and the two of them are taken away. Following secret orders from Schneizel, Kallen, Lloyd and Sayoko infiltrate Zilkhstan, the Kingdom of Warriors, where they are attacked by a mysterious Geass user. There in Zilkhstan is a person named C.C., known to the assailants as the "former master." In the indomitable kingdom which once conquered even the great army of the Holy Britannian Empire, what do the people desire? Hope, or despair? The people of Zilkhstan Palace certainly know of Geass. What are they—and C.C.—planning? BIRTHDAY Can : Moot Yau Nei Dik Sun Yut Wui Lit : Birthday Party Without You d. Lee Jong-un Sul Kyung-gu, Jeon Do-yeon Rating : I Length : 120 mins. Opening May 30 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/y1w_nG6HrDw [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] 'Jung-il' and 'Soon-nam' miss their son, 'Su-ho', who passed away in a terrible accident. His family's longing for him only gets bigger as his birthday approaches. Su-ho's birthday without Su-ho...Family and friends plan to gather and present their special memories of him as gifts. One day a year, where we all come together for you..."We will never forget you." 3D MAYDAY LIFE Can : Ng Yuet Tin Yun Sun Mo Han Gong Si Lit : Mayday Life Company Unlimite d. Muh Chen Monster, Stone, Masa, Guan You, Ashin Rating : IIA Length : 112 mins. Opening May 24 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/TYYFbVgW3o0 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Mayday LIFE TOUR is linked by four distinct segments and the story is unveiled in "Yesterday's Rumbling Fun". Unlike Mayday's previous perfectionist and fussy attitude towards music, the members are now featured as the superhero of the day and form a fifth elite combat team. Monster the guitarist is now the agile Mr. Monster, complete with a red shining armor, Stone the guitarist is now Lonely Stone, who is as hard as a stone. Guan You the Drummer is the crossbowman Mini Ming, who is comical in nature and has super good luck. Masa the bass player is Hell Kitty, who is mean and humorous while owning heavy arms and ammunition. Ashin the Vocal acts as Honey Potter, and has super powers and is quite a genius. After the war, the five people went back to "Today Loser Record Store" to lead their usual ordinary life, until the Commanding Officer appears and "re-summons them". The Commanding Officer is portrayed by movie star Bo Huang, a Golden Horse Award-winning actor. However, when Supermen stop saving the earth, how should the Commanding Officer persuade the five middle-aged "losers" with super powers? To "restart training and rejoin the war" utilizing their limited life and infinite friendship and figure out the infinity of life? This memoir for 7 billion is now transitioning to the next chapter: LiFE will continue to be lived on the screen. SO LONG MY SON Can : Dei Gau Tin Cheung d. Wang XIaoshuai Wang Jingchun, Yong Mei, Qi Xi, Wang Yuan, Du Jiang, Ai Liya, Xu Cheng Rating : I Length : 174 mins. Opening May 23 2019 https://youtu.be/xZ-0YsBSKjI [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Winner of both the best actor and best actress awards at the Berlin International Film Festival, SO LONG, MY SON traces the lives of two families over three decades of social, political and human upheaval in China. Yaoyun and his wife Liyun were once a happy family – until their son drowned playing by a reservoir. Leaving the hometown with deep sorrow, they plunge into a city in southern China, where nobody knows them and they cannot even understand the local dialect. Their adopted son Liu Xing does not offer them the comfort they had hoped for either. The married couple are repeatedly enmeshed in their memories. Finally, they decide to return to the site of their lost hopes. The film chronicles people and a society in full transformation - in which human relationships and the tumultuous evolution of a nation are inevitably and inextricably intertwined. MONEY Can : Man Yau Gum Chin Lit : Ten Thousand Temptation Money d. Park Noo-ri Ryoo Joon-Yeol, Yoo Ji-Tae, Jo Woo-Jin Rating : IIB Length : 115 mins. Opening April 24 2019 Opening May 23 2019 https://youtu.be/zUIw8MT4etY [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Aspiring stockbroker Il-hyun dreams of making big money, but being a rookie without the right connections makes it difficult for him to survive in the cut-throat world of stock exchange market. So when he is approached by ‘The Ticket’, an anonymous mastermind who secretly controls the stock market, he takes the chance despite the dire consequences... FRIEND ZONE Can : Hui Ba! Nui Sun Bing Tuen Lit : Go! Goddess Army d. Chayanop Boonprakob Naphat Siangsomboon, Pimchanok Luevisadpaibul Rating : IIA Length : 118 mins. Opening May 16 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/QUBfHBtIC0I [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In this world, there are many people who seem to be wandering along a relationship borderlining 'friends' and 'lovers'. Palm is one of those who has been stuck in the friend zone with his best friend, Gink, for 10 years. During high school, he tried to cross the line by confessing his feelings for her. But Gink simply rejected him, saying that "being friends is good enough." Since then, Palm and Gink have grown closer as true best friends. One day, Gink asks Palm out of the blue, "have you wondered...what if we were an item?" Right then, sparks fly wildly inside Palm's mind, knowing that this might be the only chance for him to cross the borderline. Although, Palm has no way of knowing if leaving the FRIEND ZONE this time will lead him to the beginning of his romantic love life or to the end of his friendship with Gink for good. THE CROSSING Can : Gor Chun Tin Lit : Spending Spring d. Bai Xue Huang Yao, Sunny Sun Yang, Carmen Soup (Tong Ka Man), Ni Hongjie, Elena Kong Mei Yee, Liu Kai Chi Rating : IIB Length : 100 mins Opening May 9 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/_8My-hTYVCs [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Sixteen-year-old Peipei crosses the border nearly every day, travelling between her mainland China home and her Hong Kong high school. Customs officials glimpse her school uniform and innocent face and wave her through without a second thought. Grown up in a tropical climate, Peipei and her best friend dream of going to Japan to see real snow but they don’t have money. To earn money, Peipei joins a gang of smugglers and begins to smuggle iPhones from Hong Kong to mainland. She doesn’t know her well-paid job will render her routine into something highly risk. KRASUE: INHUMAN KISS Can : Fei Yun Lui Ji Kei Lit : Kiss of Flying Mankind d. Sitthisiri Mongkolsiri Oabnithi Wiwattanawarang, Panthira Pipitthayakorn, Sapol Assawamankong, Surasak Wongthai Rating : IIB Length : 122 mins. Opening May 9 2019 [ CINEMA ONLINE MALAYSIA ] In a faraway village, a young girl discovers she has inherited the Krasue curse. Because of the curse, every night her head detaches from her body to hunt for flesh and blood. When the livestock in her village start dying and alarm the vilagers, a hunt for the Krasue begins. THE MAN WHO FEELS NO PAIN Can : Mo Tung Kei Hup d. Vasan Bala Radhika Madan, Abhimanyu Dasani, Gulshan Devaiah, Jimit Trivedi Rating : IIB Length : 127 mins. Opening May 9 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/GFeGOznrZjQ [ COMING SOON ] SONS OF THE NEON NIGHT Can : Fung Lam For San Lit : Wind Forest Fire Mountain d. Juno Mak Chun Lung Takeshi Kaneshiro (Gum Sing Mo), Tony Leung Ka Fai, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Sean Lau Ching Wan, Gao Yuanyuan, Nina Paw Hee Ching, Lo Hoi Pang, Wilsom Lam Chun Yin Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Nikki Jiang Peiyao THE FATAL RAID Can : Lat Gaing Ba Wong Fa 2: Buk Yi Ji Jin Lit : Female Special Force 2: War of Dishonor d. Jacky Brother (Lee Chi Lun) Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Michael Tong Man Lung, Jade Leung Jung, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Lin Min-Chen, Hidy Yu Hiu Tung, Jadie Lin (Lam Lam Kei), Kristy Yang Kung Yu, Benjamin Yuen Man Kit, Hang Chiu Sin Hung, Sharon Luk Sze Wan, Rating : IIB Length : 91 mins. Opening December 27 2018 (Preview) [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Twenty years ago, Inspector Tam, Hard Gor and Special Female Force team Madam Fong, Shirley and a group of commandos started a secret operation to chase a group of gangster across the border of Hong Kong. This led to a large and drawn-out firefight between the police and gangsters, resulting in Shirley and a number of commandos killed in operation. The incident caused Inspector Tam and Madam Fong having a nightmare in this twenty years. Twenty years later, An escort operation bringing Inspector Tam and Madam Fong with four new-generation Special Female Force teammate Alma, Yan Han, Sheila, and Yu Yu to Macau, a group of gangster stormed the operation and they find Hard gor is still alive..... FIRST NIGHT NERVES Can: Bak Gor Nui Yun Yut Toi Hei Lit : Eight Women, One Stage of Play d. Stanley Kwan Kam Peng Sammi Cheng Sau Man, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, Fay Bai Baihe, Qi Xi, Angie Chiu Nga Chi, Kiki Sheung Tin Ngor, Catherine Chau Ka Yi, Bowie Lam Bo Yi, Kandy Wong Shan Yee, Kam Kwok Leung Length : 100 mins. Opening at the Busan International Film Festival Opening December 20 2018 Opening January 10 2019 Opening March 27 2019 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening April 4 2019 in Malaysia Trailer : https://youtu.be/35eeazhLhk8 An actress past her prime attempts to make a comeback, only to discover that she is to be acting alongside her biggest rival. [ BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Yuan Xiuling, a former star and has-been actress plans to return to the spotlight of the theater a year after her philandering husband died. She decides to star in Two Sisters, written and directed by transwoman An Ouyang. But, her biggest rival, He Yuwen, a rising actress, also stars in the play. Yuwen plans her theatrical debut through it. During the preparation of the play, such a drama unfolds at the backstage as much as on stage. With the opening night at Hong Kong’s City Hall Theater just seven days away, tensions at rehearsal increase and tempers flare as actresses Xiuling and Yuwen’s buried resentments rise to the surface. LIMBO Can : JI CHI Lit : WISDOM TOOTH d. Soi Cheang Po Shui Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Cya Liu, Mason Lee, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Sammy Sum Chun Hin, Hanna Chan, Kumer So (Fui Hung), Hiroyuki Ikenuchi Opening 2018 Trailer : https://youtu.be/MWBfc02U3N4 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] A serial killer is on the loose. Under public pressure to solve the case, the police reinstate veteran detective JIN on active duty and assign him to the case with rookie cop KAI. However, Jin's past returns to haunt him when he encounters TAO, the girl who killed Jin's wife and child in an accident. To redeem herself, Tao volunteers to work for Jin on the case. However, Jin can’t control his hatred for the person who destroyed his life. As the idealistic Kai and the emotionally unstable Jin clash over their vastly different investigation styles and Jin's abusive attitude towards Tao, the truth becomes increasingly blurred... IP MAN 4 THE FINALE AKA : IP MAN 4 d. Wilson Yip Wai Shun Donnie Yen Chi Tan, Wu Yue, Vanness Wu, Scott Adkins Opening Summer 2019 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Ip Man has been living a peaceful life teaching Wing Chun. One of Ip’s students, Bruce Lee decides to open a Wing Chun school in the States. The local Kung Fu masters are not happy about it. Ip goes to the States and helps Lee to resolve the problems. Meanwhile, Ip also teaches Lee how to become a real Wing Chun master. Ip gains respect from China town and all across the States. He spreads the theory of Chinese Kung Fu to society and makes it popular in the world... THE KING Can : Gum Kuen Hak Mok d. Han Jae-Rim Jo In-Sung, Jung Woo-Sung, Bae Sung-Woo, Ryoo Joon-Yeol Rating : IIB Length : 134 mins. Opening December 2018 IT COMES d. Tetsuya Nakashima Junyichi Okada, Satoshi Tsumabuki, Haru Kuroki, Takako Matsu, Komastu Nana Opening March 2019 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] Hideki and Kana Tahara are newlyweds. Hideki is excited about his future with Kana. One day, a mysterious person visits the company where Hideki works. Hideki's colleague conveys the visitor's message to Hideki "about Chisa-san case." As soon as Hideki hears the name Chisa, he becomes stunned. His wife is pregnant and they have picked the name Chisa for their baby. Only Hideki and Kana know the name. Soon the colleague that talked to the visitor has a mysterious death. Two years later, more mysterious cases take place around Hideki. He is then introduced to freelance writer Nozaki and his girlfriend Makoto Higa. INSANE Can : Gum Goo Ji Dei Lit : Place of Imprisonment AKA : Imprisonment d. Wu Qi Pakho Chau, Robert Knepper, Zhen Wang Zhener, Length : 95 mins. Opening September 2019 Trailer : https://vimeo.com/267746173 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Adapted by a Korean horror title "Insane", continuing its chilly and mystery. A famous TV show producer Yam Chi Ho gets a chance to return to his pinnacle by directing a new project in a burned-out mental hospital where he believes there is mysterious happenings related to horrible spirit. A diary was found in the ruins, which made Yam curious about the experience of the diary's owner as well as the only survivor in the fire accident, Ng Yeuk Yan. Yam requested to interview Yan for details. During their meetings, Yam finds lots of unreasonable happenings described by Yan. The whole story is about to emerge... INVINCIBLE DRAGON Can : Gau Lung Buk Bai Lit : Invincible Nine Dragons d. Fruit Chan Gor Max Zhang Jin, Anderson Silva, Kevin Cheng Ka Wing, Annie Liu (Lau Sum Yau), Stephy Tang Lai Yun, Endy Chow Kwok Yin, JuJu Chan Yuk Wan, Hugo Goh (Ng Toi Yung), Rachel Lee Lai Chun, Lam Suet Rating : IIB Length : 90 mins. Opening June 20 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/FtL9ApLf1aU [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] The undercover agent with dragon tattoo Kowloon continually helped the police to solve mysterious cases, which made him known as a rising star. However, his impulsive personality dragged him into endless troubles. He got himself into fights with the Macau detective, as well as an American Army veteran Alexander who has a secret linkage to Kowloon’s background... DECEPTION OF THE NOVELIST Can : Jok Ga Dik Fong Yin d. Christopher Suen Lap Kei Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Linah Matsuoka, Raymond Chiu Wing Hung, Lok Wing, C Kwan (Cheng Sze Kwan), Kelly Chen Ka Lei, Terry Zou (Chow Man Ching), Gregory Wong Chung Hiu, Benny Chan Ho Man, Hugo Goh (Ng Doi Yung), Chan Kwok Kwan, Jessie Fong Wing Lam Rating : IIB Length : 90 mins. Opening May 9 2019 (Preview) Opening June 20 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/f_UfKDb_180 A successful young writer is embroiled in the suspected murder of his neighbor. [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Tsui is renowned as an excellent healing author as well as a young successful man. His pieces are called "Chicken Soup for the Soul" for soothing many readers' soul and spirit. The public image of Tsui is a kindhearted family man who loves his wife deeply, though, he has inherited his wealth from his father. Since a trendy and charming lady, Elaine, had moved to live in the upper floor flat of Tsui's apartment, Tsui was facing a great impact on his calm and dull life. One night, Elaine was found dead on the platform of the residence. Tsui admitted to the Police that he had accidentally killed Elaine in anger by pushing her down the platform because Elaine kept on blackmailing him. But then, the case file is not closed as the Police's psychologist, Doctor So, believes that Tsui is not telling the truth after attentive observation from him. There are still several suspectable points in the case. Through serious investigation, Doctor So, eventually discovers that Tsui's wife, Kay, had already known Tsui had an affair with Elaine. Therefore, Doctor So has suspected that Elaine might be killed by Kay out of her hatred and in a spirit of revenge. After all, Who is the murderer? What is the story behind the truth? UTANO*PRINCESAMA MAJI LOVE KINGDOM d. Tomoka Nagaoka Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 90 mins. Opening June 20 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/wXnHLMxznSA [ MCL CINEMA ] Based on a popular Japanese visual novel game which was released on June 2010, "Uta no Prince-sama Maji LOVE" TV anime series broadcast from 2011 to 2016 and there are four seasons. 18 boys chasing their dreams with fans, both inside and outside the story. This time, the stage is moved into theater. ST*RISH?QUARTET NIGHT and HE*VENS are going to bring us the greatest concert to all of their fans! PARASITE Can : Seung Lau Gei Sun Jook Lit : Upper Class Parasite d. Joon Ho-Bong song Kang-Ho, Lee Sun-Kyun, Choi Woo-Shik Rating : IIB Length : 132 mins. Opening June 20 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/p8KClAj2PXQ [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The winner of Palme d’OR – Cannes Film Festival. Ki-taek's family of four is close, but fully unemployed, with a bleak future ahead of them. The son Ki-woo is recommended by his friend, a student at a prestigious university, for a well-paid tutoring job, spawning hopes of a regular income. Carrying the expectations of all his family, Ki-woo heads to the Park family home for an interview. Arriving at the house of Mr. Park, the owner of a global IT firm, Ki-woo meets Yeon-kyo, the beautiful young lady of the house. But following this first meeting between the two families, an unstoppable string of mishaps lies in wait. WARRIORS OF FUTURE AKA : VIRTUS Can : Ming Yut Jin Gei Lit : Tomorrow War Journal AKA : Mau Tung Jin Jung Lit : Spear Shield War d. Ng Yuen Fai Louis Koo Tin Lok, Sean Lau Ching Wan, Philip Keung Ho Man, Carina Lau Ka Ling, Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Tse Kwan Ho, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, Ng Siu Hin, Wan Guopeng, Kevin Chu Kam Yin Opening June 27 2019 Teaser : https://youtu.be/lMFJijxmUFo [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] In the not-too-distant future, pollution and global warming have left Earth barren, a giant meteorite crashed down and an odd looking vine started to grow from it. While this vine, people called it Pandora, sucked up the smog and began to purify Earth, it also grew at high speed destroying anything in sight. When the genetic map of Pandora was revealed, genetic modification became the last hope for mankind. A LONG GOODBYE d. Ryota Nakano Yu Aoi, Yuko Takeuchi, Chieko Matsubara, Tsutomu Yamazaki Length : 127 mins. Openng June 27 2019 RESIDE Can : Wui Won Jau d. Wisit Sasanatieng Ananda Everingham, Natthaweeranuch Thongmee, Length : 103 mins. Opening June 27 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/tcP5ptoe4UE [ MCL CINEMA ] In a stormy night at an isolated mansion, 6 people in black are gathering, lead by “the mother”. They are now practicing a mysterious ritual with an unknown body, not knowing that it would summon a wandering spirit to come into their residence. Haunting happenings follow its entrance, the terrifying spirit possesses members and no one has any clue who will it go for next or when. It does not only desire to fear but to bury its roots and take complete control on the innocent soul here. YO-KAI WATCH: FOREVER FRIENDS d. Shigeharu Takahashi Japanese Animation Opening June 28 2019 JINPA Can : Jong Sei Liu Yut Jet Yeung Lit : Ran Over A Ram d. Pema Tseden Jinpam Genden Phuntsok, Sonam Wangmo Rating : IIA Length : 87 mins. Opening July 11 2019 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] On the path of life, sometimes we meet someone whose dreams overtake our own to the point that they converge. This is a story of revenge and redemption. On an isolated road passing through the vast barren plains of Tibet, a truck driver who has accidentally run over a sheep chances upon a young man who is hitching a ride. As they drive and chat, the truck driver notices that his new friend has a silver dagger strapped to his leg. He comes to understand that this man is out to kill someone who wronged him earlier in life. As he drops the hitchhiker off at a fork in the road, little does the truck driver realize that their short time together has changed everything, and that their destinies are inexorably intertwined. Venice Horizons Award – Best Screenplay. WHITE STORM 2 DRUG LORDS Can : So Duk 2 Tin Dei Dui Kuet Lit : Drug Sweep 2 Heaven and Earth Duel d. Herman Yau Lai To Andy Lau Tak Wa, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Michael Miu Kiu Wai, Karena Lam Ka Yun, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Cherrie Ying Choi Yi Site : https://www.facebook.com/TheWhiteStorm2.DrugLords/ Opening July 16 2019 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] In the quadripartite drug market in Hong Kong, Jizo gradually expands in collaboration with Mexican drug lord across the border, followed by a chain of dog-eat-dog events which shock and bring the whole trade on high alert. On the other hand, Yu Shun-Tin, who hates drugs like poison because his father died of drugs when he was young, now a financial tycoon and a philanthropist, is offering a 100 million bounty to eliminate the No.1 drug dealer in Hong Kong, which causes a stir in society. Policeman Fung intended to try his best to collect evidence for arresting Jizo, but now he cannot but protect Jizo instead due to the bounty. Helplessly, he even receives a tempting offer from Tin which puts him into an internal struggle. A final battle has broken out between the two tycoons which were lesser-known brothers from the same triad. LYING TO MOM Can : Ling Muk Ga Dik Fong Yin Lit : The Lie of the Suzuki Family d. Katsumi Nojiri Ittoku Kishibe, Hideko Hara, Mai Kiryu, Ryo Kase Length : 133 mins. Opening July 18 2019 CRAYON SHIN-CHAN: HONEYMOON HURRICANE ~THE LOST HIROSHI~ d. Masakazu Hashimoto Japanese Animation Opening July 18 2019 [ CINEMA ONLINE MALAYSIA ] Because Hiroshi and Misae have never gone on a honeymoon trip in another country, they decide to take the whole family to Australia after Misae finds a cheap family-friendly holiday package. But while on vacation, Hiroshi gets kidnapped. Now it is up to Shinnosuke and Misae to rescue him from the treasure hunters and a mysterious masked man who are after him. BETTER DAYS Can : Siu Nin Dik Nei Lit : Young You d. Derek Tsang Kwok Cheung Zhou Dongyu, Jackson Yee, Yin Fang, Huang Jue Opening July 25 2019 DORAEMON: NOBITA'S CHRONICLE OF THE MOON EXPLORATION d. Shinnosuke Yakuwa Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 111 mins. Opening July 25 2019 [ MCL CINEMA ] Nobita saw a moon turned yellow last night and told his class about it but they think it's funny. Doraemon gives him the "History Explorers Club Badge" and discovers there's life on the moon. Until a new student changed him forever. CHILDREN OF THE SEA Can : Hoi Sau Ji JI Lit : Son of Sea Beast d. Ayumu Watanabe Japanese Animation Opening July 2019 ENTER THE FAT DRAGON Can : Fei Lung Gor Gong Lit : Fat Dragon Crosses the River d. Kenji Tangiaki Donnie Yen Chi Tan, Teresa Mo Shun Kwan, Niki Chow Lai Kei, Wong Jing, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Jessica Jann Kei Ching, Naoto Takenaka, Joe Tee, Tetsu Watanabe, Chaney Lin (Lam Chau Nam), Wong Cho Lam, Lawrence Chou Chun Wai, Jerry Lamb Hiu Fung, Yan Hua, Hiro Hayama (Yip Shan Ho), Jim Chim Shui Man, Anthony Chan Yau, Bob Lam Sing Bun, Tyson Chak, Philip Ng Won Lung, Wong Jing Opening July 25 2019 Opening August 8 2019 in Malaysia [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] The 300-pound special agent Chu loses his convict in custody in Japan. Deeper trouble befalls when he finds himself pursued by both triads and police... LINE WALKER 2 Can : Si Toh Hung Jeh 2 Dip Ying Hung Dung d. Jazz Boon (Man Wai Hung) Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Francis Ng Chun Yu, Jiang Peiyao, Zhang Yichi, Liu Yuning, Huang Zhizhong, Grace Wong Kwan Hing, Benjamin Yuen Wai Ho, Joe Ma Tak Chung Opening August 8 2019 [ CINEMA ONLINE MALAYSIA ] The police force is plagued by a conspiracy that involves a triad planting a mole within the force. WEATHERING WITH YOU Can : Tin Hei Ji Ji Lit : Son of Weather d. Makoto Shinkai Japanese Animation Opening August 8 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/s9TiLYJwWf0 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] "I wanted to try going into that light." First year of high school, summer. Hodaka runs away from his home on an outlying island to come to Tokyo. He falls into poverty quickly, but after many days of solitude, at last finds work as a freelance writer for a dubious occult magazine. Rain falls day after day, as if taking its cue from his life. One day, though, Hodaka meets a girl in one corner of the hustle and bustle of the big city. Hina is a cheerful, strong-willed girl who lives alone with her little brother due to certain circumstances. She also has a strange power. "Hey, it's gonna clear up now." Little by little, the rain stops and the cityscape gives off a beautiful glow. For Hina has the power to make the sky clear just by praying... LITTLE Q d. Law Wing Cheong Simon Yam Tat Wa, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, Law Chung Him, Frankie Lam Man Lung, Charlie Yeung Choi Nei, Roger Kwok Chun On, Liu Chutian, Angela Yuen Lai Lam, JJ Jia, Opening August 15 2019 Teaser : https://youtu.be/801IeIw0oYI [ BROADWAY CIRCUITS ] Puppy Quill (nickname Little Q) is born with a birthmark in the house of Dr. Lo, it is being sent to the Chan's family after two months. Mr. Chan, Mrs. Chan and their daughter Chi Kiu take care of Little Q, they bond well with each other. As Little Q grows bigger, it is being trained by guide dog trainer Simon. Simon takes it to match with famous chef Lee Bo Ting. He has become irritable and constantly losing his temper over his sister Bo Yi who resigned her teaching job to help Bo Ting at his dessert house since he lost his eye sight. Bo Ting tries to drive Little Q away for several times, but as a well trained guide dog Little Q always stays by Bo Ting's side and protects him under any circumstances. Eventually Little Q earns Bo Ting’s trust with its loyalty prompting him to take a new lease of life and quit blaming his blindness. He continues to delve into new dessert recipe and travels around with Little Q. However, as Little Q gets older and Bo Ting gets sick, the two of them have to face an unwilling separation...... [ MCL CINEMAS ] A story about the life of the guide dog Quill (nickname Little Q): the love interaction between Little Q and the puppy raiser, the guide dog trainer and the newly blind dessert chef Lee Po Ting -- how it earns the trust of Po Ting and makes Po Ting take a new lease of life. DETECTIVE CONAN: THE FIST OF BLUE SAPPHIRE d. Tomoka Nagaoka Japanese Animation Length : 99 mins. Opening August 15 2019 [ CINEMA ONLINE MALYASIA ] The 23rd instalment of the "Detective Conan" franchise and of the "Case Closed" series based on Gosho Aoyama's manga series of the same name. This time the focus is on 'blue lapis fist', the world's greatest blue sapphire. It is said to have sunk in the late 19th century, in a pirate ship on the coasts of Singapore. When it is displayed at an exhibition at the Singaporean Marina Sands hotel, after a local millionaire retrieves it, a murder takes place there. At the crime scene, a bloody Kaitou Kid card is found. BENTO HARASSMENT d. Renpei Tsukamoto Ryoko Shinohara, Kyoko Yoshine, Rena Matsui, Kanta Sato, Ryuta Sato Opening June 2019 Opening August 22 2019 ONE PIECE STAMPEDE d. Takashi Otsuka Japanese Animation Opening August 22 2019 [ CINEMA ONLINE MALAYSIA ] Pirates from around the world, including Luffy and the gang, have gathered at the Pirates Expo. Everyone is joining the big hunt for a lost treasure, which belongs to Gol D. Roger. [ MCL CINEMAS ] Invited by "Master of Festivities" Buena Festa, Straw Hat Pirates come to the world's greatest pirate's festival "Pirates Expo". Pirates all over the world gather here and join a big treasure hunt to find Gold Roger's treasure. However, an evil plan from Festa is hidden behind this festival. Smoker lead the Marines lurking in the event in order to catch all the pirates. At the same time, "Demon Heir" Douglas Bullet, who is a former member of the Roger Pirates, also join the battle and become Luffy’s biggest threat...A fierce melee is going to begin! BINDING SOULS Can : Bong Ling d. Chan Peng Chun Kara Wai Ying Hung, Tsao Yu-Ning, Carlos Chan Ka Ling, Esther Huang, Yune Cheung Yan, Angie Shum Yat Ka Opening August 2019 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] To reminisce about the old-school life, Ho Tsz Fung and his university classmates go back to his high school together. Over the years, there are a lot of mysterious rumours spreading among the students, due to the occupation by Japanese army as a military laboratory during the World War II. The college's principal and in a teacher in training, Mr. Law and Miss Fong, show them around the campus and some specific historical traces. When passing the school museum, they're extremely excited when checking out the archives of Japanese army. They find a former student's diary among the archive journals, which recorded lots of supernatural events in the past, even included a mysterious disappearance of a girl. What on earth was hidden behind those cases? Will these 5 visitors have the same experience soon? BODIES AT REST Can : Chum Muk Dik Jing Yun Lit : Silent Witness d. Renny Harlin Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Richie Jen (Yam Yin Chai), Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Yang Zi, MC Jin, Ron Ng Cheuk Hei, Clara Lee, Feng Jiayi, Ma Shuliang, Length : 100 mins. Opening March 18 2019 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening September 5 2019 in Malaysia Opening August 2019 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] A cat-and-mouse game unfolds over a single night when three armed criminals barge into a morgue, demanding the forensic doctor and his assistant to hand over a bullet lodged inside a corpse. While the criminals are in a desperate attempt to hide their true identities, the doctor finds himself sinking deeper and deeper into a quagmire as his past inadvertently catches up with him. Each explosive twist soon pushes the characters beyond their limits. [ CINEMA ONLINE MALAYSIA ] A forensics expert and his intern are working in the morgue when suddenly a group of masked thugs break in. The criminals demand access to a body that contains evidence to a crime that was committed recently. ATONEMENT AKA: IN TURMOIL Can : Ah Lung d. Mark Wu, Ronald Cheng Chung Kei Ronald Cheng Chung Kei, Fu Shun Ying, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Philip Keung Ho Man Length : 112 mins. Opening September 5 2019 in Malaysia [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Lung and his daughter Ying are each other’s only dependence. Unfortunately, Ying is taken by the kidnap gang during their first trip to Thailand. Lung stays in Thailand only to revenge the murder of Ying. Lung sacrifices everything to turn himself into a bloody revenger. Endless hatred gradually turns him into a sinner...can he be salvaged at the end? THE KISS ADDICT d. Li Yanning Tan Zhuo, Chris Lee, Louis Sun Opening September 7 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/PbHvbYhHFuE [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Wen Feng is a violinist. After winning the International Youth Music Competition, he climbs up the Yalazhen for a big celebration. After drinking a lot, he participates in a game "Dare to kiss?" After returning to Beijing, he suddenly has a strange addiction longing for kisses, similar to drug addiction. Everything begins from the night in Yalazhen. Would it be the punishment he got from blaspheming against the god? Or is he infected by a new virus? Wen Feng decides to visit Tibet again to find the answer. Back to Tibet, he meets Duo La, a beautiful Tibetan girl he once had a passionate kiss with. He falls in love with this talented and beautiful cellist soon after they reunited.Wen Feng and Duo La feel seamlessly connected like they have known each other for a long time. They are like lovers with no distance. Therefore, they decide to find out the secret of the Kiss Addiction together. The mystery of kiss opens the door of memory. Every kiss brings in a new piece of memory, and the pieces come together as a story , a cycle of endless losing and searching of love.Dou La was Wen Feng’s wife in his previous life, she was also a physicist who dedicated herself to the study of genetic memory. She believes memory is a substance that can be transmitted in distance. The memory of the previous life can be transferred through kissing. Can love last forever when consciousness can be passed on? When Wen Feng falls for Dou La in the now life, the passionate love puts Dou La, who craves for freedom, in a dilemma. She loves Wen Feng, but she loves freedom even more. To her, there are only three destinations – love, freedom, or death which puts everything to an end... HYPNOTIZE THE JURY AKA : GUILT BY DESIGN Can : Chui Min Choi Kuet Lit : Hypnotized Verdict d. Paul Sze Pak Lam, Kenneth Lai Siu Kwun, Lau Wing Tai Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Zhang Han, Paul Chun Pui, Kent Cheng Juk Si, Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling), Eddie Cheung Siu Fai, Jiro Lee Sheung Ching, Babyjohn Choi Hong Yik, Cecilia So Lai Shan, Jo Kuk Cho Lam, Derek Kwok Ching Hung, Vincen Wong Ho Shun, Ai Mi, Dun Chan, Felix Lok Ying Kwan, Renci Yeung Sze Wing Opening September 12 2019 [ HONG KONG ASIA FILM FINANCING FORUM ] It is the last day in the trial of a controversial murder case. Zen, as a jury member, learns that his daughter was kidnapped before the deliberation began. He is forced to find the defendant guilty of murder, otherwise his daughter will die. It seems to be an impossible task for Zen since the majority of the jury believes that the accused is innocent. The kidnappers know that Zen used to be a well-known hypnotist and they are certain that Zen can find a way to convince the jury. Also, under no circumstances should the jury be dismissed, otherwise, Zen's daughter will be dead. Zen has no option, and after eight years he uses his rusty skills to hypnotize the jury, which gets him four additional guilty votes out of six. Zen has to perform the hypnoses in an isolated small room secretly under the sight of six other jurors. Still, this is not the most difficult condition Zen has to face, because he is going against the most fundamental and important principle of hyposis, "The subject should be informed and understood that he/she is going to participate in hyposis; if not, the chcance of a successful hypnosis will be less than 10%." An ultimate performance of hypnosis quietly takes place in this small space. I'M LIVIN' IT AKA : I'M LIVING IT Can : Mak Lo Yun Lit : Wheat Road People AKA : Muk Lo Yun Lit : Man on A Strange Path d. Wong Hing Fan Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Miriam Yeung Chin Wa, Alex Man Chi Leung, Cheung Tat Ming, Nina Paw Hee Ching, Cya Liu Yase, Zeno Koo Ting Hin, Wong Yui Ka Angie Shum Yat Ka, Lo Ho Yu, Opening October 2019 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Once a star in his finance firm, Bowen now spends his nights in a 24-hour fast food joint, where he encounters other "roommates" who are in a similar predicament: a mother with her daughter who has taken put high-interest loans to cover her mother-in-law's debt, an old man who is too afraid to go home, a young runaway, and a young singer living in a temporary shelter. Together these accidental roommates must strive to lift one another out of rock bottom. TOURNAMENT 6 Can : Gik Dau 6 Piu Yi Doh Si Lit : Extreme Combat 6 Drifting City d. Sam Leong Chi Sing Sam Leong Chi Sing, Burmie Wong Wing Kwan, Ng Yo Yo, Lam Hin Fai, Law Kwan Fai, Leung Chun Yu, Coka Lau Ting Ting, Fion Wong Suk Ying, Sakamoto, Lee Ho Sing, Lee Wing Ho, Yeung Yuk Mui, Yik Chi Yuen, Sze Ming, Sophie Ngan Chin Man, Lui Ching Man, Sau Kin Ming, Wong Chung Yi, Chiu Jik Yu Opening October 2019 --- [ NORTH AMERICA AREA CONCERTS ] * ALAN TAM 40TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT IN RENO DATE AND TIME: Sunday, September 1 2019 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Reno Events Center 400 N Center S. Reno, NV 89501 TICKET PRICES: $ 288, 188, 128, 98, 68 TICKET VENUE LOCATION: ONLINE: http://www.sellingticket.us/site/ * WAYNE LAI AND MYOLIE WU DATE AND TIME: Sunday, August 25 2019 @ 7 PM Monday, August 26 2019 @ 8:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: Avalon Ballroom Theatre Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort 6380 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara ON L2G 7X5 Canada https://www.fallsviewcasinoresort.com/entertainment/event/wayne-lai-and-myolie-wu TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: TICKETMASTER CANADA http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/100056A4F22E5449 http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/100056A4F230544E * ALAN TAM 40TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT DATE AND TIME: Sunday, August 25 2019 @ 1 AM VENUE LOCATION: Waterfront Conference Center Harrah's Resort Atlantic City 777 Harrah's Blvd. TICKET PRICES: $ 288, 158, 128, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: ONLINE : https://99concerts.com * KENNY BEE DATE AND TIME: Saturday, August 24 2019 @ 7PM VENUE LOCATION: Fantasy Springs Resort Casino 84245 Indio Springs Dr., Indio, CA 92203 TICKET PRICES: VIP $ 138, 108, 88, 68, 48 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: Ng Hing Kee www.nghingkee.com 518 W Garvey Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91754 (626) 284-4861 * CHRIS WONG DATE AND TIME: Friday, August 2 2019 @ 9 PM VENUE LOCATION: Casino Rama 5899 Rama Road Rama ON L0k 1T0 Canada https://www.casinorama.com/Live/Artist/Chris-Wong.aspx TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: TICKETMASTER CANADA http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/10005664C21F4444 * JULIE SUE AND HUANG PIN YANG DATE AND TIME: Sunday, July 28 2019 @ 7 PM Monday, July 29 2019 @ 8:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: Avalon Ballroom Theatre Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort 6380 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara ON L2G 7X5 Canada https://www.fallsviewcasinoresort.com/entertainment/event/julie-sue-and-huang-pin-yang TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: TICKETMASTER CANADA http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/10005684D3104ACB http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/10005684D3124AD3 * FEI YU CHING FAREWELL CONCERT 2019 AUSTRALIA DATE AND TIME: Saturday, July 27 2019 @ 8:15 PM VENUE LOCATION: Melbourne Convention Centre 1 Convention Center Place South Wharf VIC 3006 Australia TICKET PRICES: VIP AU$ 439, 399, 299, 199, 159, 109 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: Chinatown Cinema Corporation http://www.chinatowncinema.com.au Enquiry: (03) 9662 3465 * FEI YU CHING FAREWELL CONCERT 2019 AUSTRALIA DATE AND TIME: Friday, July 26 2019 @ 8:15 PM VENUE LOCATION: ICC Sydney Theatre Darling Dr, Darling Harbour Sydney NSW 2000 Australia TICKET PRICES: VIP AU$ 438, 389, 288, 198, 108 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: Chinatown Cinema Corporation http://www.chinatowncinema.com.au Enquiry: (02) 9283 6166 * GEORGE LAM "THE SMILING" CONCERT DATE AND TIME: Saturday, July 20 2019 @ 7 PM VENUE LOCATION: Pechanga Summit at Pechanga Resort Casino Pechanga Resort and Casino 45000 Pechanga Pkwy, Temecula CA 92592 https://www.pechanga.com/entertain/george-lam TICKET PRICES: VIP $ 238, 168, 138, 108, 98, 78 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: TICKET MASTER https://www1.ticketmaster.com/0A005699EA7941B5 Ng Hing Kee www.nghingkee.com 518 W Garvey Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91754 (626) 284-4861 * YU YAR AND JOHNNY YIP DATE AND TIME: Saturday, July 6 2019 @ 10 PM VENUE LOCATION: Tropicana Las Vegas 3801 S Las Vegas Blvd. Las Vegas NV 89119 www.troplv.com TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER https://www1.ticketmaster.com/event/17005691F02134DE Ng Hing Kee www.nghingkee.com 518 W Garvey Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91754 (626) 284-4861 HQ VIP Services Jade Entertainment www.jadeticket.com * RONALD CHENG ONE MORE TIME WORLD TOUR RENO DATE AND TIME: Saturday, July 6 2019 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Reno Events Center 400 N Center S. 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The usual suspects : Internet Movie Database, Yahoo! Hong Kong Erors : ye olde chaffing editor For the week ending June 9 2019 5 JOHN WICK CHAPTER 3 PARABELLUM d. Chad Stahelski Keanu Reeves, Halle Berry, Lawrence Fishburne, Mark Dacascos, Asia Kate Dillon, Lance Reddick, Angjelica Huston, Ian McShane, 4 CHASING THE DRAGON II: WILD WILD BUNCH Can : Jui Lung II Chak Wong Lit : Chasing the Dragon II Thief King d. Wong Jing, Jason Kwan Chi Yiu Tony Leung Ka Fai, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Simon Yam Tat Wa, 3 GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS d. Michael Dougherty Kyle Chandler, Vera Farmiga, Millie Bobby Brown, Zhang Ziyi 2 ALADDIN d. Guy Ritchie Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, 1 X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX d. Simon Kinberg James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Nicholas Hoult, Sophie Turner, Tye Sheridan, Alexandria Shipp, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Evan Peters, Jessica Chastain, ------ Summaries for some of the films above. Some contain SPOILERS CHASING THE DRAGON II: WILD WILD BUNCH AKA : MASTER OF RANSOME Rating : IIB Length : 100 mins. Opening June 6 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/yrQFQHzm-OQ [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Before 1997, due to the ignorance of the British Administration of Hong Kong, criminal genius Logan savages Hong Kong with a series of notorious crimes. He kidnaps the first sons of the Hong Kong regals, Li and Lui, ransoming over 2 billion dollars. In fear of the offenders avenging, the subjects promise not to report to the police after ransoming the hostages, hence letting Logan and his team evade justice. The police forces of Hong Kong and the mainland are highly concerned with Logan's case and send Sky, a Hong Kong undercover agent to infiltrate into Logan's gang. Sky is brave and intelligent. After various challenges, he manages to get close to Logan and quietly awaits the opportune moment to take action. However, Logan is very careful and cunning. Since no one has reported his crimes, the police cannot arrest him until he makes his next move. After numerous probing attempts, Sky finally unveils the identity of Logan's next kidnap target. Sky believes he has already gained Logan's trust, hence secretly contacts the police to plan their next move, only to realise it is just another test... Will Sky be able to complete his mission, save the hostage, and bring Logan to justice? 3D MAYDAY LIFE Rating : IIA Length : 112 mins. Opening May 24 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/TYYFbVgW3o0 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Mayday LIFE TOUR is linked by four distinct segments and the story is unveiled in "Yesterday's Rumbling Fun". Unlike Mayday's previous perfectionist and fussy attitude towards music, the members are now featured as the superhero of the day and form a fifth elite combat team. Monster the guitarist is now the agile Mr. Monster, complete with a red shining armor, Stone the guitarist is now Lonely Stone, who is as hard as a stone. Guan You the Drummer is the crossbowman Mini Ming, who is comical in nature and has super good luck. Masa the bass player is Hell Kitty, who is mean and humorous while owning heavy arms and ammunition. Ashin the Vocal acts as Honey Potter, and has super powers and is quite a genius. After the war, the five people went back to "Today Loser Record Store" to lead their usual ordinary life, until the Commanding Officer appears and "re-summons them". The Commanding Officer is portrayed by movie star Bo Huang, a Golden Horse Award-winning actor. However, when Supermen stop saving the earth, how should the Commanding Officer persuade the five middle-aged "losers" with super powers? To "restart training and rejoin the war" utilizing their limited life and infinite friendship and figure out the infinity of life? This memoir for 7 billion is now transitioning to the next chapter: LiFE will continue to be lived on the screen. FRIEND ZONE Rating : IIA Length : 118 mins. Opening May 16 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/QUBfHBtIC0I [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In this world, there are many people who seem to be wandering along a relationship borderlining 'friends' and 'lovers'. Palm is one of those who has been stuck in the friend zone with his best friend, Gink, for 10 years. During high school, he tried to cross the line by confessing his feelings for her. But Gink simply rejected him, saying that "being friends is good enough." Since then, Palm and Gink have grown closer as true best friends. One day, Gink asks Palm out of the blue, "have you wondered...what if we were an item?" Right then, sparks fly wildly inside Palm's mind, knowing that this might be the only chance for him to cross the borderline. Although, Palm has no way of knowing if leaving the FRIEND ZONE this time will lead him to the beginning of his romantic love life or to the end of his friendship with Gink for good. CODE GEASS LELOUCH OF THE RE;SURRECTION Rating : IIB Length : 113 mins. Opening May 30 2019 Trailer : https://youtu.be/PnyXzXFsX_k [ MCL CINEMA ] It is the second year of the Kowa Period. The world has unified around the reorganize United Federation of Nations, and has enjoyed days of continuing peace. But now, that peace suddenly comes to an end. Suzaku, while travelling as the masked man “Zero” accompanying Nunnally on her visit to the refugee camp, is defeated by a mysterious Knightmare Frame, and the two of them are taken away. Following secret orders from Schneizel, Kallen, Lloyd and Sayoko infiltrate Zilkhstan, the Kingdom of Warriors, where they are attacked by a mysterious Geass user. There in Zilkhstan is a person named C.C., known to the assailants as the "former master." In the indomitable kingdom which once conquered even the great army of the Holy Britannian Empire, what do the people desire? Hope, or despair? The people of Zilkhstan Palace certainly know of Geass. What are they—and C.C.—planning? ------ GLOBAL CHINESE MUSIC CHART For the week starting June 8 2019 15 SELF-COMPLACENT Can : Oi Ching Jum Mor Liu Ma Crowd Lu (Lo Kwong Chung) https://youtu.be/rD-T5pzH9b0 14 THOUGHTLESS Can : Mo Lim Jane Zhang Liangying (Cheung Lan Wing) https://youtu.be/NbKQFgoNTLA 13 SEARCHING FOR THE BIN IN XIMENDING Can : Ngor Joi Sai Moon Ding Chum Jau Lap Sap Tung Hinry Lau Cheuk Hin ft. Evangeline Wong https://youtu.be/hb13unAsJyM 12 BIG BOWL THICK NOODLE Can : Dai Woon Foon Min Kris Wu (Ng Yik Fan) https://youtu.be/rQPPPaLTQsY 11 TONIGHT AGA (Kong Hoi Ka) https://youtu.be/rofcioTjhPs 10 SUSHI LOVE Can : So Gei Ok Kiu Chi Long Ken Hung Cheuk Lap https://youtu.be/8enWsFMxmgg 9 WHITE HAIR Can : Bak Fak Khalil Fong Datong https://youtu.be/zr56RLXc4u8 8 PASSING BY HUMANITY Can : Lo Gor Yun Gan Yisa Yu (Yuk Hor Wai) https://youtu.be/ucy5q5Pjp0M 7 PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS Can : Hung Fook Ji Nam Victor Wong (Bun Guoon) https://youtu.be/-XrgqSwm6qE 6 BREAK UP AGAIN Can : Joi Yut Chi Fun Sau Mad August https://youtu.be/YymRITQprr4 5 WAITING FOR YOU Can : Dung Nei Jeung Diamond Zhang Bichen https://youtu.be/tmivkp4p64Q 4 ACTUALLY LONELY Can : Kei Suk Jik Mok Kay Tse On Kay https://youtu.be/dN-rqS1-KFk 3 NATURE Can : Tai Wui Lu Han https://youtu.be/hNl7jcno35g 2 PRETTY CRAZY Joey Yung Cho Yi https://youtu.be/pNlnj5go5tQ 1 AS A MONSTER Can : Jok Wai Gwai Muk Chris Lee Yuchun X Wu Tsing-Fong https://youtu.be/dM5zQPZV60M --- WELL GO USA PRESENTS CHASING THE DRAGON 2 WILD WILD BUNCH https://www.wellgousa.com/films/chasing-the-dragon-2-wild-wild-bunch Opening June 7 2019 in North America UNITED STATES ATLANTA Regal Hollywood 24 Chamblee BOSTON AMC Boston Common 19 CHICAGO AMC River East 21 DALLAS Cinemark Legacy HOUSTON AMC Studio 30 LOS ANGELES AMC Atlantic Times Square 14 AMC Puente Hills 20 AMC Orange 30 NEW YORK AMC Empire 25 SAN FRANCISCO AMC Mercado 20 Cinemark Daly City CineLounge Fremont 7 SEATTLE AMC Pacific Place 11 CANADA TORONTO Cineplex Cinemas Markham & VIP Cineplex Cinemas Yonge-Dundas VANCOUVER Cineplex Silvercity Riverport Opening June 13 2019 in Australia and New Zealand AUSTRALIA SYDNEY Hoyts Chatswood Mandarin Event George ST Event Macquarie Event Burwood Event Hurtsville PERTH Hoyts Carousel ADELAIDE Hoyts Norwood Event Adelaide/GU Film House Adelaide BRISBANE AND GOLD COAST Hoyts Sunnybank Event Mt Gravatt/Garden City Event Australia Fair Event Brisbane City Myer Centre MELBOURNE Hoyts Melbourne Central Hoyts Chadstone Hoyts District Docklands Village Century City Chinatown Cinema CANBERRA Hoyts Belconnen NEW ZEALAND AUCKLAND Event Queen ST. 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