From: NO TOP TEN CENTRAL Newsgroups: alt.asian-movies,soc.culture.hongkong.entertainment Subject: [TAKE OVER] HKSAR Film No Top 10 Box Office (August 18 2022) 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. Leo Ku Kui Ke who celebrates her birthday on August 18th 2. MISCELLANEOUS * (2022/08/24) WARRIORS OF FUTURE (MING YUT JIN GEI)'s all star charity premiere took place two nights ago. Producer and star Louis Koo Tin Lok attended with Sean Lau Ching Wan, Carina Lau Ka Ling, Philip Keung Ho Man, and director Ng Yuen Fai. Guests who showed their support included Jessica Hester Hsuan (Suen Huen), Sandra Ng Kwan Yu, Peter Chan Ho Sun, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Rainky Wai Yu Sum, Dada Chan Jing, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Mimi Kung Chi Yan and daughter Ashley Lam Hoi Ling. Ching Wan said that he never thought he would have a chance to make a science fiction film. The feeling was very wonderful. Ka Ling would support and encourage Goo Jai to persevere and chase his dream. When Koo Tin Lok appeared with Lau Ka Ling and Lau Ching Wan, over a hundred onlookers cheered. Goo Jai talked about the production experience on the stage. "No matter how difficult making this movie was, I still needed to take the first step as I wanted film to be able to expand its horizon. Making a science fiction film was very difficult and required a lot of time and money, but I had to do it once; I hope viewers would bring excitement to the movie, if it's good then recommend it to friends!" Lau Ching Wan said that he finally had the chance to make a science fiction film, in his world the chance to be able to make a science fiction film was very few. This time he was able to make a very science fiction science fiction film. He also joked, "However aliens didn't come to Hong Kong, it went nearby!" Lead actress Lau Ka Ling described the journey to make a dream come true was very lonely, but she still continued to persist her own dream. "I really admired him and am very touched. Koo Tin Lok put in money and effort to make an unprecedented movie. The attempt was tough; even if for now it wouldn't get everyone's recognition, don't forget the original dream. You have to keep going, everyone would see your hard work ultimately one day." Ka Ling said to Goo Jai, "I have to persevere, I would support your dream, and would be by your side along the way!" WARRIORS' earlier advanced screenings had decent response. Goo Jai felt very pleased. "Everyone finally get to see my 'son', but I wouldn't deliberately think about the box office. As long as I gave my all it's fine!" As far as Goo Jai learned many friends booked shows to watch the movies to show their support. Ka Ling also said that she invited several dozen friends to watch the charity premiere. "I myself am very excited, actually after finishing the film Goo Jai said that he would show me a few trailers but I didn't watch them; because only supporting the film and watching it at the movies would have effect!" Ching Wan admitted that he never imagined he would make a science fiction film. This time was a wonderful journey come true. "When I knew we were making a science fiction film it didn't feel very real, until the shoot when I saw such a big production it finally felt real." The most unforgettable for him was to be able to see things that I didn't know before. "At first I thought it would be a group of people in tight green suits with dots all over them like Teletubbies, adding the computer graphics in post production then it's done. However during the shoot I realized that actually wasn't the case. It had many actual sets, and we had to wear armors. It wasn't too different from ordinary film productions. It wasn't just acting with the green screens." Ka Ling in the film neither needed to wear an armor nor had to fight. She admitted that during the performance she was more comfortable than Goo Jai and Ching Wan, but film productions would always be tough. This time though was a lot of fun, in the future she would like to make different attempts. Would she like to wear an armor for the shoot? Ka Ling said, "I do! I wouldn't be afraid of how tough it might be. Why not? I could get into a little better shape. Actually the film production technology is great, it has already reached the space beyond imagination. Like Marvel movies I would like to give it a try. A lot could be fixed in the post production." Ka Ling immediately asked Goo Jai, "Next time would be my turn to fight!" Goo Jai agreed right away, "I would give you a special custom armor!" In addition, WARRIORS allegedly suffered from "box office theft" during its Mainland release. Goo Jai said that it was already being handled. However he also revealed that the film's Mainland run would be extended to October 4th, it would continue through the Mid Autumn Festival and the National Day. Currently the film has made 500 million RMB. Was he confident that it would reach 1 billion? Goo Jai responded, "I have already done my best, everyday I would go to a different place to promote." Jessica Hester Hsuan (Suen Huen) two nights ago attended the WARRIORS OF FUTURE premiere. She joked that she set a reminder for this day long ago, even if she was so tired that she was only half alive she would still come to support Koo Tin Lok. Because several years ago when they made BACK TO THE PAST (CHUM CHUN GEI), Goo Jai already showed her some footage. She said, "I have never seen such strong computer graphics for a Hong Kong film, in addition it has been under preparation for years. I have been looking forward to it very much." Why did she not ask for a role? Suen Huen said that the film already began preparation 5 years ago, at the time she has yet to signed with Goo Jai's company. However when she chatted with Keung Ho Man she learned that while making this science fiction film he had to act with air, which also tested the actor's imagination and relied on the actor's performance. She said that she has watched more Marvel movies, but she has never made one. Thus if she would have a chance she would like to give it a try. Would she offer her services if Goo Jai would plan for a sequel? Suen Huen said, "If he can give me a minor role I would be very pleased. I can do whatever, even completely changing my appearance!" Suen Huen just returned from the Mainland. She said that earlier she went to Hangzhou for an online sales live broadcast, which she felt was right for her. The product sales rate was satisfactory. In addition, Chrissie Chau Sau Na also came to support Koo Tin Lok. She admitted that she has always admired Goo Jai and she liked to watch science fiction film. She hoped to have a chance to perform in one as well in the future. * (2022/08/23) The Mabel Cheung Yuen Ting directed, the late director Alex Law Kai Yui served as production consultant on the documentary TO MY NINETEEN-YEAR-OLD SELF two nights ago held its premiere. Director Ann Hui On Wa also showed her support. Cheung Yuen Ting and the 5 interviewed students in the film shared their production experience. She revealed that this time her alma mater invited her to make the film, because of school relocation it planned to document the stories of the students' growth. Planned for a 6 year production time, in the end due to the school relocation postponement it took 10 years to shoot. Just lost her beloved, she admitted that during the production she thought about whether it would not be finished. Because life was unexpected, no one would know what would happen tomorrow. However since she was still alive after 10 years in production she might as well finish it. Cheung Yuen Ting said that the biggest difference between a documentary and a feature film was the she could be in control of all the characters in a feature film, but for a documentary she would have to let go of her role. The director would only be a supporting player. The interviewees would be the directors of their lives. "I would be the listener. If you treat them a little better, they would be willing to tell you more. They have yelled at me too, because I didn't get their permission. So I have to learn to be humble. From the interviewees I learned a lot, and I would also examine my own process of growing up." Would she be afraid of making documentaries from now on? Cheung Yuen Ting said, "Life doesn't have too many decades, so it can't be repeated again. In addition it involved the school and students' privacy. Thank you to the school for being forward and having the courage to let me shoot. I can say there has been no precedence. Despite numerous challenges, I have no regret." As for the documentary being the final collaboration with the late Alex Law Kai Yui, Cheung Yuen Ting revealed that they still had projects that have yet to start production. She said, "Actually he told me not to make the documentary because it had no story. However after editing the film he gave me his suggestions. As long as I insisted, he in the end would help out." Losing her beloved, Cheung Yuen Ting said that everyday she was busy at work. "Not having time to think is a good thing too. If I sit down and think I would be sad." She said that Law Kai Yui had a new film SUP GOR HOK YI DIK SIU NIN (TEN MEDICAL STUDENTS) that remained unfinished. She would work hard to complete it. * (2022/08/22) Best Actor Louis Koo Tin Lok spent HK$ 450 million on producing Hong Kong's first science fiction film WARRIORS OF FUTURE (MING YUT JIN GEI), which recently began advanced screenings in Hong Kong. The team went all over for audience appreciation events. Each time they caused a stir with the viewers. Two days ago director Ng Yuen Fai, actor Chu Kam Yin and others again surprised another cinemas and said sentimentally to the audience, "With your support, we would work even happier." Near the end Koo Tin Lok suddenly appeared and admitted that he already had initial concept for a sequel. "The next one probably would 10 times more complicated than this one." He also quoted the film to encourage himself, "The sky can be gray, the earth can be gray, but we can't. We ourselves decide how it ends." * (2022/08/22) Hins Cheung King Hin yesterday attended an autograph session and performance at the shopping center for THE BRIGHTEST DARKNESS (SACD). Over 1,000 fans came to show their support and filled several floors of the shopping center. Hin Jai thanked fans with three songs and even gave a rare encore. Fans were the most excited about Hin Jai's announcement about a Christmas concert series, which immediately caused a stir. Hin Jai said that he has not held an autograph and performance session in 41 months. When he learned that some fans began waiting since 4AM two days ago, he performed an encore to thank them. Speaking of her Christmas concerts, Hin Jai said that holding two concert series in a year would be very rare. He just learned that the venue would be available but not for too many shows. Because with music award show scheduling conflict, they might share the stage. He hoped that everyone would support the shows. Eason Chan Yik Shun was rumored to have a New Year crossing concert series. Hin Jai said, "I look forward to his show very much. Everyone has worked so hard, or perhaps due to the pandemic their stress has been huge. Having suitable entertainment would be very important. As long as they would be under safe pandemic prevention situation, more concerts would be a good thing." On the stage Hin Jai called for fans to cheery for the injured dancer Ah Mo. He said that he learned from the news he had good progress. Although the progress has been rather slow, it tended to be good. He said, "What we can do is to cheer for him, so he would be able to properly face treatment." Hin Jai said that although he has not directly contacted Ah Mo because he did not want to disturb him. He has always paid attention the latest condition through intermediaries. Ah Mo's girlfriend So Ching reportedly still has not recovered emotionally, Hin Jai said, "At this stage, support from those around her, even fans and friends in the business, would be very important. I believe these days have been very hard on So Ching, not something that we can imagine. She alone would have to face so much, she even has to learn nursing to help Ah Mo. Thus will power and spiritual support would be very important." Starting production on his new film next month, Hin Jai revealed that he would again play the lead. "For now I couldn't reveal too much, it would be a comedy action film. I would be responsible for the fighting and the killing, and co-stars I have and have not worked with before would appear." * (2022/08/21) Louis Cheung Kai Chung and Stephy Tang Lai Yan yesterday attended their film TABLE FOR SIX (FAN HEI GUNG SUM)'s advanced screening advanced screening audience appreciation event. After the screening their promotional parody music video was shown. They said that earlier they individually visited different cinemas for audience appreciation. Stephy said that one of the viewers broke down while sharing the experience, which she did not expect. Ah Chung said that his children have not seen the film and joked that he wanted to pay tribute to the box office, waiting until after the film's official release then buying tickets for the movie. Speaking of the film's original Lunar New Year release that was postponed due to the pandemic, they admitted that they have looked forward to it for a long time already and felt that the Mid Autumn Festival release would just be as good a time and opportunity because the atmosphere would be suitable for a family reunion. They hoped that next time the entire cast would be able to get together for an audience appreciation event. * (2022/08/20) The Louis Koo Tin Lok produced and starred science fiction film WARRIORS OF FUTURE (MING YUT JIN GEI) released a mobile phone game. Yesterday he and the film's director Ng Yuen Fai went to the Hong Kong Computer and Communication Festival to attend the related promotion and give a live demonstration of the game. However Goo Jai declined to play, revealing that he "died" whenever he played. When Ng Yuen Fai played, Goo Jai saw how well he was performing and could not help but ask whether it was his first time. He praised him as a video game genius! Then the event invited 3 contestants to the stage for a trial. Goo Jai had a friendly chat with them and even realized an issue, bringing up to the host that they were all video game experts. Everyone would have to wait a very long time for them to finish. The host immediately changed the challenge to highest score in one minute. Goo Jai then asked the host to remember to time it to ensure fairness. Finally although victory was decided, Goo Jai also very nicely decided to give a prize to everyone and personally presented it to each contestant; he even revealed that normally he would have online chats with them. Earlier during his quarantine period when he returned from the Mainland, one of the contestants even sang for him. In addition, Goo Jai and Ng Yuen Fai shared their production experience. Goo Jai said, "In the process we ran into many issues, but with our persistence and never quit spirit we learned and didn't need to rely on others. This for Hong Kong film is very important, not only was it growth but it also opened up a new subject to choose from." Ng Yuen Fai particularly mentioned the highway scene was the most memorable. "First was the production difficulties, actors had to wear over 30 pounds of armor. Technically it was also demanding. Although we considered using actual location shoot, in practice we would not able to coordinate. We hope everyone would pay more attention to WARRIORS OF FUTURE." Finally Koo Tin Lok revealed a big secret. "Science fiction films would be divided into many types, this time ours is an armor film, the next one would be a space war film. The difficulty would also be elevated in comparison." WARRIORS OF FUTURE will open on the 25th (next Thursday). Yesterday to tomorrow it would have 125 advanced screenings. From the cinema box office sales, many shows have been sold out and the response has been overwhelming. The film company yesterday announced that the IMAX version will open simultaneously on the 25th. Goo Jai said, "To be able to have an IMAX release, we of course are very happy. Under the IMAX format, we can enjoy the entire WARRIORS OF FUTURE team's production efforts in even more intricate details." WARRIORS OF FUTURE after 15 days in release in the Mainland, as of yesterday at 5PM the box office was around HK$ 490 million. The Mainland film star Shen Teng starred MOON MAN continued to be the sole success, after 15 days its box office was around HK$ 2.99 billion! Although both films were science fiction and WARRIORS even invested over HK$ 400 million and 8 years to make, MOON left it in the dust at the box office. Recently "box office theft" even surfaced as Mainland online complaints of buying a WARRIORS ticket but getting a MOON ticket instead! MOON's team expressed that the matter has been left to law enforcement and yesterday even announced good news as it would extend its run to September 28th. In other words the film company has completely neglected the "box office theft" storm and expanded MOON's run between the two golden slots of summer vacation and Mid Autumn Festival. Many online were upset for Koo Tin Lok, thinking that WARRIORS originally could catch up after MOON's run ended, but MOON actually wanted to "slam the door shut" and "outlast" WARRIORS at the box office! * (2022/08/19) Hong Kong's first science fiction film WARRIORS OF FUTURE (MING YUT JIN GEI) cost HK$ 450 million and starred Louis Koo Tin Lok, Sean Lau Ching Wan, Carina Lau Ka Ling, Philip Keung Ho Man. The film used a lot of special effects, from the preparation to the production to post production completion it took 6 years of time and effort. The film will open in Hong Kong on the 25th. Director Ng Yuen Fai admitted that making such a large production the stress definitely would be enormous, but fortunately boss and producer Koo Tin Lok gave a lot of confidence. "He let me shoot, and told me to shoot as much as my heart desired!" Speaking of the difficulties of the WARRIORS OF FUTURE production process, Ng Yuen Fai stated that Hong Kong has always had very little contact with science fiction action films, from the general environment to a phone prop, armor would take a very long time to design and produce. Koo Tin Lok was the boss, the producer and the actor, did he appear to have a lot of pressure? Director Ng said, "Mr. Koo knew his place on the set very well, when he took his marks he knew he was playing the actor role. Actually before the shoot everyone would discuss everything in advance, but during meals we would talk about scenes that we shot or we will need to shoot later. Because the production required a lot of action, often they were performing with green screens. The co-stars were there, so we had to have the discussions in advance first." Keung Ho Man said that Goo Jai after work was still very busy. He would stay on the set to take care of other actors' things, or participate in the director team or even the prop discussions. Director Ng joked that he seemed to have suffered a personality split. However Keung Ho Man was the happiest to be able to witness such a awesome Hong Kong film, got his hands dirty in the participation and felt it was a lot of fun. "The director first produced a cartoon to show us, then we would act with the green screen. with the director's guidance, I would shoot on the platform, I could feel the unevenness of the road and being in the vehicle. Because earlier we saw the video we already had a conceptual performance, so it wasn't too difficult. The most difficult was doing some awkward expressions. With no co-star, Keung Ho Man pointed out the bad take situation was close to normal acting. Instead of most bad takes were because of the environment or equipment issues. The director said that because another team of special effect shots were done simultaneously, sometimes the equipment would overheat and cause data loss. Koo Tin Lok and Lau Ching Wan had to wear over 30 pounds of armor and shoot in over 40 degree high heat, if the data was lost the actors had to start all over so it was pretty tough. Keung Ho Man bitterly chuckled, "The costume material I wore actually wasn't for people to wear, everyday my disfigure look took 3 hours of make up. While shooting in the Mainland in May and June, I had heat stroke twice. However no matter how tough it was it was worth it, this was a great experience! My wife really likes to watch science fiction films. When she learned that I would take part, she was happier than I was -- saying her husband has a part in saving the Earth!" Koo Tin Lok is a science fiction fan. Director Ng said that he too had a connection to science fiction films. "Because science fiction films in Hong Kong still feel far beyond reach, and I started in the special effect business (visual effect technician), I wanted to cross over. Whether in action films or dramatic films science fiction elements could be added, which would also require people to take the challenge of marching forward." However he mentioned that making a science fiction film was different from making a costume film. Costume films used to be able to have a lot of already made costumes and did not need to be made new. However for bosses to invest in science fiction films, everything had to be made from scratch. It was a huge leap. However Director Ng said that science fiction films absolutely could have development. This time for the first one, he and Goo Jai both had a mission. Their original intention was worrying that if they did not face it they would not be able to start, then the next step would not have a chance to happen. "As trailblazers, we and the group of actors together believed in this. So we made it. Future Hong Kong filmmakers with a suitable subject could also turn it into a science fiction film. What we worried about was whether we would be able to show everyone, and believed that experienced directors in the future would be able to do it too. We were like booster rockets, this time we were able to blast off Earth, in the future we would reach the moon, then Mars!" Would a sequel be made? Director Ng did not deny this possibility because this time was a great start, but he understood asking the audience to believe something like this would happen in Hong Kong. As early as 6 years ago he started to write that in 2055 the world air pollution required a sky screen to separate mankind. No matter how advanced technology would be, the natural disasters were still very much. Now with the pandemic, this story and the real world felt closer and closer. Keung Ho Man praised Hong Kong's special effects for already having this quality. Actually it was not just pretty good, it has already reached to the step of "wow". Director Ng was also pleased with this time's special effect production, using 1,700 out of over 1,870 shots. Some special effects involved a lot of technology and data, just one frame already required 13 hours. Thus a movie might need 10 years time. However as technology kept elevating, the production process would be able to shrink more and more. Now WARRIORS only has a 90 some minute release version, Director Ng pointed out that the first cut was 119 minutes, but he and Koo Tin Lok talked and wanted the pace to be even faster. In the end he was forced to sacrifice many actors' dramatic scenes. The cut scenes actually were very hard to cut; Keung Ho Man said, "I really liked a lot of my performance, but I held back the pain of being cut. However the result still feels nice and neat!" * (2022/08/19) The 40th Hong Kong Film Awards took place on the 17th last month. Many award winning films were arranged for re-release so viewers were able to relive them in the safety of the cinema. Earlier, the fresh out of the oven Best Actor Patrick Tse Yin along with TIME (SAT CHOOK GOR WONG FUN)'s producer and screenwriter Gordon Lam Ka Tung, director Ricky Ko Chi Bun, screenwriter Ho Ching Yee, music creator Wai Kai Leung, actors Lam Suet, Chung Suet Ying, Siu Cheuk Hiu and Law Wing Cheong; LIMBO (JI CHI)'s fresh out of the oven Best Actress Cya Liu, producer Paco Wong, screenwriter Sham Kwan Sai, cinematography director Cheng Siu Keung, actors Fish Liew Chi Yu, Kuma and others attended the celebration. Director Felix Chong Man Keung even presented the Hong Kong Film Directors' Guild 2021 Best Actor and Best Actress to Tse Yin and Cya Liu. In the past year, TIME won the Hong Kong Film Critic Society Award Best Actor, Best Screenplay, Recommended Film, the Hong Kong Film Award Best Actor, the Hong Kong Film Directors' Guild Best Actor, the Hong Kong Screenwriters Guild Best Film Character and the Recommended Screenplay of the Year, the London East Asia Film Festival Special Mention and the Vancouver International Film Festival Audience's Award, Gateway. Sei Gor even with the role "Tin Lap Chau" won four Best Actor awards. Last month was Sei Gor and Paco Wong's birth month, the film company also celebrated their birthdays. Sei Gor showed off the four Best Actor awards, thanked the audience for applauding for him, and promised viewers that he definitely would keep acting. When asked about how winning the awards felt, Sei Gor put his humorous nature on display. "Actually I bought the awards!" Ka Tung joked, "Sei Gor used to have his mind on scuba diving, cars and hunting, he just was too busy!" Would the original team make a sequel? Sei Gor said, "Ask him (Ka Tung)!" Ka Tung also joked, "Don't raise your price!" Lam Suet and Chung Suet Ying both agreed that they missed Petrina Fung Bo Bo who was in Malaysia very much, and looked forward to working with Sister Bo Bo again next time. LIMBO's Best Actress Cya Liu, Best Supporting Actress Fish Liew Chi Yu also attended the celebration. She and her co-stars Lam Ka Tung, Liew Chi Yu and others represented the team in sincerely thanking the audience for their support. Speaking of winning three Best Actress awards, she humbly said, "Each of the 3 awards weighed 1,000 catty, no matter what I would have to take them home to slowly enjoy them. I really am very grateful to director Cheang Pou Soi, without him there is no me. I also thank Brother Ka Tung, for allowing me to learn the importance of the entire team's flexibility from it." Would she consider working on another Cheang Pou Soi film? Cya Liu joked, "Director Cheang is crazy! Actually I am too! I can go without rest or eating!" Winning Best Supporting Actress with ANITA, Liew Chi Yu said, "During the shoot the director, Brother Ka Tung and Cya kept discussing, peeling away the layers like they were investigating a case. I hope to have the chance to participate even more." * (2022/08/18) MIRROR member Keung To and Jer Lau Ying Ting's film debut with Best Actress Teresa Mo Shun Kwan, the Kearen Pang Sau Wai directed new film MAMA'S AFFAIR (AH MA YAU JOR DAI YI GOR) had the two "sons'" surprisingly pleasant performance that kept viewers and MIRROR fans talking and generating decent word of mouth; MIRROR after the Hong Kong Coliseum concert accident announced a two months hiatus from work. Keung To and Jer were unable to participate in the film promotion, but Ginger Candy and Lau Lau Fan (fan nicknames) were not kept from supporting their idols. Some "Ginger Candy" even revealed that from advanced screenings on she watched the movie 10 times. MAMA'S since its official release on the 11th to Tuesday (16th) accumulated HK$ 12 million after 6 days. Two days ago it also made 1.3 million and became the single day box office champion. The coffee shop where Keung To worked in the film recently became a landmark for fans. The coffee shop manager said that since the film's release, business had an almost 30% increase. Keung To in his film debut MAMA'S AFFAIRS played coffee shop employee "Fong Ching", who was discovered by gold label manager Yu Mei Fung and cultivated into an idol singer. Jer played Sister Mo's son Lo Tsz Hin. The film shot on location at the over 20 years in business, located in Yau Ma Tei Wing Fat coffee shop. With the "support" of Keung To, the neighborhood cafe turned into a "Keung To theme restaurant". Inside the shop was not only Keung To's photos at every turn but spots that appeared in the film, the booth, the wet bar and the cashier spot became top three photo hot spots. Even the employee uniform Keung To wore was for sale for HK$ 180. Yesterday many Ginger Candy brought their Keung To "coffee shop employee" doll for photos and ordered the "Keung To meals" of salt and pepper shu mai, French toast and custard tart. In the film Keung To recommended the custard tart to Sister Mo, and he was rumored to love salt and pepper shu mai and French toast. "Ginger Candy" Ms. Lee came with friends. She said that she has seen MAMA'S AFFAIR 3 times. Because of her idol, she came to the coffee shop and took photos all over. She praised Keung to and Jer's performance as good beyond expectation, their mother and son relationships with Sister Mo was very touching. She said thanks to good actor Sister Mo's guidance, their acting didn't resemble those of rookies. "Although they regrettably couldn't attend the promotions, we would respect that, use practical action and buy tickets to support them. As far as I know, many viewers weren't Ginger Candy but still praised his good performance; proving that a good movie doesn't need promotion would still achieve good performance." Another "Ginger Candy" Mrs. Ng brought her children for photos there and said that she has seen her idol's new film 10 times. "The story is relatable, actors' performance is very fitting. So the overall performance is extremely good, especially Keung To. His emotional scene performance exceeds that of a new comer. I give him a score of 100. Jer's acting also is a big explosion, I thank the director and Sister Mo's skills as they successfully bring them into character." The coffee shop manager revealed that since the MAMA'S AFFAIR release, business grew by almost 30%. Everyday around 200 "Keung To Meals" were sold, and fans bought the employee uniforms. 100 have already been sold. MAMA'S AFFAIR after 6 days in release, as of the 16th it accumulated over HK$ 12 million; two days ago was a non public holiday, it still made HK$ 1.3 million, topping the single day box office chart. If the trend would continue by the weekend the film would have hope to pass HK$ 20 million. The Amos Why directed, Kaki Sham, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying and others starred FAR FAR AWAY (YUEN LOI SHAN KA LA) has reached HK$ 4 million. Amos Why said that the good performance had to do with the increase of shows by 20 to 25%. As for individual small businesses releasing ticket stub discounts to help with FAR FAR AWAY, he was very touched and thanked them for their support. Speaking of FAR's good word of mouth, he said, "The happiest is when at audience appreciations I saw viewers buying tickets and heard their laughter at the movies. After the show they were willing to chat and have exchanges with me. With the HK$ 2.7 million production cost, has the film broken even or even made a profit yet?) Actually at least half or even more would go to the cinemas, and several hundreds of thousands had to be taken out for marketing and distribution cost. So it has not made a profit yet." As of the 16th, FAR has been in release for 13 days. Amos Why said that he hoped to be able to continue the run and have even higher box office. "However it's not my call, it's up to the viewers. As long as viewers buy tickets, the movie would be able to continue to run; without viewers buying tickets and going to the movie, cinemas would cut shows. We absolutely have no say, only the viewers and the cinemas do. In addition two Hong Kong films CHILLI LAUGH STORY (HOP GA LAT) and DETECTIVE VS. SLEUTHS (SUN TAM DAI JIN) made HK$ 30 AND 15 million respectively. * (2022/08/18) The Louis Koo Tin Lok and Sean Lau Ching Wan starred film WARRIORS OF FUTURE (MING YUT JIN GEI) opened on the 13th in the Mainland and made around 395 million yuan RMB, the performance was ordinary. Two days ago some Mainland complaints surfaced about going to watch WARRIOR but another movie's title appeared on the ticket. In the photo posted online, the ticket had the title of MOON MAN while the hand written ticket was for WARRIORS. The person claimed the ticket purchase was for WARRIORS, did not understand why such a situation would appear and felt that MOON "stole away" the box office. Because the incident kept brewing, the two film's official social media accounts issued separate statements. WARRIORS claimed that a certain business without signing any alliance agreement with any cineplex sold tickets without permission and the matter has already been referred to the related departments for confirmation. This was a third party business behavior, not the film company's. As for MOON it expressed outrage over the online accusation of box office theft and pointed out that it would hand the matter to law enforcement units to handle and take legal action against any "box office theft" comment to protect its own rights and benefits. In addition, Koo Tin Lok continued to promote WARRIORS with all his might. In the latest commercial, he held a figure and joked, "No one is bigger than me". Tony Wu Tsz Tung and Chu Kam Yin grabbed at the figure and his chest, promoting the film in a funny way. * (2022/08/18) The MIRROR members Keung To and Jer starred film MAMA'S AFFAIR (AH MA YAU JOR DAI YI GOR) opened this month. Due to the MIRROR concert accident last month, they immediately went on hiatus and the duo did not attend the film promotion. Director Kearen Pang Sau Wai on social media announced the Keung To performed film theme song NEITHER WIND NOR RAIN yesterday was released and said that the song brought her to tears twice. "The adjustment from the demo to the final edit was a journey, until I got Chan Wing Him's lyrics. The first time I heard the orchestral music recording from Beijing, I got goose bumps and was brought to tears again. With Fong Ching (Keung To's film character)'s singing, this truly was a song that belonged to Fong Ching as well as our film theme song." Many fans showed their support after watching the film. "A song that would move you to tears after each time you listened!" * (2022/08/18) Louis Cheung, Stephy Tang Lai Yan, Ivana Wong Yuen Chi, Minchen Lin and Peter Chan Cham Man starred in the new film TABLE FOR SIX (FAN HEI GUNG SUM). Playing the second brother, Ah Chung performed Song Gold Jacky Cheung Hok Yau's classic hit STILL FEEL YOU ARE THE BEST as the promotional song and brought collective memories to the viewers. In the short promotional video, the characters' complicated relationships could be understood. The lyrics "Was it love was it fate ws it pain, today I actually don't know" was the portrait of everyone. With the Mid Autumn Festival on the way, the film poster celebrated the holiday as Ah Chung, Stephy, and Minchen made their trademark poses from the film and meaning the most important was the whole family coming together for dinner. * (2022/08/18) Cecilia So Lai Shan in the film TALES FROM THE OCCULT (SUT HUNG HUNG GAN)'s segment DEAD MALL chased after a car on fire and the spark scorched her chest. Toughing out the pain she stated, "Until the director yells cut, I would keep performing!" TALES FROM THE OCCULT was John Chong Ching and Tang Han Keung produced and will open on September 15th. It also would be one of this year's Hong Kong International Film Festival gala presentation. The film consisted of three stories. DEAD MALL was Fruit Chan Gor directed, about a commercial building fire that rocked Hong Kong over twenty years ago. Mixing the currently popular online live stream and pandemic of the century elements, ghost hunting online personality So Lai Shan took a camera to explore the shopping center and got into dangers galore. During the shoot she chased a car on fire and ran on the streets, with zero distance to its ember. Although she was very hard, she still felt the heat of the flame. Later she had to stare at the car being swallowed by the fire and shed tears. The team created the spark effects with welding. In a short dress So Lai Shan appeared calm despite all the sparks spraying at her face, at the same time she even had to maintain her heartbroken tears. The director and the crew instead were very nervous. The director even personally knelt on the floor and used white paper to block So Lai Shan's face to test the mark before the shoot. After finishing the final shot, So Lai Shan finally said, "I thought in a jacket I would be fine, I didn't expect the spark to fly into it and even burnt the tee inside. It had a hole, at the time my chest hurt a little." Speaking of playing the ghost hunting online personality, she was daring and liked to take risks. She said, "When an ordinary person finds a corpse in the bathroom, they would definitely be scared, turn around and run. However my character goes to find the real culprit. (Are you that brave in real life too?) No, I am not brave at all. I don't even dare to listen to ghost stories. So playing this character has been a huge challenge." [ In Production Now/Soon ] IMPRISONED 2 Can : Yut Yuk Yi: Gip So Lan Toh Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Mark Cheng Ho Nam, Wong Kwong Leung, Babyjohn Choi Can : Bau Lit Dim Lit : Explosion Point Nick Cheung Ka Fai, William Chan Wai Ting, Shaun Tam Chun Yin, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Kevin Chu Kam Yin, Angus Yeung Tin Yue, Jonathan Cheung Wing Hong, Adrien Yau Tsz Him FATAL FATE Can : Ming Ong d. Soi Cheang Pou Soi Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Lokman Yeung, Berg Ng Yin Yip, Ng Wing Sze, Peter Chan Cham Man I DID IT MY WAY Can : Chim Hung Lit : Undercover Walk d. Jason Kwan Chi Yiu Andy Lau Tak Wa, Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Eddie Peng Yu-Yan, Cya Liu, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Lam Suet, Kent Cheng Juk Si, Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Chu Kam Yin, Philip Keung Ho Man Opening 2023 TRIAD 3 Can : Jat Jik 3 d. Ng Ka Wai Bosco Wong Chung Chak, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Niki Chow Lai Kei, Mark Cheng Ho Nam, Michael Tao Dai Yu ONE NIGHT IN SCHOOL Can : Yeh Hau Lit : Night School d. Lau Yung MC Cheung Tin Fu, Candy Wong Hei Yi, Ling Man Lung, Heidi Lee Ching Yi, Ashina Kwok Yik Sum, Fong Wing Lam, Ng Siu Hin, Tsui Ho Cheong, Lai Hok Kun, Ken Law Ho Ming, Tsim Shui Man, Eric Kot Man Fai, Summer Chan Chi Huen READY OR KNOT 2 Can : But Yut Sing Fung 2 d. Anselm Chan Mau Yin Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Chu Pak Hong, Kaki Sham, Renci Yeung Si Wing, Law Kar Ying, Vincent Kok Tak Chiu, Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling), Fish Liew Chi Yu, Michael Ning (Bak Ji) Can : Duk Sit Dai Jong Lit : Poison Tongued Lawyer d. Jack Ng Wai Lun Dayo Wong Tze Wa, Tse Kwan Ho, Louise Wong Dan Nei, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Michael Wong Man Tak, Dee Ho Kai Wa, Renci Yeung Sze Wing, Adam Pak Tin Nam, Bowie Lam Bo Yi, Vincent Kok Tak Siu OVER MY DEAD BODY Can : Sei Si Sei Si Sei Sup Sei Lit : Corpse Died At Forty Four d. Ho Cheuk Tin Teresa Mo Shun Kwan, Ronald Cheng Chung Kei, Edan Lui Cheuk On, Jer Lau Ying Ting, Lau Kong, Wong Man Wai, Wong Yau Nam, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Josie Ho Chiu Yi Can : Noi Mok Lit : Inside Information d. Alan Mak Siu Fai Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Francis Ng Chun Yu, Alex Fong Chung Shun, Niki Chow Lai Kei, Kathy Yuen (Tong Yee), Gladys Lee Ching Kwan, Chan Kwok Bong, Lok Ying Kwan, Geng Changjun, Max Cheung Tat Lun CUSTOMS FRONTLINE Can : Hoi Guan Jin Sin Lit : Customs Front Line d. Herman Yau Lai To Jacky Cheung Hok Yau, Nicholas Tse Ting Fung, Karena Lam Ka Yan, Cya Liu, Francis Ng Chun Yu, Kenny Kwan Chi Bun, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Angus Yeung Tin Yue, Michelle Yim (Mai Suet), Shek Sau, Amanda S. Opening 2023 AS IT BURNS Can : Bak Jau Yu Fun d. Lee Po Cheung Jasper Liu (Lau Yi Ho), Stephy Tang Lai Yan, Ray Lui Leung Wai, Gladys Li Ching Kwan, WALLED IN AKA : KOWLOON WALLED CITY (Working title) Can : Gau Lung Sing Jai Wai Sing d. Soi Cheang Po Soi Louis Koo Tin Lok, Sammo Hung Kam Bo, Richie Jen (Yam Yin Chai), Raymond Lam Fung, Terrance Lau Chun Him, Kenny Wong Tak Bun, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, Philip Ng Won Lung, German Cheung Man Kit, Max Zhang Jin Length : 100 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Adapted from the award-winning Hong Kong cult manga series "City of Darkness", this action thriller is set in the eighties inside the dangerous and enigmatic Kowloon Walled City which was a de jure Chinese enclave within British colonial Hong Kong. The walled city is populated by people in the lowest strata of society, among whom are various colorful and kung-fu savvy characters: e.g. a Vietnamese immigrant biding time for revenge, an ex-boxer on the lookout for his kidnapped girlfriend, a katana wielding martial arts boy wonder from Temple Street, as well as a local gang leader and his loyal friend. When the British Hong Kong government tries to demolish the Walled City once and for all with the help of a Triad kingpin and his ruffian underlings, they gather all the residents in the enclave behind them to fight against the invaders and protect their homes and properties. TRIAD 2 Can : Jat Jik 2 d. Terry Ng Ka Wai Bosco Wong Chung Chak, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Louis Cheung Ka Chung, Niki Chow Lai Kei, Kent Cheng Juk Si, Melvin Wong Kam Sun, Kenny Wong Tak Bun, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Jacquelin Chong Si Man, Kenneth Lai Chun, German Cheung Man Kit [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Seventeen years ago, triad member Chai helped his childhood friend Meow flee Hong Kong after Meow attempted to kill Chai's boss. Now a successful triad figure, Chai runs into Meow, who has returned to Hong Kong to make an honest living. Caught between his duty to his gang and his loyalty to his friend once again, how will Chai choose? ROB N ROLL Can : Lum Si Hai Gip Lit : Temporary Armed Robbery d. Albert Mak Kai Kwong Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Gordon Lam Ka Tung,Richie Jen (Yam Yin Chai), Maggie Cheung Ho Yi, Nancy Wu Ting Yan, Lam Suet, Leung Chung Hang, Calvert Fu Ka Tsun, Paulyn Sun Kai Kwan, Kathy Wong Chung Yan, John Chiang, Jr. (Chiang Cheuk Man), Deon Cheung Chung Chi, Mike Tsang Pei Tak, Ansonbean (Chan Ngai Sun), Nina Paw Hee Ching, John Chiang Dai Wai, Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/movierobnroll/ LET IT GHOST AKA : SCA3RY Can : Man Gwai 3 Bo d. Wong Hoi Ling Man Lung, Chung Suet Ying, Kaki Sham, So Chi Ho, Hui Yin, Angel Lam Chin Ting, Locker Lam Ka Hei, Ashina Kwok Yik Sum, Master Seven, Chloe So Ho Yi, Aaron Chow Chi Kwan, Eric Tsui Ho Cheong, fb : https://www.facebook.com/Sca3ry ig : https://www.instagram.com/Sca3ry Can : Lui Ying Oi Hup Lit : Inside Response Outside Coordination d. Steve Yuen Kim Wai Angus Yeung Tin Yue, Macy Ma Sihui, Candy Yu On On, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Deep Ng Ho Hong, Jacquelin Chong Si Man Can : Fun Sau Juen Ga Lit : Break Up Expert d. Patrick Kong (Yip Lim Sum) Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Tsang Lok Tung, Lai Chun, Macy Ma Sihui, Chung Ching, Polly Lau Yeuk Bo, Bob Lam Sing Bun, Master Seven (Chut Sin Yu) REMEMBER ME, REMEMBER LOVE Can : Oi Wan Gei Dut Lit : Love Still Remembers d. Ho Fung Penny Chan Kwok Fung, Snow Suen Man Suet, Wong Man Piu, Snowy Bai Yun, Tony Wong Wai Tung, Clorinda Chan Wing Lan, Lucas Chui Ho Dik, Meka (O Mai Ka Yi), Natalie Chan Bui Yi, Winnie So Yat Chi, Kelly Lin Kai Lai, Ho Pui Lam, Tsang Wing Kei, Kam Sun Fung, Moonna Tam Mung Na, Lai Chun Tat Can : Sum Siu Sim Bei Kau Lit : Late Night Dodgeball d. Ying Chi Wan Dior Cheng Yi Kin, Catherine Chau Ka Yi, Chin Kar Lok, Gladys Li Ching Kwan, Isabella Chang Hoi Ning, Cloud Wan Ho Ying, Feanna Wong Suk Man, Chung Suet Ying, Song Ka Yi, Viann Li Yu Tsun, Wong Yee LONELY EIGHTEEN Can : Ngor Moon Dik 18 Shui Lit : Our Eighteen d. Tracy Choi Yan Chi Irene Wan Bik Ha, Lam Ting, Ti Lung, Candy Man Suet Yi Moses Chan Ho, Loletta Lee Lai Chun, Renci Yeung Sze Wing Can : Yuen Mong Nau Dan Gei Lit : Wish Claw Machine Ling Man Lung, Lin Minchen, Coffee Lam Chin Yu THE WHITE STORM 3 Can : So Duk 3 d. Herman Yau Lai To Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Sean Lau Ching Wan, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Yang Caiyu, Tse Kwan Ho, Alex Fong Chung Shun, Lam Suet, Timmy Hung Tin Ming, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Gallen Lo (Law Ka Leung), Chan Kwok Bong, Wilfred Lau Ho Lung, James Kazama, Kumer So (Fui Hung), Edward Chui Woei Dong, DELIVERANCE Can : Yuen Sun Jui d. Sham Ka Yin Summer Chan Chi Huen, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Kenneth Tsang Kong, Ron Ng Cheuk Hei, Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Ashina Kwok Yik Sum, Tim Wong Tin Ngo facebook : https://www.facebook.com/deliverance.hk STAND UP STORY Can : Suet Siu Ji Yun Lit : Person who Tells Jokes d. Au Cheuk man Ng Siu Hin, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Ng Wing Sze [ SCREEN DAILY ] The film tells the story of a man who gets involved in stand-up comedy, as an emotional outlet after becoming the primary caregiver to his intellectually disabled father. MAN ON THE EDGE Can : Bin Yuen Hung Jeh Lit : Edge Walker d. Sam Wong Ming Sing Sammo Hung Kam Bo, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Richie Jen (Yam Yin Chai), Alex Fong Chung Shun, Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Ron Ng Cheuk Hei, Jerry Lamb Hiu Fung, Karena Lam Ka Yun Opening April 15 2022 in Mainland China THE GOLDFINGER AKA : ONCE UPON A TIME IN HONG KONG Can : Gum Sau Ji Lit : Gold Finger d. Felix Chong Man Keung Tony Leung Chiu Wai, Andy Lau Tak Wa, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Alex Fong Chung Shun, Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin, Philip Keung Ho Man, Ken Hung Cheuk Lap, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Catherine Chau Ka Yee, Chin Ka Lok, Dee Ho Kai Wa [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] In the 1980's, a stock market crash causes the sudden collapse of a multi-billion-dollar company. Elite anti-corruption investigator Lau uncovers a criminal conspiracy involving the company founder Ching, who built the company from the ground up. Little does Lau know that he's about to meet his match in a HK$200 million investigation that will entangle him for years to come. [ SCREEN DAILY ] the film is set in Hong Kong in the 1980s when a stock-market crash causes the sudden collapse of a multi-billion-dollar company. An anticorruption investigator uncovers a criminal conspiracy involving the company's founder, and becomes entangled in a long-running investigation. A LIGHT NEVER GOES OUT Can : Dun For Lan Shan d. Anastasia Chan Sylvia Chang (Cheung Ngai Ga), Simon Yam Tat Wa, Cecilia Choi Sze Wan, Henick Chou Han Ning TOURNAMENT 9 LUNA DRAGON Can : Gik Dau 9 Lung Yuet Leung d. Sam Leong Sing Chi Opening 2021 Trailer : https://youtu.be/_gsBE33wH3A WE CONNECT Can : Si Doi Lit : Era d. Aden Chak Ai Dun Mat Yeung Ming, Lisa Chong Sze Ming, Jacquelin Chong Sze Man, Raymond Cho Wing Lim, Glen Lee Lam Yan, Gill Mohinderpaul Singh (Kiu Bo Bo), Brian Thomas Burrell (Bui Wai Kit), Rating : IIB Length : 95 mins. CYBER HEIST AKA : DISCONNECTED AKA : DISCONNECT'D Can : Duen Mong Lit : Broken Net d. Wong Hing Fan Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Kenny Wong Tak Bun, Megan Lai Ya-Yen, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, Kathy Yuen (Tong Yi), Michael Ning (Bak Ji), Zeno Koo Ting Hin, Wiyona Yeung Lau Ching, Terrence Huang (Wong Yiu Wong) Opening 2021 Teaser : https://youtu.be/E-k_F8quEWA [ SCREEN DAILY ] A cyber security engineer develops a powerful AI program, but then has to prevent it from falling into the wrong hands. BARRACK O'KARMA Can : Gum Siu Dai Ha d. Fung Chi Keung Bosco Wong Chung Chak, Alex Fong, Eric Tsang Chi Wai, Chrissie Chau Sau Na O.C.T.B Can : Fan Hak Fung Bo d. David Lam Tak Luk Julian Cheung Chi Lam, Kevin Cheng Ka Wing [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Superintendent Lau is transferred to the O.C.T.B. and commanded to disintegrate the gang led by Yam. At the same time drug dealer Chun raises the attention of Investigator Ching from I.C.A.C. Lau and Ching decide to work together and determine to bring them to justice. Can : Chuk Sing Lit : Seven Saints d. Jingle Ma Chor Sing Andy Lau Tak Wa, Justin Wang Minghao, Elane Zong, Li Chengru NEW WORLD Can : Sai Gei Fung Bo Lit : Storm of the Century d. Danny Pang Fat Francis Ng Chun Yu, Myolie Wu Hung Yi, Eddie Cheung Siu Fai, Pavarit Mongkolpisit (Bank) Can : Sik Yun Kong Mor Lit : Human Eating Maniac d. Cheng Man Fai Gloria Wong Yung, Aki Chan Yi Man, Lau Shek Yin, Pang Sze Yin, Shum Yu SINGER AND STRANGER Can : Yum Sing Dik Nei Lit : Rebellious You d. Yip Hei Kenny Kwan Chi Bun, Cherry Ngan Cheuk Ling, Michael Ning (Bak Ji), Anthony Chan Yau, Candy Yu On On, Bella Lo (Law Chi Kiu), James Li Kin Sum DUST TO DUST Can : Dai 8 Gor Yim Yi Yun Lit : The 8th Suspect d. Jonathan Li Tsz Chun Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Da Peng, Sun Yang, Zhang Songwen 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 Wai, Michael Kwan Lai Kit, Vinci Wong Yin Chi, Connie Man Hoi Ling, Brian Yuen Chung Yeung, Rose Chan Ka Wun, Jacquelin Chong Sze Man SALVATION Can : Bit Giu Ngor "Doh Sun" Lit : Don't Call Me "God of Gamblers" AKA : BE WATER, MY FRIEND AKA : 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, Will Or Wai Lam, Alex Fong Chung Shun, Liu Kai Chi, Kenny Wong Tak Bun Trailer : https://youtu.be/rKWzFBrHkSk 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. 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 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...... 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) 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, Liu Tao, Tony Yang, Vision Wei Chen, Joyce Cheng Yun Yi, Zhang Yishang, Jin Shijia, Jiao Junyan, Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling), Stanley Fung Shui Fan, Zhang Li, Liang Jingkang, Bella Du Yuchen, Menmen Wang Jingwen, Deng Chao, Eddie Peng Yu-Yan, Zhang Yibai, Blackie Chen Chien-Chou, Hao Ping, Jiang Wenli Opening August 30 2019 in Mainland China 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 (Postponed) [ 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 proteges 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 proteges 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 ECHOES OF THE THUNDER Can : Chook Jin: Yu Mung Tung Hung Lit : Speed War: Walk With Dreams d. Tony 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) 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... PRISON FLOWERS AKA : WOMEN IN GRID Can : Nui Ji Gam Yuk Lit : Women Prison d. Lui Mei Fung Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Karena Ng Chin Yu, Gillian Chung Yun Tung, Carrie Ng Ka Lai, Jeannie Chan Ying, Toby Chan Ting Yan, Anika Xia Yan (Janelle Sing), Ashina Kwok Yik Sum, Candy Yuen Ka Man, Kelly Chan Ka Lei, Rain Li Choi Wa Rating : IIB 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... REMEMBER WHAT I FORGOT Can : Din Ying Chi Lit : Film Crazed AKA : 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, Kevin Chu Kam Yin, Wong Man Piu fb : https://www.facebook.com/BackToThePastMovie Teaser : https://youtu.be/hbvB1tzqzRo [ 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. 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. BEYOND THE SIN Can : Ngok Hung Ji Oi d. Kwok Man Ki Louis Koo Tin Lok, Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Venus Wong Man Yik, Stephanie Che Yuen Yuen, Paulyn Sun Kai Kwan, Locker Lam Ka Hei, Renci Yeung Si Wing, Angel Lam Ting, Summer Chan Chi Huen, Laring Tang Yueping, Karena Lam Ka Yan fb : https://www.facebook.com/beyondthesinmovie/ ig : https://www.instagram.com/beyondthesinmovie/ [ SCREEN DAILY ] This crime thriller follows a former police inspector who begins to suspect that his daughter's killer is still at large when more girls are found brutally murdered in Macau. YOLO d. Keian Chui Tze Yiu Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, 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... 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. WALKING IN THE DARK Can : Hak Um Jung Tung Hung d. Judy Chu Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Anita Yuen Wing Yee [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Tsz Yan, whose parents are blind and has a childhood seems no different from other children. However, as she is growing up, she realizes her life is different from her friends since she has to take care of her blinded parents, which is a great pressure for her. She wishes to study abroad and lives her own life in order to stay away from her parents. When the day finally comes, she realizes she could not easily let go of her family... GOLDEN ROBE CHAMPION Can : Gum Po Kuen Wong Lit : Golden Robe Fist King d. Yuen Kai Chi Ip Kim, Yuri Chan, Tyson Chak, Chin Siu Ho [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] This is an autobiographical movie based on the true story of famous Master Kim Ip. Kim is a extra. During the shooting of a film, inspired by a famous action star, he determines to become a boxing champion. After training with several masters, he raises from an amateur to a professional boxer. In the end, he becomes the golden robe champion. MASTER Z: THE IP MAN LEGACY 2 Can : Cheung Tin Chi 2 Max Zhang Jin [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Continue the legend of Cheung Tin Chi... [FILMART 2021 ] ONE COOL FILM UNDER CONTROL Can : Yut Sin Sun Gei Lit : A Thread Of Survival d. Siu Kwan Lai, Wing Tai Lau, Sze Pak Lam Louis Koo Tin Lok, Jessica Hester Hsuan (Suen Huen), Philip Keung Ho Man, Louis Cheung Kai Chung [ SCREEN DAILY ] A bank heist VITAL SIGN Can : Sung Yuen Toh Jung Louis Koo Tin Lok, Yau Hok Sau PERSONAL BEST Can : Yik Yau Yun Sun Lit : Walk Against Life Louis Cheung Kai Chung MEDIA ASIA THE ARCH ENEMIES (working title) d. Kam Ka Wai Length : 100 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Detective Guts is an upstanding and uncompromising old-timer at the police force, having unraveled num erous tough cases over the years through unrelenting determination and sleepless investigations . But his maverick style soon lands him in serious trouble with his new boss, a high-flyer many years his junior, who is well versed in principles and protocols but in lack of hands-on field experience. Tiger is a brainy and meticulous former master of heists recently released from jail. Although he finally regains his freedom, he realizes the world is no longer the same. His previous comrades in crime have dwindled into barely surviving street rats shunned and spurned by humanity. He decides to stage a perfect heist with his band of brothers, only to come into full-on collision with his nemesis from hell: Detective Guts. Both at the twilight of their careers, in an ever changing world increasingly at odds with their priorities and predilections, these arch-enemies must outsmart each other on pain of death for the ultimate holy grail. THE SHAOLIN TEMPLE 2 d. Ng Sze Yuen Length : 100 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] In this official follow up to Jet Li's The Shaolin Temple, a Shaolin novice monk wannabe must fight against Japanese ninjas to rescue Chinese students in Okinawa. SEPTETTE: MORE STORIES OF HONG KONG d. Frank Hui, Vicky Wong, Derek Tsang Kwok Cheung, Wong Chun, Nicole Hoi Ying Chu, Lee Cheuk Pan, Jonathan Li Length : 100 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] After unprecedentedly assembling 7 of Hong Kong's most revered directors in Septet: the Story of Hong Kong to collaborate on a film about Hong Kong, Johnnie To will reprise his role as producer in this follow-up by inviting 7 up-and-coming Hong Kong directors to look back on Hong Kong’s history from their unique perspectives. Like the previous film, each director will direct a short film on a specific decade in Hong Kong’s history. TALES FROM THE OCCULT 2 d. Frank Hui, Doris Wong, Daniel Chan Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Wong Yau Nam, Cecilia Choi Sze Wan, Kevin Chu, Karena Lam Ka Yan, Terence Lau Length : 100 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] "Rapunzel" (directed by Frank HUI) When a hair model’s tresses are sullied in a carouse, she walks into a hair salon to salvage her sole pride and joy, only to meet her most macabre end. "Cheshire Cat" (directed by Daniel CHAN) A man that is asked by an animal lover to investigate incidents of cat torture turns out to be the perpetrator himself, whose next target could be human. "Tooth Fairy" (directed by Doris WONG) The death of a philandering dentist initially suggests a crime of passion, but it soon comes to light that a patient of his might not be as innocent as she looks. TALES FROM THE OCCULT 3 d. Lee Chi Ngai, Peter Lee, Pater Wong Length : 100 mins. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] "Killing me Softly" (directed by Chi-Ngai LEE): After putting on an AR visor, a woman sees the image of his best friend, who was abducted and murdered. She determines to use this latest contraption to find the perpetrator. "Escape from the Labyrinth" (directed by Peter LEE): A man wakes up from his sleep to find himself in a huge shipyard filled with corpses, spirits, and his own dead ex-w ife. He must fight his way out of this labyrinth before too late. "Memento Mori" (directed by Pater WONG): Two close friends find themselves unappreciated in the film world despite years of dedication. When one accidentally kills the other, he finally becomes a director. UNIVERSE HIGH FORCES Can : NGAI GEI HONG SIN Lit : Crisis Flight d. Oxide Pang Chun Andy Lau Tak Wa, Zhang Zifeng, Qu Chuxiao, Liu Tao [ SCREEN DAILY ] This action thriller takes places on a plane where a former SWAT member is caught up in a mid-air hijack with hostages including his own daughter. MANDARIN MOTION PICTURES UNTITLED (Storm franchise spin-off) d. Terry Ng Kevin Cheng Ka Wing, Bosco Wong Chung Chak, Adam Pak Tin Nam [ SCREEN DAILY ] The new feature follows an anti-corruption investigator who must prove his innocence after he being suspended from duties when his father is implicated in a customs corruption case. mm2 TIME STILL TURNS THE PAGES Can : Nin Siu Yut Gei d. Nick Cheuk Yik Him Lo Chun Yip, Ronald Cheng Chung Kei, Hanna Chan, Rosa Maria Velasco (Wai Law Sa) --- [ NOW SHOWING ] 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 Rating : IIB Length : 112 MINS. Opening June 27 2019 (POSTPONED) Opening July 2021 (POSTPONED) Opening August 15 2022 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening August 25 2022 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. MOZART FROM SPACE d. Chen Sicheng Huang Bo, Rong Zishan, Yao Chen, Fan Wei, Mei Ting, Huang Jue Rating : IIA Length : 136 mins. Opening August 25 2022 ONE PIECE FILM: RED d. Goro Taniguchi Cantonese Voices: Anson Kong, Marf@COLLAR Japanese Animation Length : 116 mins. Opening August 25 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/d7dAf4thd9o [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Uta — the most beloved singer in the world. Her voice, which she sings with while concealing her true identity, has been described as "otherworldly." She will appear in public for the first time at a live concert. As the venue fills with all kinds of Uta fans — excited pirates, the Navy watching closely, and the Straw Hats led by Luffy who simply came to enjoy her sonorous performance — the voice that the whole world has been waiting for is about to resound. MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM: CUCURUZ DOAN'S ISLAND d. Yoshikazu Yasuhiko Japanese Animation Length : 109 mins. Opening August 13 2022 at MOViE MOViE anifest Opening August 25 2022 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The 15th episode of "Mobile Suit Gundam" (1979), "Cucuruz Doan's Island" has been adapted into a feature film after more than 40 years from its initial release. The story revolves around Amuro Ray, and Doan, a Zeon deserter meeting and seeing the sorrows of war. Director of the film is "Yoshikazu Yasuhiko", who was the character designer for the original "Mobile Suit Gundam" TV series. Voice acting is done by "Toru Furuya", "Toshio Furukawa", "Hideki Nakanishi", "Megumi Han", "Misato Fukuen" and more... TO MY NINETEEN-YEAR-OLD SELF Can : Cup Sup Gau Shui Dik Ngor d. Mabel Cheung Yuen Ting Length : 136 mins. Opening August 21 2022 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival [ THE 46TH HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Sparked by the demolition and reconstruction of its century old campus, Ying Wa Girls' School embarks on a project to chronicle the transformation of its students through the penetrating camera of director Mabel Cheung, its distinguished alumni. Following a group of young students since 2011, the documentary captures the trials and tribulations that go with the most turbulent decade in Hong Kong's history. An up-close and honest coming-of-age saga, with fascinating stories to tell, and personal journeys of self-discovery and realisation. TALES FROM THE OCCULT Can : Suk Hung Hung Gan Lit : Lost Balance Murderous Space d. Fruit Chan Gor (DEAD MALL), Fung Chih Chiang (THE TENEMENT), Wesley Hoi (Hui Yip Sun) (THE CHINK) Richie Jen (Yam Yin Chai), Jerry Lamb Hiu Fung, Cherry Ngan Cheuk Ling, Sofiee Ng Hoi Yan, Cecilia So Lai Shan, Kelvin Kwan Chor Yiu, Lawrence Cheng Tan Shui Peter Chan Charm Man, Paul Che Bo Law, Van Chan Rating : IIB Length : 107 mins. Opening April 29 2022 at the Udine Far East Film Festival Opening August 19 2022 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening September 15 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/pOYXJuzxhmU [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] This omnibus thriller consists of three short films about the hidden horrors that lurk behind the urban landscape of Hong Kong: "The Mall" (directed by Fruit CHAN): In the wake of a publicity event at a shopping mall, a social media influencer is spooked by paranormal sightings. It turns out that this mall was the site of a conflagration a decade ago and he happened to be a survivor among the multiple casualties. "The Tenement" (directed by FUNG Chih Chiang): While the owners of a tenement building are impatiently waiting for the imminent acquisition of their property for redevelopment, they are terrified to find a monster-looking creature standing at the corner of the stairs from morning till night. "The Chink" (directed by Wesley HOI): After witnessing as a young girl a dying man being stuck inside the chink of a wall, it took her years to get rid of the memories of his ghastly gaze. Years later, she feels his piercing gaze penetrating into the depths of her heart once again. [ SCREEN DAILY ] This psychological thriller comprises three short films from three directors about the hidden horrors that lurk behind the urban landscape of Hong Kong. BUTT DETECTIVE: SHIRIARTY + THE DREAM JUMBO SWEET POTATO CAKE FESTIVAL d. Kado Yuriko Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 74 mins. Opening August 18 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/IL2HLmZGcVo [ CINEMA CITY ] A baffling series of crimes turns out to be the work of Shiriarty, a villain who seeks to steal a mysterious treasure known as the "O-PARTS". Oshiri Tantei along with his assistant, Brown, enlist the aid of Audrey, an investigator from the international police organization Wanterpol, in an effort to prevent the "O-PARTS" from falling into the wrong hands while Shiriarty strives to plunge the world into darkness. The owner of Cafe Lucky Cat, located on the first floor of the Oshiri Tantei office, has a back injury and so he cannot do an interview and so Oshiri Tantei takes over for the day. During the interview, a huge order of food arrives by mistake. In order not to let the ingredients go to waste, Oshiri Tantei works everyone in town to make a super-sized sweet potato. EVANGELION: 3.0+1.01 THRICE UPON A TIME d. Kazuya Tsurumaki Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 155 mins. Opening August 18 2022 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] The 4th and final installment of Rebuild of Evangelion. Misato and her anti-NERV group WILLE arrive at Paris, a city now red from core-ization. Crew from AAA Wunder land on a containment tower. They only have 720 seconds to restore the city. When a horde of NERV EVAS appear, Mari’s improved EVA Unit-08 must intercept. Meanwhile, Shinji, Asuka, and Rei (provisional name) wander about Japan. ALIENOID Can : Jo Jung Gau Jin Oi Sing Yun d. Choi Dong-Hoon Ryu Jun-Yeol, Kim Woo-bin, Kim Tae-ri, So Ji-sub, Yum Jung-ah, Jo Woo-jin, Kim Eui-sung Rating : IIA Length : 143 mins. Opening August 18 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/BbKjDyU-Td8 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In the year 2022, Guard and Thunder live on Earth, managing alien prisoners who have been locked up in humans' brains. One day, a spacecraft appears in the sky over Seoul, and the police detective Moon witnesses a strange sight... Meanwhile 630 years earlier during the Goryeo Dynasty, the hapless dosa (Korean tao magician) Muruk and Ean, the so-called "The Girl Who Shoots Thunder", each scramble to outwit each other in pursuit of the mystical Divine Blade, for which a huge reward is being offered. Two sorcerers in search of the Divine Blade's secrets, Madam Black and Mr. Blue, as well as the masked Jajang, also set out on a desperate scramble to obtain the Blade. Meanwhile, a spacecraft emerges from a deep river, emitting light... Those who pursue alien prisoners locked in human bodies in the year 2022, and the sorcerers who pursue the legendary Divine Blade in the year 1391...When the door of time opens, everything becomes entangled! WHERE THE WIND BLOWS AKA : 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, Belinda Yan, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Rose Chan Ka Wun Rating : IIB Length : 143 mins. Opening April 1 2021 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival (CANCELLED) Opening August 15 2022 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival Site: https://www.hkiff.org.hk/film/getdetail?fid=935 [ 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 naivete, 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? THE NARROW ROAD Can : Jat Lo Mei Chun Lit : Narrow Road Miniscule Dust d. Lam Sum Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Chu Pak Hong Rating : IIB Length : 116 mins. Opening August 15 2022 at the Edinburgh International Film Festival Site : https://www.edfilmfest.org.uk/index.php/2022/narrow-road/08-18_14-00#booking-panel [ EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] In the early days of the pandemic, Chak, struggling to keep his cleaning company afloat, hires single mother Candy. But as the chemistry between them develops, Candy finds it hard to abandon the survival tactics of deception she’s always needed to get by. Featuring gorgeous cinematography of night-time Hong Kong and a trio of exceptional performances, The Narrow Road is a humanist charmer, sensitive to the tough reality of lives lived with no margin for error. [15] Kate Taylor [ SCREEN DAILY ] This social drama focuses on the owner of a small cleaning company who can barely make ends meet. A new hire of a young single mother helps keep his business afloat until the pandemic worsens. MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM: CUCURUZ DOAN'S ISLAND d. Yoshikazu Yasuhiko Japanese Animation Length : 109 mins. Opening August 13 2022 at MOViE MOViE anifest Opening August 25 2022 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The 15th episode of "Mobile Suit Gundam" (1979), "Cucuruz Doan's Island" has been adapted into a feature film after more than 40 years from its initial release. The story revolves around Amuro Ray, and Doan, a Zeon deserter meeting and seeing the sorrows of war. Director of the film is "Yoshikazu Yasuhiko", who was the character designer for the original "Mobile Suit Gundam" TV series. Voice acting is done by "Toru Furuya", "Toshio Furukawa", "Hideki Nakanishi", "Megumi Han", "Misato Fukuen" and more... With the success of Jaburo’s defense, Earth Federation Forces has moved its army to recapture Odesa, where Zeon’s Earth invasion headquarters are located. Amuro and White Base are on its way to Belfast for resupply before the operation. Meanwhile, White Base is given a sweep operation for enemy remnants on an island known as "Island of No Return". Amuro and his team, begin the sweep operation, however, they encounter a group of children and a Zaku that shouldn't be there. Amuro, loses Gundam while in the battle, and meets a man who calls himself "Cucuruz Doan". Can Amuro find his lost Gundam and reveal the secrets of the island? Will he be able to escape the island...? MAMA'S AFFAIR Can : Ah Ma Yau Jor Dai Yi Gor Lit : Ma Has Someone Else AKA : K Fung Bo Lit : K Storm d. Kearen Pang Sau Wai Teresa Mo Shun Kwan, Keung To, Jer Lau Ying Ting Rating : I Length : 127 mins. Opening at the Osaka Asian Film Festival 2022 Opening July 26 2022 at the New York Asian Film Festival Opening August 11 2022 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] As MEI-FUNG, housewife and former top artiste manager, unearths a new star in CHING, she also draws jealousy from her teenage son HIN. Can a single mother find a balance between her family and her career? Is her dedication driven by love or responsibility? [ SCREEN DAILY ] A former talent manager, now a single mother, discovers a new star. She has to overcome her teenage son's jealousy and find the balance between career and family. EVANGELION: 3.33 YOU CAN (NOT) REDO d. Kazuya Tsurumaki Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 96 mins. Opening August 11 2022 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] After 14 years, Shinji wakes on the battleship AAA Wunder. It belongs to WILLE, an anti-NERV organization founded by former NERV members. Shinji hears Rei's voice coming from EVA Mark.09, sent to rescue her, so he leaves Wunder and heads to NERV. Kaworu Nagisa shows Shinji the transformed land. He learns that saving Rei triggered the Near Third Impact that caused catastrophic damage to Earth. MASHIN HERO WATARU: THE SEVEN SPIRITS OF RYUJINMAUR -REUNION- Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 119 mins. Opening August 11 2022 FAR FAR AWAY Can : Yuen Lo Shan Ka La d. Amos Why (Wong Ho Yin) Kaki Sham, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Hanna Chan, Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Cecilia So Lai Shan, Crystal Cheung Man Ka Rating : IIB Length : 95 mins. Opening November 14 2021 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening December 24 2021 (Preview) Opening February 10 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening April 27 2022 at the Udine Far East Film Festival Opening May 30 2022 (Advanced Screening) Opening July 16 2022 at the New York Asian Film Festival Opening August 4 2022 Site : https://www.hkaff.asia/en/film/2021/detail/59 [ MCL CINEMA ] A 28-year-old IT geek, Hau, is a mediocre but warm-hearted introvert, and so far, he has only been in love once. Surprisingly, this year he ends up getting romantically involved with five different women. The one thing they have in common is that they all live in far flung parts of Hong Kong. After taking 5 intensive relationship courses within these 365 days, will he find "the-one"? [ HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] Indie writer-director Amos Why (Dot 2 Dot, Napping Kid) literally traveled to the far-flung corners of Hong Kong for this sweet coming-of-age romantic comedy. After years as a prominent sidekick, Kaki Shum finally gets his first crack at playing the lead. A computer- savvy Casanova to boot, with his turn as a 28-year-old I.T. geek who suddenly finds himself the object of affection for five attractive women within the same year. The quintet share virtually no similar traits except one quirky thing: they all live in remote corners of Hong Kong. Seeing our heartthrob's struggles in getting there's half the fun, though: all that travelling allows Why to offer his audience a chance to see and appreciate parts of the city they rarely get to experience. DORAEMON THE MOVIE: NOBITA'S LITTLE STAR WARS 2021 d. Yamaguchi Susumu Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 109 mins. Opening August 4 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/cJTMmISouFM [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] One day during summer vacation, a palm-sized alien named Papi appears from a small rocket that Nobita picks up. He is the president of Pirika, a small planet in outer space, and has come to Earth to escape the rebels. Doraemon and his friends are puzzled by Papi's small size, but as they play together using the secret tool "Small Light", they gradually become friends. However, a whale-shaped space battleship comes to earth and attacks Doraemon, Nobita and the others in order to capture Papi. Feeling responsible for getting everyone involved, Papi tries to stand up to the rebels. Doraemon and his friends leave for the planet Pirika to protect their dear friend and his home. EVANGELION: 2.22 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE d. Kazuya Tsurumaki Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 113 mins. Opening August 4 2022 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] Mari Makinami Illustrioous pilots Provisional Unit-05 to defeat the excavated Third Angel. Asuka Shikinami Langley and EVA-02 defeat the Seventh Angel. The Eighth Angel appears and attacks NERV HQ. EVA-03 is taken over by the Ninth Angel during testing and Shinji deploys to stop it, but learns Asuka is aboard. Gendoh switches EVA-01's controls over to the Dummy System and begins fighting EVA-03... EMERGENCY DECLARATION Can : Gung Gup Bei Gong d. Han Jae-rim Song Kang-ho, Lee Byung-hun, Jeon Do-yeon, Kim Nam-gil, Yim Si-wan, Kim So-jin, Park Hae-joon Rating : IIB Length : 141 mins. Opening August 4 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/AoF_kGQIXS8 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] 'Emergency Declaration': If an aircraft faces a potential disaster, and normal flight can no longer be maintained, the pilot calls for an unconditional landing. Veteran chief police detective In-ho receives a tip about a man threatening a terrorist attack against a plane. While investigating, he discovers that the suspect has actually boarded flight no. KI501. Despite his phobia of flying, Jae-hyuk decides to go to Hawaii for the sake for his daughter's health. At the airport, he is distracted by a strange man who hangs around, speaking to them in a menacing way. Flight no. KI501 departs Incheon Airport for Hawaii, but soon afterwards a man dies for mysterious reasons. Fear and chaos spread quickly, not only inside the plane, but also on land. Hearing this news, Transport Minister Sook-hee sets up a counterterrorism task force and calls an emergency meeting in order to find a way to land the airplane. SEPTET: THE STORY OF HONG KONG Can : Chuk Yun Lok Dui Lit : Seven Person Band AKA : OCTET: THE STORY OF HONG KONG AKA : Bak Bo Boon AKA : Eight and a Half d. Johnnie To Kei Fung (BONANZA), Tsui Hark (CONVERSATON IN DEPTH), Ann Hui On Wa (HEADMASTER), Ringo Lam Lan Tung (ASTRAY), Patrick Tam Ka Ming (TENDER IS THE NIGHT), Sammo Hung Kam Bo (EXERCISE), Yuen Wo Ping (HOMECOMING) Timmy Hung Tin Ming, Francis Ng Chun Yu, Sire Ma Choi, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Gouw Ian Iskandar (Ng King Toh), Yuen Wah, Ashley Lam Hoi Ling, Ng Wing Sze, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, Eric Tsui Ho Cheung, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Mimi Kung Chi Yan, Royce Lam Yu Hin, Chung King Fai, Cheung Tat Ming, Emotion Cheung Kam Ching, Lam Suet, Lawrence Lau Kwok Cheung, Rating : IIB Length : 111 mins. Opening October 21 2020 at the Busan International Film Festival Opening April 1 2021 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening July 28 2022 Site : https://www.hkiff.org.hk/film/getdetail?fid=937 Trailer : https://youtu.be/YSsNw4P7C0w [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] 7 of Hong Kong's most renowned directors explore the history of Hong Kong through their unique artistic visions. [ HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Johnnie To ropes in six fellow veteran Hong Kong filmmakers for this highly anticipated omnibus. Each one of the short films covers a different period in the city's recent history, including Sammo Hung's nostalgia-tinged piece about his martial arts training, the late Ringo Lam's poignant tribute to his hometown, Ann Hui's quietly moving ode to the educators, and To's dark comedy about three friends' bonanza. Shot entirely on 35mm film, this is a momentous cinematic event that no Hong Kong film fan will want to miss. PRETTY HEART Can : Sum Loi Mei d. Ng Ka Wai Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Vincent Wong Ho Shun, Hugo Goh (Ng Toi Yung), Tyson Chak Hoi Tai, Johnny Hui Pok Man, Raymond Chiu Wing Hung, Henick Chou Han Ning, Fong Kai Yin, Suen Chi Wai, Law Kar Ying, Astrid Chan Chi Ching, Lelia Chow Mei Fung Rating : IIA Length : 98 mins. Opening July 28 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/bEAWfd8Jfdg [ GOLDEN HARVEST ] Mr. K.K. Ho, is a leading "star tutor" with remarkable achievements. Lee Lung Kei, the stingy boss and principal of the cram school, regards Mr. Ho as a trump card. Chloe, a traditional high school teacher, has always tried her best in teaching. Chloe despises K.K.'s teaching methods and refers to them as deviant. The two of them give tit for tat in class. DETECTIVE CONAN: THE BRIDE OF HALLOWEEN d. Mitsunaka Susumu Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 110 mins. Opening July 28 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/45eKXKr69m8 EVANGELION: 1.11 YOU ARE (NOT) ALONE d. Kazuya Tsurumaki Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 102 mins. Opening July 28 2022 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] Scarred by the Second Impact, the Fourth Angel attacks Tokyo III and humanity's fate is left in Special Government Agency NERV's hands. Young Shinji Ikari is forced to pilot EVA-01. He and EVA-00 pilot Rei Ayanami are tasked to fight, but EVA-01 is damaged by the Sixth Angel. Misato Katsuragi draws up a plan to focus all of Japan's electricity into EVA-01's positron cannon to defeat the Angel. TOMB OF THE RIVER Can : Gong Ling d. Yoon Young-bin Jang Hyuk, Yu Oh-Seong Rating : IIB Length : 120 mins. Opening July 28 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/sOacoY8VOt4 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Gil-suk is a member of the biggest gang in Gangneung. He values peace, loyalty and following rules. But Min-suk, a young gangster from Seoul with brain and ambitionn, who's after the shares of the biggest resort in Gangneung, suddenly shows up in front of him. Their first meeting is icy, and Min-suk starts taking action to get what he wants. War ensues between their gangs... Two men with rough fates ahead of them Their story is about to begin... VIETNAMESE HORROR STORY Can : Gwai Jau Lit : Ghost Curse d. Tran Huu tan Van Trang, Huynh Thanh Truc, Le Be La, Mac Can, Nguyen Ngoc Hiep, Nguyen Huu Tien, Tran Kha Nhu, Huynh Nhu Dan, Tran Phong, Trinh Tai Rating : IIA Length : 108 mins. Opening July 28 2022 [ CINEMA CITY ] Sets the highest ticket presales record in Vietnam film industry and achieves the biggest opening weekend in 2022, this incredible movie is the first movie in the Vietnamese horror cinematic universe to be inspired by urban legends and ghost stories rumored in folklore. The 3 interwoven stories unfold the terrifying Vietnamese urban legends revolving around an ill-fated superstar behind the iconic sugarcane lady poster, a has-been circus magician worshipping the devil, and a sinister spirit trapped in an old battlefield. TABLE FOR SIX Can : Fan Hei Gung Sum Lit : Rice Drama Invades The Heart d. Sunny Chan Wing Sun Dayo Wong Tze Wa, Stephy Tang Lai Yun, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Ivana Wong Yuen Chi, Minchen Lin, Peter Chan Charm Man Opening February 1 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening April 24 2022 at the Udine Far East Film Festival Opening July 23 2022 at the New York Asian Film Festival Opening July 23 2022 (Preview) Opening September 8 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/k7BdhlOT0ME Teaser : https://youtu.be/TgfcHM8rHuM Music Video : https://youtu.be/B_RXfmvKYrE [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] "Men of the Dragon" helmer Sunny Chan directs this ensemble comedy that revolves around a family gathering gone sour. To big brother Dai, nothing is more satisfying than dining with his two younger half-siblings. But when his old flame shows up as his brother's girlfriend, kitchen nightmare strikes and it’s up to his part-time girlfriend to simmer down the situation. JUST 1 DAY Can : Cup Ngor Yut Tin Lit : Give Me One Day d. Erica Li Man Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin, Wong Cho Lam, Kaki Leung, Kathy Yuen (Tong Yi), Michelle Wai Sze Nga Rating : IIA Length : 98 mins. Opening March 7 2021 at the Dublin International Film Festival Opening June 2021 at the Udine Far East Film Festival Opening July 23 2022 Teaser : https://youtu.be/4ariqqcgCE8 Site : https://watch.eventive.org/vmdiff/play/602bbfd9e11dee0061a959de [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Mosaic, an urban sketcher suffering from ALS, reunites with Angelfish, a bank teller and his old primary school classmate, at a school function. When his condition worsens, Mosaic asks Angelfish to fulfill his one last wish: To be his girlfriend for just one day. Over the course of the day, Angelfish's appreciation of this city and of life is reignited. [ THE HOLLYWOOD REPORT FILMART ] a woman agrees to be a dying man's girlfriend for one day. 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 Rating : IIB Length : 102 mins. Opening April 2 2022 in Mainland China (POSTPONED) Opening July 8 2022 in Mainland China Opening July 21 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/vLo3Qfu0p0M facebook : https://www.facebook.com/DetectiveVS.Sleuths [ 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... [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] "Wer mit Ungeheuern kämpft, mag zusehn, dass er nicht dabei zum Ungeheuer wird." (He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster.) Jenseits von Gut und Böse: Vorspiel einer Philosophie der Zukunft (Beyond Good and Evil: Prelude to a Philosophy of the Future) Friedrich Nietzsche Hong Kong is rocked by a series of brutal murders. The victims are suspects of cold cases who have eluded arrest for many years. The group of killers, who call themselves "The Chosen Sleuths", are vigilantes who are taking justice in their own hands and openly challenging the Hong Kong police. In response, the police form a task force of their own "chosen sleuths" to stop the criminals. Jun Lee was a legend in the police force as an ace detective before the onset of his mental illness. Once nicknamed "The Chosen Sleuth", Jun now lives as a hobo on the streets after he was disgracefully dismissed from the force. To prove that he is not a lunatic, but the real "Chosen Sleuth", Jun joins the fight against "The Chosen Sleuths" to stop their elaborately laid plans. Racing against time, Jun and pregnant police detective Yee must race against time to solve cases both new and old to bring "The Chosen Sleuths" to justice. DECISION TO LEAVE Can : Fun Sau Dik Kuet Sum Lit : Determination for Breakup AKA : Po Fook Sik Fun Sau Lit : Revenge Style Breakup d. Park Chan-wook Tang wei, Park Hae-il Rating : IIB Length : 138 mins. Opening July 21 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/qPqyUmp91SQ [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Kind and polite detective Haejun is entrusted with a case of unnatural death in the mountains. While investigating the case, he meets Seorae, the dead victim's wife, and can't help but both suspect and develop an interest in her. CRAYON SHINCHAN THE MOVIE: THE TORNADO LEGEND OF NINJA MONONOKE d. Masakazu Hashimoto Japanese Animation Length : 100 mins. Opening July 21 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/YQVCD6_gH8o [ CINEMA CITY ] One day, a woman named Chiyome Hesogakure visits the Nohara family with a 5-year-old called Chinzo. Chiyome claims that she is the actual birth mother of Shinnosuke! But before Misae and Hiroshi figure out the truth, a group of mysterious ninjas come to the Nohara family and take Chiyome and Shinchan away to a Ninja Village! Chiyome tells Shinchan that there is powerful energy stored inside the Earth. To prevent energy loss from the "Navel of the Earth", descendants of the Hesogakure block it with a pure gold plug by using "Ninpo: The Art of Mononoke". The Earth will wither, and the rotation will stop if it comes off! Can Shinchan protect the future of the Earth and the "tomorrow" of his family? LEGENDARY IN ACTION! Can : Dai Hup Action! Lit : Big Hero Action! Aka : Sun Gaing Dai Hup Lit : Crazy Great Hero d. Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Li Ho Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Chen Kuan Tai, Lam Yiu Sing, Harriet Yeung Sze Man, Wiyona Yeung Lau Ching Length : 92 mins. Opening April 28 2022 at the Udine Far East Film Festival Opening July 17 2022 at the New York Asian Film Festival Site : https://www.fareastfilm.com/eng/film/legendary-in-action/?IDLYT=7505 [ UDINE FAR EAST FILM FESTIVAL ] Bill "Tiger" Cheung is a Hong Kong film director who suffered an immense career comedown. Years ago he’d won a best director trophy at the Bucheon film fest in Korea and he was riding high with promise. But an early feature flopped at the box office, investors lost interest and he became mired in shooting crummy shorts. When the chance comes to make a wuxia film for a dodgy backer, he leaps at the opportunity and gives it a shot – not for financial gain, but for deeply personal reasons. As a child, Cheung had been enthralled by the martial arts TV series Seven-Star Sword. Yet his memories of the show were soured by its sudden turn in the 30th and final episode. Star Master Dragon had been booted out for that instalment and now, decades later, Cheung still feels the show is incomplete. Studio space is booked for a remake, and through chance encounters Cheung stumbles into hiring the now elderly Master Dragon as lead actor and a beer girl without acting experience as co-star. As the production moves from minor farce to the risk of failure, and with Cheung's devotion to the film causing marital strife at home, the director must work miracles to make everything come together. CHILLI LAUGH STORY Can : Hap Ga Lat Lit : Spicy Whole Family d. Coba Cheng Chun Him Sandra Ng Kwan Yu, Ronald Cheng Chun Kei, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, Edan Lui Cheuk On, Matthew Chow Hoi Kwong, Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, Dee Ho Kai Wa, Locker Lam Ka Hei, Lo Hoi Pang, Tam Yuk Ying, Donald Tong Kim Hong Opening February 1 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening July 14 2022 Opening July 20 2022 at the New York Asian Film Festival Trailer : https://youtu.be/xQC60x_Fbbs Teaser : https://youtu.be/ZPRMeWKIZKg [ MCL CINEMA ] The COVID-19 pandemic offered white-collar workers everywhere the chance to work from home. At first, it seemed like a luxury to be able to work outside the shackles of the office, but people quickly realized that it could also drive them insane. For Coba, work-from-home has led to a daily cage match with his family. When he inadvertently learns that his mother's homemade chili sauce is a hit with his co-workers, he convinces his family to turn the chili sauce into an online business in order to divert their attention away from conflicts. However, Coba didn’t expect that the sauce would become a timely internet sensation, thanks to families eating at home more often during the pandemic. From deciding which type of bottle to use for the chili sauce, long-hidden family conflicts are on the verge of erupting again. Soon enough, the family's daily tug-of-wars become even spicier than chili sauce...... FREE! - THE FINAL STROKE - THE SECOND VOLUME d. Eisaku Kawanami Japanese Animation Length : 106 mins. Opening July 14 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/pV89zOVdCLc [ GOLDEN HARVEST ] After the first World Stage Competition, Haruka Nanase has been captive by the swimming of the Absolute Champion Alberto Volandel. He has been struggling to find the meaning of swimming, but has no way out. The path to becoming stronger is paved with adversities. Haruka puts himself through a rigorous and intensive training regiment, relentlessly devoting himself to practice. But Albert's swimming keeps replaying in his mind. What can Haruka see at the end of this struggle? URBAN MYTHS Can : Sau Yi Gwai Tam Lit : Seoul Strange Tales d. Hong Won-ki Kim Do-yoon, Bong Jae-hyun, Seo Ji-soo, SEOlA, SHOWNU, ARIN, AleXa, EXY, Oh Ryoong, Lee Minhyuk, Lee Soo-min, Lee Yul-eum, Rie Young-zin, Lee Ho-won, Jung Won-chang, Ju Hak-nyeon Rating : IIB Length : 123 mins. Opening : July 7 2022 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Composed with 10 urban tales including TUNNEL?THE WOMAN IN RED, TOOTH WORMS, NECROMANCY, THE WALL, THE CLOSET, GHOST MARRIAGE, THE GIRL IN THE MIRROR, A MANNEQUIN and ESCAPE GAMES which take you into the realm of darkness.... LOVE IS BLIND, HATE TOO Can : Ji Ming 24 Siu Si Lit : Fatal 24 Hours AKA : Man Hak Lit : Blind Scare AKA : Mang Nui Gaing Won Lit : Blind Girl Thriller d. Patrick Kong (Yip Lim Sum) Ron Ng Cheuk Hei, Kathy Yuen (Tong Yi), Poon Chan Leung, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Bob Lam Sing Bun, Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Kaki Sham, Snow Suen Wai Suet, Rating : IIB Length : 88 mins. Opening January 6 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening June 30 2022 Teaser : https://youtu.be/CHI7lYkoGeM Trailer : https://youtu.be/FWAmF0nkwLU [ CINEMA CITY ] After losing 90% of her vision in a car accident, Bo has adapting to a new life as a blind woman. While her husband is away on a business trip, a stranger enters her home and takes her hostage. As the invader puts her through a series of mental and psychological torture, Bo must rely on her wits to survive. BURNING AKA : OBSESSED Can : Fun Sun Lit : Burning Body d. Benny Lau Wai Hung Kevin Cheng Ka Wing, Dada Chan Jing, Rebecca Zhu, Helen Law Lan, Torio Wong Chi Shun, Katherine Chan Ka Sin, Kendy Cheung King Yan Rating : IIB Length : 86 mins. Opening June 30 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/xp2GS8uo8_c [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Doctor Chi leads a steady and joyful life with his son and wife, Ching, until he meets Yu in a birthday party. Yu falls in love at first sight with Chi and they have a one-night stand. Chi feels guilty for his betrayal as he is always so faithful to Ching. One day, Yu pays a visit to Chi's clinic. Chi thinks that they are about to let bygones be bygones so he does not mind to have dinner with Yu. However, Chi's behaviour gives a false impression to Yu and she thinks that Chi is interested in her. Yu believes that Chi is the destinated one and tries hard to get close to Chi's family, threatening their life...so she could be with Chi. [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] It is set in an old apartment building that has a mysterious and supernatural aura. The story follows the supernatural journeys of 10 residents, including the mysterious disappearance of a single mother's son, the strange movements of a bookstore owner, an otaku who stalks his neighbor, and the mysterious appearance of a young wife who pushes a sealed-up baby carriage. CHARACTER d. Akira Nagai Masaki Suda, Fukase, Mitsuki Takahata, Shido Nakamura, Shun Oguri Rating : IIB Length : 126 mins. Opening June 30 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/VcWh-PISHf8 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Reality and fiction clash in demented ways in this serial killer thriller by award-winning advertisement director Akira Nagai. Reuniting with Nagai after his maniacally fun performance in Teiichi: Battle of Supreme High, Japanese cinema's "It Boy", Masaki Suda, reveals his dark side as Keigo, a talented illustrator who is way too nice to write a villain in his comics. After witnessing the death of a family at the hands of a terrifying murderer, Keigo draws the murderer into his comic 34 and ends up creating a runaway hit. Co-starring Shun Oguri as a police detective chasing the serial killer, Character is a hair-raising chiller packed with unpredictable twists. PRIOR CONVICTIONS Can : Chin For Jeh d. Yoshiyuki Kishi Kasumi Arimura, Shizuka Ishibashi, Hayato Isomura Rating : IIB Length : 134 mins. Openng June 13 2022 (Preview) Opening June 30 2022 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Kaya has worked as a probation officer for 3 years, she finds her job rewarding. But one client, Makoto, an ex-murderer, suddenly disappears around the time that the police are investigating a series of murders committed by a mystery man. DEEMO MEMORIAL KEYS Can : Ying Sik Suen Leuk -Nei Tan Jau Dik Kam Sing, Ji Gum Ying Joi Wui Heung- Lit : Cherry Melody -the piano music you played is still echoing now- d. Junichi Fujisaku, Shuhei Matsushita Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 88 mins. Opening June 30 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/TBqH6u3tKeo [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Alice, a taciturn and withdrawn girl, attracts everyone's attention with her piano. But something changes in her heart after she meets Sania and Rosalia. At the same time, a little girl falls from a window located high in Deemo's castle. Although she loses her memory, she somehow knows the name Deemo. She also meets Mirai, Nutcracker, and Fragrant Sachet in the castle. To cultivate a sacred tree by the melody of piano so that the girl can leave the castle, they decide to collect sheet music all over the castle. While they are looking for sheet music, the girl meets Masked Lady. What is the relationship between them? [ 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 Opening December 2021 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. 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 (POSTPONED) [ 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? 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 April 2020 (POSTPONED) 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... TWELVE DAYS Can : 12 Yut d. Aubrey Lam Oi Wa Stephy Tang Lai Yan, Edward Ma Chi Wai Length : 89 mins. Opening October 27 2021 at the 18th Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening April 23 2022 at the Udine Far East Film Festival fb : https://www.facebook.com/film.Twelvedays Site : https://www.hkaff.asia/en/film/2021/detail/57 [ HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] In 2000, screenwriter Aubrey Lam made her directorial debut with Twelve Nights, a heartrending romantic drama that unravels a doomed relationship over a dozen episodes. Two decades later, Lam offers up another searing dissection of modern romance with this long-awaited thematic continuation. Like Twelve Nights, Twelve Days depicts 12 scenes of a tumultuous marriage, from its blissful beginning through its bitter collapse. On day one, Jeannie and Simon seem to have the makings of a perfect marriage, but the following 11 vignettes reveal the various conflicts, both big and small, that slowly eat away at their bond. Love may build a marriage, but Twelve Days shows that reality can just as easily shatter it. THE DISHWASHER SQUAD Can : Sai Woon Tin Tuen Lit : Dish Washing Heavenly Team AKA : Dai Sun Yi Lit : Big Business AKA : Dai Project d. Toni Shum Shek Yin Dior Cheng Yi Kin, Richie Jen (Yam Yin Chai), Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Poon Chan Leung, Will Lee Ho Hin, Wayi, Kenneth Cheung Moon Yuen, Buber Mak Wing Nam, Anita Chui Bik Ka, Bonnie Xian (Sin Sik Lai), Charmaine Lee Si Yan, Wong Jing Man, Length : 100 mins. Opening September 27 2012 at the Asian Pop Up Cinema Opening October 28 2021 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Site : https://www.asianpopupcinema.org/dishwasher Site : https://www.hkaff.asia/en/film/2021/detail/60 [ HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] After seeing yet another of his ham-fisted start-ups go belly up, slacker-scion Kuen is lured by his best friend, Lun, to buy up a dishwashing business. When they realise the deal's a scam, they decide to pull a quick one too: they sign up mentally disabled people to the payroll to pocket subsidies from the government. But with the help of a tenacious social worker, this motley crew thrive thanks to their compassion and a lot of hard work. Scriptwriter Toni Shum Sek-yin's directorial debut is an inspiring fact-based tale about the importance of giving everyone a chance to be their best selves. Acting together for the first time, Cheng and Jen make a winning team in this breezy local comedy. [ ASIAN POP UP CINEMA ] Chan Shi Kyun and Yu Chi Lun have been long time friends . They recklessly bought a dishwashing factory on the cheap but discover that the business is in a financial ruin and has no employees while existing contracts must be honored at the risk of financial penalty. To solve their problem, they decided to hire through a social worker so they will be eligible "special social enterprise" government subsidy in this crowd-pleasing comedy. (windowsonworlds.com) SHADOWS Can : Chan Ying Hung Gan Lit : Ruined Shadow Space d. Glenn Chan Chi Man Stephy Tang Lai Yun, Philip Keung Ho Man, Tse Kwan Ho, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Ling Man Lung, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, BabyJohn Choi Hong Yik, Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Philip Ng Won Lung, Wong Sze Nga, Rating : IIB Length : 94 mins Opening October 31 2020 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening December 18 2020 (POSTPONED) Opening December 20 2021 The 44th Hong Kong International Film Festival Site: https://bit.ly/hkiff44fullprog [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A social worker commits suicide after killing his family, but he fails and behaves madly in the hospital. Ching, a forensic psychiatrist with special power that can see into people's subconscious space performed an appraisal of him. She finds a voice in his subconscious space inducing him to do all kinds of cruel acts. Ching investigates the social worker's last visited psychiatrist, Doctor Yan. She suspected that he is the voice that taught the patient to kill! Ching asks Crime Unit Sergeant Fat to investigate. Due to patient confidentiality, Ching cannot provide any evidence. When the second murder case happens, Fat investigates Ching's childhood and reveals her traumatized past. Fat begins her question her justice and her motivation...... [ THE 44TH HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] With the mystical power to delve into people's subconscious, Ching, a psychiatrist, discovers that a social worker is compelled by an inner voice to kill his family and commit suicide. Suspecting his former psychiatrist, Ching collaborates with a cop to investigate, which leads to a revelation from her own traumatized past and casts a doubt over her motivation. In his first big-screen adventure, Glenn Chan delivers an exceptional psychological crime thriller that explores the dichotomy of good and evil urking in our shadows. POKEMON THE MOVIE: KOKO d. Tetsuo Yajima Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 100 mins. WE ARE FAMILY Can : Chook Jo Ga Yun Lit : Family For Rent d. Benny Lau Wai Hang Eric Tsang Chi Wai, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Catherine Chau Ka Yi, Tian Niu, Yeung Chin Yau, Shek Sau, Angela Hui Ching Wan, Alex Fong Lik Sun, Eugina Lau Mei Guen, Elly (Ai Nei), Leung Oi Opening July 16 2022 at the New York Asian Film Festival [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] "Rent-a-Family" specializes in offering family and friends for rent. The company consists of Carlos, the founder; Catherine, the drama coach; and Chi Kwong, the passionate small-time actor. Carlos and Catherine disapprove of Chi Kwong's overwhelming care for their clients, but they begin to rethink the meaning of "Rent-a-Family" when they see the results of Chi Kwong’s kindness... DEATH NOTICE Can : Um Sat Fung Bo Lit : Assassination Storm AKA : DEATH NOTIFY AKA : 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, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Ray Lui Leung Wai, Philip Keung Ho Man, Danny Chan Kwok Kwan, Timmy Hung Tin Ming, Pakho Chau, Babyjohn Choi Hong Yik 6 Wing (Lok Wing), Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Length : 100 mins. Opening December 2019 (POSTPONED) Opening December 9 2021 (POSTPONED) Opening March 31 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening July 28 2022 (POSTPONED) Trailer : https://youtu.be/KJkRLYQgTu4 [ 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. SOCIAL DISTANCING AKA : SOCIAL DISTANCE Can : Din Ji Ling d. Gilitte Leung Bik Chi Gladys Li Ching Kwan, Angus Yeung Tin Yue, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Zeno Koo Ting Hin, Mimi Kung Chi Yan, Kevin Chu Kam Yin, Paco Wong Hing Nam, Moss Wu (Ng Chi Mak), Lee Li, Max Cheung Tat Lun, Rating : IIB Length : 99 mins. Opening January 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening July 11 2022 at the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival Site : https://www.bifan.kr/eng/program/program_view.asp?pk_seq=6244&sc_category_seq=5020&sc_num=1&actEvent=view [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Cherry is a typical internet-obsessed woman who spends her days on her phone. After seeing a warning about an "e-ghost" in YouTube, she encounters numerous strange occurrences that force her to believe its existence. When the "e-ghost" takes control of her family, she must reach into the demons in her memories to free herself of the demon in her phone. TOKYO REVENGERS d. Tsutomu Hanabusa Takumi Kitamura, Yuki Yamada, Ryo Yoshizawa, Yosuke Sugino, Mio Imada Rating : IIB Length : 119 mins. Opening January 20 2022 (POSTPONED) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Takemichi Hanagaki leads a dead-end life in a run-down apartment while working part-time at a job for a younger manager who treats him like an idiot. Then one day, he learns that a girl he used to date during his hooligan days in middle school, Hinata Tachibana, and her brother, Naoto, have been murdered by the Kanto area's most illainous hoodlums, Tokyo Manji. The very next day, Takemichi is standing on a train platform when he is suddenly pushed onto the tracks. But instead of dying, Takemichi is transported ten years into the past where he is reunited with Hinata's younger brother, Naoto. "10 years from now, Hinata and you will be killed" he tells Naoto, thus altering the future. Hinata still doesn't survive, but Naoto does, becoming a police detective. Returning to the present day, Takemichi recruits Naoto's help in returning to the past to crush Tokyo Manji and save his Hinata's life once and for all. All Takemichi needs to do to travel through time is to shake hands with Naoto in either the present or the past. But to save Hinata and break free from a life of running away, Takemichi must take on Kanto's most powerful syndicate, the Tokyo Manji gang! NEW KUNG FU CULT MASTER 1 Can : SUN YI TIN TOH LUNG GEI JI GAU YEUNG SUN GUNG d. Wong Jing , Keung Kwok Man Raymond Lam Fung, Janice Man, Yun Qianqian, Sabrina Qiu, Tsui Kam Kong, Alex Fong Chung Shun, Raymond Wong Ho Yin, Rebecca Zhu, Lok Ying Kwan, Jade Leung Jung, Tin Kai Man, Lam Tze Chung, Derek Kwok Ching Hung, Louis Fan Siu Wong, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Donnie Yen Chi Tan, Chen Zhan, Wilfred Lau Ho Lung, Ken Hung Cheuk Lap Opening January 28 2022 in Singapore Opening January 31 2022 online in Mainland China [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber have set off numerous bloodbaths and carnage in the kungfu world. Wudang master Zhang Cuishan lives in the Shangri-La Ice and Fire Island with his family, away from the dissension and bloodshed. Twelve years later, they were ambushed when returning to Wudang for the 100-year-old birthday celebration of his master Zhang Sanfeng. Their young son Zhang Wuji was orphaned. A secret power tries to instigate the Big Six Sects to annihilate the Ming Sect. Wuji shows up to rescue, eventually emerges as Lord of Ming Sect. The Big Six Sects are attacked one after another, Wuji sets off for Dadu for rescue. Everyone around Wuji has their own plot. His perspective of good and evil have switched. Shall he trust the princess of the Yuan Empire Zhao Min, the master of Emei Sect Zhiruo or the holy lady of the Ming Sect Xiaozhao? LOVE SUDDENLY Can : Fut Yin Sum Dung d. Mak Ho Bong Roxanne Tong Lok Man, Karena Ng Chin Yu, Edward Ma Chi Wai, Adam Pak Tin Nam, Anson Kong Yip Sang, Michael Ning (Bak Ji), Chloe So Ho Yi, Shirley Chan Yan Yin Trailer : https://youtu.be/XXwfWDvdf5Y ig : https://www.instagram.com/movie_lovesuddenly/ Opening February 1 2022 (POSTPONED) BLUE ISLAND Can : Yau Wat Ji Doh Lit : Depression Island d. Chan Tze-woon Length : 95 mins. Opening at the International Film Festival Rotterdam Bright Future Site : https://iffr.com/en/expanded/2022/films/blue-island [ INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ROTTERDAM ] Although the Chinese government promised that Hong Kong would retain separate status until 2047, in recent years the Chinese state has consolidated its power over the metropolis. Large-scale protests by the populace have been brutally suppressed. This mix of documentary, fiction, and visions of the future reveals the current state of desolate depression among the people of Hong Kong. "A desperate attempt to capture the final moments of a sinking island", as maker Chan Tze-woon himself puts it. In four chapters, Chan looks back at previous moments of resistance and revolution on the island: in 1967, 1973, and 1989. He shows how the activists of then are faring now. Some still burn with righteous fire, while others are disillusioned or have been bought off by the system. The past is presented in fictional scenes, with today's activists playing those of yesteryear. As one of the young demonstrators observes of her predecessor: "All the hardships he endured seem to be repeating in our generation." BACK HOME Can : Chut Yuet Fan Gwai Lit : July Return d. Nate Ki (Tse Ka Kei) Anson Kong, Bai Ling, Tai Po, Tam Yuk Ying Opening August 11 2022 (POSTPONED) ONE WEEK FRIENDS d. Gavin Lin Shen Yue, Zhao Jinmai, Lin Yi, Wang Jia-Hui Opening August 11 2022 THE SPARRING PARTNER Can : Jing Yi Wai Long Lit : Justice Cloister d. Ho Cheuk Tin Yeung Wai Lun, Mak Pui Tung, Louisa So Yuk Wa, Jan Lamb Hoi Fung, Michael Chow Man Kin, Xenia Chong Wan Ching, Length : 135 mins. Opening August 30 2022 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival [ THE 46TH HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Adapted from a sensational real-life case in 2013, the intricate story begins when a young man partners with his friend to murder and dismember his parents. Pleading not guilty, the defense attorneys soon turn on each other, as the defendants play the devil and idiot game. Meanwhile, heated debates emerge inside the jury room, where nine jurors grapple with the truth. Crafting a complex, multi-layered narrative with surprising twists and turns, Ho Cheuk-tin sets himself a formidable challenge in this directorial debut. POMPO: THE CINEPHILE d. Takayuki Hirao Japanese Animation Cantonese Voices: Jessica Chan Yee Chun, KidNey (Hui Yin), MC $OHO (So Chi Ho), Length : 94 mins. Opening July 30 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening September 1 2022 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Nominated for the Best Animated Feature – Independent at the 49th Annie Awards, this anime adaptation of the manga Eiga Daisuki Ponpo-san tells a tale of cinema that only this medium can. In a movie capital called Nyallywood, Gene dreams of becoming a film director and works as an assistant to the famous film producer Pompo. One day, he spots a new script written by Pompo and says to her that he would like to see it in the cinema soon. "If you'd like to see it, go direct it yourself," says Pompo. Gene finally gets his opportunity to direct his debut film. SUNSHINE OF MY LIFE Can : Yut Lo Tung Hung d. Judy Chu Fung Han Kara Wai Ying Hung, Hugo Goh (Ng Toi Yung), Karena Ng Chin Yu, Angus Yeung Tin Yue, Janis Chan Bui Yi Opening September 2021 (POSTPONED) Opening March 31 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening April 26 2022 at the Udine Far East Film Festival Opening September 15 2022 [ SCREEN DAILY ] In this family drama, the young protagonist wants to get away from her blind parents at all costs, but when the opportunity comes, she realizes that she cannot cut all ties with them. LAAL SINGH CHANDDHA d. Advait Chandan Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor Opening September 18 2022 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] In 1994, Robert Zemeckis' Forrest Gump became an Oscar-winning smash hit, charming audiences around the world with its story of a simple man whose goodness improves the lives of all he meets. Its story has lost none of its power. Arguably, its message of kindness has never been more important. That story is given a new spin by legendary Bollywood actor Aamir Khan in Laal Singh Chaddha, the realisation of a long-held dream. SILENT PARADE d. 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The usual suspects : Internet Movie Database, Yahoo! Hong Kong Erors : ye olde chaffing editor For the week ending Sunday August 21 2022 10 BUTT DETECTIVE: SHIRIARTY + THE DREAM JUMBO SWEET POTATO CAKE FESTIVAL d. Kado Yuriko Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 74 mins. Opening August 18 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/IL2HLmZGcVo [ CINEMA CITY ] A baffling series of crimes turns out to be the work of Shiriarty, a villain who seeks to steal a mysterious treasure known as the "O-PARTS". Oshiri Tantei along with his assistant, Brown, enlist the aid of Audrey, an investigator from the international police organization Wanterpol, in an effort to prevent the "O-PARTS" from falling into the wrong hands while Shiriarty strives to plunge the world into darkness. The owner of Cafe Lucky Cat, located on the first floor of the Oshiri Tantei office, has a back injury and so he cannot do an interview and so Oshiri Tantei takes over for the day. During the interview, a huge order of food arrives by mistake. In order not to let the ingredients go to waste, Oshiri Tantei works everyone in town to make a super-sized sweet potato. 9 CHILLI LAUGH STORY Can : Hap Ga Lat Lit : Spicy Whole Family d. Coba Cheng Chun Him Sandra Ng Kwan Yu, Ronald Cheng Chun Kei, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, Edan Lui Cheuk On, Matthew Chow Hoi Kwong, Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, Dee Ho Kai Wa, Locker Lam Ka Hei, Lo Hoi Pang, Tam Yuk Ying, Donald Tong Kim Hong 8 ALIENOID Can : Jo Jung Gau Jin Oi Sing Yun d. Choi Dong-Hoon Ryu Jun-Yeol, Kim Woo-bin, Kim Tae-ri, So Ji-sub, Yum Jung-ah, Jo Woo-jin, Kim Eui-sung Rating : IIA Length : 143 mins. Opening August 18 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/BbKjDyU-Td8 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In the year 2022, Guard and Thunder live on Earth, managing alien prisoners who have been locked up in humans' brains. One day, a spacecraft appears in the sky over Seoul, and the police detective Moon witnesses a strange sight... Meanwhile 630 years earlier during the Goryeo Dynasty, the hapless dosa (Korean tao magician) Muruk and Ean, the so-called "The Girl Who Shoots Thunder", each scramble to outwit each other in pursuit of the mystical Divine Blade, for which a huge reward is being offered. Two sorcerers in search of the Divine Blade's secrets, Madam Black and Mr. Blue, as well as the masked Jajang, also set out on a desperate scramble to obtain the Blade. Meanwhile, a spacecraft emerges from a deep river, emitting light... Those who pursue alien prisoners locked in human bodies in the year 2022, and the sorcerers who pursue the legendary Divine Blade in the year 1391...When the door of time opens, everything becomes entangled! 7 NOPE d. Jordan Peele Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, Steven Yeun, Michael Wincott, Brandon Perea 6 EMERGENCY DECLARATION Can : Gung Gup Bei Gong d. Han Jae-rim Song Kang-ho, Lee Byung-hun, Jeon Do-yeon, Kim Nam-gil, Yim Si-wan, Kim So-jin, Park Hae-joon 5 EVANGELION: 3.0+1.01 THRICE UPON A TIME d. Kazuya Tsurumaki Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 155 mins. Opening August 18 2022 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] The 4th and final installment of Rebuild of Evangelion. Misato and her anti-NERV group WILLE arrive at Paris, a city now red from core-ization. Crew from AAA Wunder land on a containment tower. They only have 720 seconds to restore the city. When a horde of NERV EVAS appear, Mari’s improved EVA Unit-08 must intercept. Meanwhile, Shinji, Asuka, and Rei (provisional name) wander about Japan. 4 BULLET TRAIN d. David Leitch Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Bryan Tyree Henry, Andrew Koji, Hiroyuki Sanada, 3 DORAEMON THE MOVIE: NOBITA'S LITTLE STAR WARS 2021 d. Yamaguchi Susumu Japanese Animation 2 FAR FAR AWAY Can : Yuen Lo Shan Ka La d. Amos Why (Wong Ho Yin) Kaki Sham, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Hanna Chan, Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Cecilia So Lai Shan, Crystal Cheung Man Ka 1 MAMA'S AFFAIR Can : Ah Ma Yau Jor Dai Yi Gor Lit : Ma Has Someone Else d. Kearen Pang Sau Wai Teresa Mo Shun Kwan, Keung To, Jer Lau Ying Ting ------ Summaries for some of the films above. Some contain SPOILERS BUTT DETECTIVE: SHIRIARTY + THE DREAM JUMBO SWEET POTATO CAKE FESTIVAL d. Kado Yuriko Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 74 mins. Opening August 18 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/IL2HLmZGcVo [ CINEMA CITY ] A baffling series of crimes turns out to be the work of Shiriarty, a villain who seeks to steal a mysterious treasure known as the "O-PARTS". Oshiri Tantei along with his assistant, Brown, enlist the aid of Audrey, an investigator from the international police organization Wanterpol, in an effort to prevent the "O-PARTS" from falling into the wrong hands while Shiriarty strives to plunge the world into darkness. The owner of Cafe Lucky Cat, located on the first floor of the Oshiri Tantei office, has a back injury and so he cannot do an interview and so Oshiri Tantei takes over for the day. During the interview, a huge order of food arrives by mistake. In order not to let the ingredients go to waste, Oshiri Tantei works everyone in town to make a super-sized sweet potato. EVANGELION: 3.0+1.01 THRICE UPON A TIME d. Kazuya Tsurumaki Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 155 mins. Opening August 18 2022 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] The 4th and final installment of Rebuild of Evangelion. Misato and her anti-NERV group WILLE arrive at Paris, a city now red from core-ization. Crew from AAA Wunder land on a containment tower. They only have 720 seconds to restore the city. When a horde of NERV EVAS appear, Mari’s improved EVA Unit-08 must intercept. Meanwhile, Shinji, Asuka, and Rei (provisional name) wander about Japan. ALIENOID Can : Jo Jung Gau Jin Oi Sing Yun d. Choi Dong-Hoon Ryu Jun-Yeol, Kim Woo-bin, Kim Tae-ri, So Ji-sub, Yum Jung-ah, Jo Woo-jin, Kim Eui-sung Rating : IIA Length : 143 mins. Opening August 18 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/BbKjDyU-Td8 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In the year 2022, Guard and Thunder live on Earth, managing alien prisoners who have been locked up in humans' brains. One day, a spacecraft appears in the sky over Seoul, and the police detective Moon witnesses a strange sight... Meanwhile 630 years earlier during the Goryeo Dynasty, the hapless dosa (Korean tao magician) Muruk and Ean, the so-called "The Girl Who Shoots Thunder", each scramble to outwit each other in pursuit of the mystical Divine Blade, for which a huge reward is being offered. Two sorcerers in search of the Divine Blade's secrets, Madam Black and Mr. Blue, as well as the masked Jajang, also set out on a desperate scramble to obtain the Blade. Meanwhile, a spacecraft emerges from a deep river, emitting light... Those who pursue alien prisoners locked in human bodies in the year 2022, and the sorcerers who pursue the legendary Divine Blade in the year 1391...When the door of time opens, everything becomes entangled! MAMA'S AFFAIR AKA : K Fung Bo Lit : K Storm Rating : I Length : 127 mins. Opening at the Osaka Asian Film Festival 2022 Opening July 26 2022 at the New York Asian Film Festival Opening August 11 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/bLNcvaR-pXw [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] As MEI-FUNG, housewife and former top artiste manager, unearths a new star in CHING, she also draws jealousy from her teenage son HIN. Can a single mother find a balance between her family and her career? Is her dedication driven by love or responsibility? [ SCREEN DAILY ] A former talent manager, now a single mother, discovers a new star. She has to overcome her teenage son's jealousy and find the balance between career and family. DORAEMON THE MOVIE: NOBITA'S LITTLE STAR WARS 2021 Rating : I Length : 109 mins. Opening August 4 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/cJTMmISouFM [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] One day during summer vacation, a palm-sized alien named Papi appears from a small rocket that Nobita picks up. He is the president of Pirika, a small planet in outer space, and has come to Earth to escape the rebels. Doraemon and his friends are puzzled by Papi's small size, but as they play together using the secret tool "Small Light", they gradually become friends. However, a whale-shaped space battleship comes to earth and attacks Doraemon, Nobita and the others in order to capture Papi. Feeling responsible for getting everyone involved, Papi tries to stand up to the rebels. Doraemon and his friends leave for the planet Pirika to protect their dear friend and his home. EMERGENCY DECLARATION Rating : IIB Length : 141 mins. Opening August 4 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/AoF_kGQIXS8 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] 'Emergency Declaration': If an aircraft faces a potential disaster, and normal flight can no longer be maintained, the pilot calls for an unconditional landing. Veteran chief police detective In-ho receives a tip about a man threatening a terrorist attack against a plane. While investigating, he discovers that the suspect has actually boarded flight no. KI501. Despite his phobia of flying, Jae-hyuk decides to go to Hawaii for the sake for his daughter's health. At the airport, he is distracted by a strange man who hangs around, speaking to them in a menacing way. Flight no. KI501 departs Incheon Airport for Hawaii, but soon afterwards a man dies for mysterious reasons. Fear and chaos spread quickly, not only inside the plane, but also on land. Hearing this news, Transport Minister Sook-hee sets up a counterterrorism task force and calls an emergency meeting in order to find a way to land the airplane. FAR FAR AWAY Rating : IIB Length : 95 mins. Opening November 14 2021 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening December 24 2021 (Preview) Opening February 10 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening April 27 2022 at the Udine Far East Film Festival Opening May 30 2022 (Advanced Screening) Opening July 16 2022 at the New York Asian Film Festival Opening August 4 2022 Site : https://www.hkaff.asia/en/film/2021/detail/59 [ MCL CINEMA ] A 28-year-old IT geek, Hau, is a mediocre but warm-hearted introvert, and so far, he has only been in love once. Surprisingly, this year he ends up getting romantically involved with five different women. The one thing they have in common is that they all live in far flung parts of Hong Kong. After taking 5 intensive relationship courses within these 365 days, will he find "the-one"? [ HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] Indie writer-director Amos Why (Dot 2 Dot, Napping Kid) literally traveled to the far-flung corners of Hong Kong for this sweet coming-of-age romantic comedy. After years as a prominent sidekick, Kaki Shum finally gets his first crack at playing the lead. A computer- savvy Casanova to boot, with his turn as a 28-year-old I.T. geek who suddenly finds himself the object of affection for five attractive women within the same year. The quintet share virtually no similar traits except one quirky thing: they all live in remote corners of Hong Kong. Seeing our heartthrob's struggles in getting there's half the fun, though: all that travelling allows Why to offer his audience a chance to see and appreciate parts of the city they rarely get to experience. CHILLI LAUGH STORY Rating : IIA Length : 91 mins. Opening February 1 2022 (POSTPONED) Opening July 14 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/xQC60x_Fbbs Teaser : https://youtu.be/ZPRMeWKIZKg [ MCL CINEMA ] The COVID-19 pandemic offered white-collar workers everywhere the chance to work from home. At first, it seemed like a luxury to be able to work outside the shackles of the office, but people quickly realized that it could also drive them insane. For Coba, work-from-home has led to a daily cage match with his family. When he inadvertently learns that his mother's homemade chili sauce is a hit with his co-workers, he convinces his family to turn the chili sauce into an online business in order to divert their attention away from conflicts. However, Coba didn’t expect that the sauce would become a timely internet sensation, thanks to families eating at home more often during the pandemic. From deciding which type of bottle to use for the chili sauce, long-hidden family conflicts are on the verge of erupting again. 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LOS ANGELES Atlantic Time Square SAN FRANCISCO Mercado BOSTON Boston Common NEW YORK AMC Empire 25 CANADA VANCOUVER Silvercity Riverport TORONTO Yonge and Dundas Cinema Cineplex Cinema Markham and VIP --- DETECTIVE VS SLEUTHS https://www.fandango.com/detective-vs-sleuths-228562/movie-overview Opening July 22 2022 in the U.S. and Canada UNITED STATES LOS ANGELES Regal Irvine Spectrum ScreenX, 4Dx, IMAX, RPX and VIP AMC Atlantic Times Square 14 AMC Puente Hills 20 AMC Orange 30 AMC DINE-IN Ontario Mills 30 AMC Burbank 16 DUBLIN CA Regal Hacienda Crossings IMAx, ScreenX and RPX SACRAMENTO CA Regal UA Laguna Village SAN FRANCISCO CA AMC Metreon 16 OAKLAND CA AMC Bay Street 16 SAN JOSE CA AMC Mercado 20 AMC Eastridge 15 SAN DIEGO CA AMC UTC 14 AMC Mission Valley 20 Regal Edwards Mira Mesa IMAX, 4DX, and RPX SEATTLE WA Regal Meridian and 4DX AMC Pacific Place 11 Las Vegas NV Regal Village Square AMC Town Square 18 EUGENE OR Regal Valley River Center and IMAX HOUSTON TX AMC Fountains 18 AMC Gulf Pointe 30 DALLAS TX AMC DINE-IN Garpevine Mills 30 AMC The Parks At Arlington 18 DENVER CO AMC Westminster Promenade 24 NEW YORK NY AMC Empire 25 AMC Jersey Garden 20 Regal Tangram 4DX SYRACUSE NY Regal Destiny USA IMAX, 4DX and RPX BOSTON AMC Boston Common 19 CHICAGO AMC River East 21 ATLANTA GA AMC Sugarloaf Mills 18 Regal Hollywood @ North I-85 CARY NC Regal Crossroads and IMAX - Cary CHARLOTTE NC AMC Concord MIlls 24 DURHAM NC AMC CLASSIC Durham 15 DETROIT MI AMC Star Great Lakes 25 CHERRY HILL NJ AMC Cherry Hill 24 PITTSBURGH PA AMC Waterfront 22 MINNEAPOLIS-ST. 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