From: NO TOP TEN CENTRAL Newsgroups: alt.asian-movies,soc.culture.hongkong.entertainment Subject: [TAKE OVER] HKSAR Film No Top 10 Box Office (April 17 2025) Organization: Chaffing Heart Club (TM) The following publication contains material that might be objectionable to some readers. Parental guidance and reader discretion are advise [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. Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun who celebrates his birthday on April 23rd B. Johnnie To Kei Fung who celebrates his birthday on April 2nd C. Moses Chan Ho who celebrates his birthday on April 16th 2. MISCELLANEOUS * (2025/04/23) The 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards Ceremony would be held at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre on Sunday (the 27th). The Best Actress race has been intense. Winning six Best Actress awards with THE LAST DANCE (POR. DEI YUK), Michelle Wai Sze Nga has been considered the favorite; she has confidence to win the prize, quoting that as her on screen father Michael Hui Koon Man: the most important is to enjoy the scenery along the way. MONTAGES OF A MODERN MOTHERHOOD (FU DUK BUT)'s Hedwig Tam Sin Yin expressed that her role carried the film from beginning to end, showing the character's suffering from taking care of a baby while working after giving birth. Whether she would win the award, it would depend on the voters' taste. ALL SHALL BE WELL (CHUNG GUM YI HAU)'s Patra Au Ga Man has been regarded as a dark horse. She believed that the award was difficult to control, and considered her natural performance as the advantage. The new generation actress Natalie Hsu (Hui Yan Yi) was happy to be nominated for LAST SONG FOR YOU (GAU BIT CHUNG FUNG) and did not mind being an also-ran. THE WAY WE TALK (HONG NGOR GUM TIN JUM MOR SUET)'s Chung Suet Ying last year won the Golden Horse Best Actress award, would she be able to continue further? With a box office of more than HK$ 160 million in Hong Kong and Macau, THE LAST DANEC received 18 nominations at this year's Hong Kong Film Awards. Lead actress Wai Sze Nga would compete for the Best Actress title as the favorite. Earlier she has been crowned six times with this film, including the Huading Award, the Asia-Pacific Film Festival, the Golden Flowering Award at the New Era International Film Festival, the Macao International Film Festival, the Hong Kong Film Directors' Guild of the Year Award and Chicago's Asian Pop Up Cinema film festival. Wai Sze Nga admitted that she was confident about winning the Hong Kong Film Awards Best Actress for the first time, but she was not too excited. She agreed with what her on screen father Hui Koon Man said in the film: live in the moment and enjoy every moment; she was also grateful for all the people and events she ran into so far since THE LAST DANCE's release, all of which have been a type of experience. She has received a lot of positive energy. She said, "I don't think I'm the favorite, I don't feel pressure neither. If I win I owe it to the whole team, because the success of a film depends on the whole and not just on individual strength. The role of Kwok Man Yuet is so difficult to grasp, especially her complex inner world; it is very different from my personality and family background. I like to express love, so it is difficult to understand Kwok Man Yuet's feelings in this regard. I have been looking for a long time, 'father' Hui Koon Man and 'brother' (Tommy) Chu Pak Hong have helped me a lot. We are still a family in private." She believed that all the nominees would have equal opportunities, only there have been different discussions in the outside world. They are all good friends. She felt that colleagues should encourage each other, be happy for everyone for encountering a good role, and for their efforts to be seen. Wai Sze Nga said that THE LAST DANCE has brought her a lot, including awards, work, plus the audience appreciation experience and attending different film festivals. Life has become fulfilling, but time flew quickly. She really wanted to slow down a bit so she could savor every feeling, whether good or bad, happy and lost. She said, "I have been in the industry for 17 years and have never thought about giving up, but I have questioned what I lack; what I haven't done as well as the others to keep directors from casting me. For awhile I was very lost, because I liked acting too much I was able to persist. I hope to have more performance opportunities in the future. Of course I hope to participate in the comedy that Hui Koon Man and (Dayo) Wong Tze Wah have planned to star in. It would be the best to win them over to make READY O/R KNOT 3 (BUT YUT SING FUN 3). I also want to get a taste of the theater stage." MONTAGES OF A MODERN MOTHERHOOD's Tam Sin Yin felt lucky to be nominated for the Hong Kong Film Awards Best Actress after only 9 years in the industry. THe former model said, "I never thought that I would be an actor. I think it's amazing, I have the opportunity to perform in MONTAGES OF A MODERN MOTHERHOOD and am even nominated. Time and opportunity enabled me to encounter this role of 'Suk Ching', and I was able to master it. The role went from beginning to end, with more performance time; which I could say would be my advantage. The most satisfying were the argument scene Siuyea (Lo hun Yip) and the phone call in the bathroom scene. Although there were only a few lines of dialogue, they were enough to show the character's postpartum state and finding no outlet to release her emotions." She won the Best Actress at the Hong Kong Film Critics Awards for MONTAGES, but said that she was not confident of keep the momentum going because many female films have been nominated this year. The roles were three-dimensional and had a lot of room to play. Whether she would win or not, it would depend on the voters' tastes. The entire competition is strong. Winning the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Supporting Actress with SUK SUK in 2020, Au Ga Man would compete for the Best Actor Hong Kong Film Award with ALL SHALL BE WELL. She said that she was both happy and surprised, but the award was difficult to control. She has already done her best, the nomination was already an award for me. As for being regarded as a dark horse, she said that did not matter. "Among the opponents, I have only seen Wai Sze Nga's THE LAST DANCE. The other nominees have to act well to be nominated, fortunately my performance is natural enough, unlike acting for the sake of acting. The role of "Wong Chi Ying" when compared to SUK SUK was more difficult to grasp, because there were more scenes and larger emotional ups swings. I often performed to the point of frowning, but the director told me not to frown as much as possible. I knew that the director liked Yasujiro Ozu's way of acting, so I followed this acting method." Switching from the stage to film, Au Ga Man said that she never thought that she would have such good results. She was older, but still had many opportunities to perform. She even had the opportunity to participate in different film festivals to meet different audiences, which has benefited her a lot. She felt that the experience in the past few years has been very fantastic. Hui Yan Yi debuted 5 years ago was. Nominated for her first role in the Hong Kong film LAST SONG FOR YOU (GAU BIT CHUNG FUNG), she said that it was a great encouragement; but she still had room for improvement, especially in terms of articulation. "I have made two films that both spoke Mandarin in the mainland before. When I returned to work in Hong Kong and speak dialogue in Cantonese, I had to adapt anew. In addition during the filming I was too focused on my own performance that I neglected to communicate with my co-stars. Sometimes the performance was lacking, but I was not brave enough to ask the director for another take. I would like to thank elders Fala Chen and (Karena) Lam Ka Yan for their encouragement." She did not mind being considered an also-ran, feeling that whoever wins would deserve to as all the nominees have performed quite well. She would sincerely be happy for them. "If I didn't know Chung Suet Ying, I really would think that she has worn hearing aids since she was two or three years old. Tam Sin Yin has great control of her emotions and state, and her performance is very daring. Wai Sze Nga uses different ways and levels to express an emotion. Sister Ga Man's performance has an accurate rhythm, which is worth learning from." * (2025/04/23) The Hong Kong film industry is in a cold winter. Hong Kong people traveled during the Easter holiday, which has seriously affected the box office as it fell by more than 60% in comparison with last year. Yesterday, the Hong Kong Box Office Co., Ltd. announced the box office for the Easter schedule (April 18th-21st), with a total box office of $13,476,058 in Hong Kong and Macau (Hong Kong accounting for $12,675,957). When compared with the total box office of $38,363,241 in the same period last year (Hong Kong accounted for $36,848,880), the drop was 64.87% (Hong Kong box office fell 65.6%). The operating environment of Hong Kong cinemas continued to be difficult. The highest box office of the Easter season was the Hollywood movie A MINECRAFT MOVIE, which collected $3,075,475 (Hong Kong and Macau box office) in 4 days. In second place was the animated film FLOW, and WARFARE was in third. Hong Kong film PEG O' MY HEART (SHOOK MUNG) and THE LAST DANCE (POR. DEI YUK) extended version ranked 4th and 5th respectively, with PEG O' MY HEART fetching $1,244,159 and the latter $1,154,524. * (2025/04/23) Jo Koo (Kok Cho Lam) has been nominated for the Hong Kong Film Awards Best Supporting Actress for the first time with the movie PAPA. She said that she never thought of being nominated. The story was mainly based on "PAPA" Sean Lau Ching Wan, so she did not feel that she was "demoted" from the lead to the supporting actress. She even pointed out that because of PAPA, she has blazed a path for country woman roles. She said that several roles required her to speak country dialect, which was very interesting. The movie PAPA has received 11 nominations at this year's "Hong Kong Film Awards", including Best Film, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best New Performer, etc. Among them Best Supporting Actress Koo Cho Lam and Dylan So were nominated for the first time. Kok Cho Lam said that she has not thought about being nominated, after finding out she was nervous and happy. "I have no manager and no big company. Under this situation I was still nominated, which meant that every vote is out of sincerely liking my character. I reminded myself not to let the nomination affect me, and I look forward to walking the red carpet as a family. It would be the best if the whole family (on screen husband Lau Ching Wan and son So Man To) would be able to win awards." Kok Cho Lam won the "Best Supporting Actress" at the "2024 Hong Kong Film Directors' Guild Annual Awards", which is known as the "Hong Kong Film Awards warm up race". It was her first film award in the 27 years since she entered the industry, and she has immediately become a favorite for supporting actress this year. So Man To was only 16 years old when he filmed PAPA. Now he is already an adult and majoring in English education at the Education University of Hong Kong. He admitted that he has thought that he would be nominated for the Hong Kong Film Awards Best New Performer, but he was not too confident. "Ian (Chan Cheuk Yin) and Marf (Yau Yin Tung) are both artists who are already in the business. I am just an ordinary student. To be nominated with them after making just one movie, it just doesn't feel practical. It's a like dream." After the release of PAPA, Kok Cho Lam joked that she had many offers of characters who spoke country dialect. "If it's a pretty girl role of course it's good, but now I seem to have blazed a trail for country woman roles. Maybe because of PAPA everyone thinks I am suitable to be a country woman. I don't mind, I even thinks it's pretty fun." * (2025/04/23) Aaron Kwok Fu Sing (Sing Sing) attended the cognac brand event as a spokesperson yesterday. Jeannie Chen Ying and Grace Chan Hoi Lam also attended the event in support. For the Hong Kong Film Awards this Sunday, the ROB N ROLL (LUM SI GIP ONG) "Best Actor" nominee Sing Sing said that he will definitely attend. He had a normal attitude about winning the award or not, but he must have confidence. Regarding the Hong Kong Film Awards ceremony this Sunday, he said that he would definitely participate as a Best Actor nominee but he would not bring his family to attend. Was he confident about winning the award? He said, "I have been an actor for many years. I understand that I must have confidence, but it can't be excessive. I keep a normal state of mind about winning awards or not, and I will continue to work hard." In terms of work, he revealed that he has just finished filming a new movie in Xian, in which he played a decoration company general contractor and even had to collect debts. It was a profession and role that he has never been exposed to, and he found it interesting; he also had some new scripts in contact and still being screened. In July he would relaunch the remaining seven concerts in Macao, after which he would complete the three-year collaboration with Macau. Then he would have to prepare for a new mainland concert tour in September. In addition, when Wong Jing talked about the Four Great Heavenly Kings on an online channel, he more than just praised Sing Sing but he criticized Keung To on social media; Sing Sing thanked him for his praise first, but did not comment on other things because he has not paid attention. * (2025/04/22) Philip Ng Wan Lung was nominated for the "Best Supporting Actor" at the Hong Kong Film Awards for the first time with TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: WALLED IN (GAU LUNG SING JAI JI WAI SING). He described the feeling of learning about the nomination as "a dream come true". After years in the business, he felt that his career was built step by step. He said that the other nominees all had excellent acting skills. He would not see them as competition rivals. He was already very happy to receive the nomination. In the future he would continue to use kung fu to tell the story in film. The 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards will be held at the Cultural Centre on the 27th of this month. Louis Koo Tin Lok and Ng Wan Lung were both nominated for "Best Supporting Actor" for TWILIGHTS OF THE WARRIORS: WALLED IN. The former played the honorable and loyal Walled City boss, and the latter's villainous character was wild and arrogant. Ng Wan Lung is an action actor who has slowly established his acting career from stuntman. He never thought that the first Hong Kong Film Award nomination would be from an acting category. He was very surprised but did not feel that it came too late. He was grateful to be recognized, and frankly admitted that the other candidates are all powerful actors. He is already happy to be nominated. "Wong Gau" had a prominent role, and Ng Wan Lung's performance was impressive. He did not shy away from saying that he has brought him a lot to his surprise. The entire TWILIGHT team only wanted to make a good movie at first, but they never expected this achievement. "I felt like I had made an idol drama. I never thought that Wong Gau would be so popular. Once I was promoting with (Raymond) Lam Fung in a shopping center and saw a lot of fans. I told him that I had never seen anything like this. Even Cheang Pou-Soi questioned why this movie would be so successful, exceeding everyone's expectations. I think some things come by accident, with the right time, the right place, the right people. When all aspects are properly coordinated, and now is the effect of the collision." Speaking of the average results of STUNTMAN (MO TAI DOH) after that, Ng Wan Lung did not feel disappointed. He pointed out that the two different styles could not be compared. STUNTMAN was a new director directed low-budget production, which was considered a success. Want a win-win situation Ng Wan Lung after his contract with Wong Jing ended set up his own production company. He said that finding funds was very difficult at the beginning. "Even if there are 100 Nos, it doesn't matter; the most important thing is one Yes. After Wong Gau was released, now talking about stories with people are indeed easier. (Pragmatic?) It's the same in every industry, I don't blame them. In addition film production is a business. Investors of course want to get a return on their money. I can get investors confidence and do what I want to do, which is a win-win situation." * (2025/04/21) 4 years after her debut, Natalie Hsu (Hui Yan Yi) has been nominated for the "Best Actress" at the 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards for the movie LAST SONG FOR YOU (GAU BIT CHUNG FUNG). She admitted that she was very lucky and grateful, but she has not felt the pressure. She felt that during the performance she was mainly learning and she has never thought about receiving a nomination. Regarding the competition for the "Best Actress" award, Natalie said, "After finishing this film, I have gained a lot. I even have a nomination! This is instead the state of mind." She laughed and said that she was surprised when she learned that she was competing for "Best Actress". She was in the company at the time, and she was in the bathroom during the announcement of the nominees. Although she heard many colleagues shouting, she still did not believe that she was a part of it. Because she did not want to have too many expectations and she was worried that she would be disappointed, she would treat it normally. "My colleague said, 'You have been nominated!' I was stunned and took 3 or 4 days for me to digest it. Now looking back I feel it was so dreamy!" Speaking of this year's "Best Actress" nominations that included MONTAGES OF A MODERN MOTHERHOOD (FU DUK BUT)'s Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, THE WAY WE TALK (HONG NGOR GUM TIN JUM MOR SUET)'s Chung Suet Ying, THE LAST DANCE (POR. DEI YUK)'s Michelle Wai Sze Nga and ALL SHALL BE WELL (CHUNG GUM YI HAU)'s Patra Au Ga Man. In the face of strong opponents, Natalie bluntly said that each actress has her own merits. Anyone who would win the award would feel worthy of it, and she would sincerely be happy for the other party. "Tam Sin Yin's performance in MONTAGES OF A MODERN MOTHERHOOD is so bold and generous. Because I have played the role of an unwed mother and I have never done this kind of role before, I know how difficult it is; after watching Chung Suet Ying's film, I would really think that she is a girl who has been wearing a hearing aid since she was two or three years old; Wai Sze Nga in THE LAST DANCE has many levels in an emotion. I really like her voice. Even in her tantrum scene, I would think that her voice sounds great; I think Au Ga Man's timing is worth learning from. Especially in such a major role, she really has to grasp the rhythm of each scene!" Speaking of her co-star Ian Chan Cheuk Yin's Best New Performer nomination for LAST SONG FOR YOU, Natalie laughed and said that she would be happy when she would see him happy. "I sent a message to Ian that day to say 'Congratulations!' He almost copied and pasted 'Congratulations!'" We have told the audience appreciation team that whoever would win would treat us to dinner!" Having worked with many senior actors, Natalie who had part in the Nick Cheung Ka Fai written, starred and directed new film PEG O' MY HEART (SHOOK MUNG), praised Ka Fai's good taste in fashion. "The month in production was very rough. I didn't have time to think about anything else either. On the set I felt like I just woke up! However Ka Fai was still like he was on the catwalk, even his glasses are well coordinated!" * (2025/04/21) Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Renci Yeung Sze Wing and Locker Lam Ka Hei yesterday promoted the movie SMASHING FRANK (DOH POR FAT LAN HAK) and distributed balloons to the public. Many passerby asked them for one and they were all gone very quickly. Tam Sin Yin, Lam Ka Hei and Yeung Sze Wing all said that this was the first time they gave away gifts to passerby. Tam Sin Yin admitted that she was worried that it might be embarrassing before hand, did she receive any rejection? She joked, "No, I only had to stare to them." Due to the heat yesterday, Lam Ka Hei said that he was worried that he would sweat before hand. Yeung Sze Wing pointed out that because the balloons she had were given away very quickly, she felt embarrassed instead for standing on the streets with nothing to do. When asked whether Tam Sin Yin, who was nominated for the Hong Kong Film Awards "Best Actress", would take the opportunity to campagin for votes? She pointed out that the Hong Kong Film Awards were industry insiders voted, but she felt that a new award could be added for the public to vote on. She also joked that due to differences of opinion with her manager, she has not yet decided on what to dress tothe awards ceremony had not yet been decided. "My manager thinks what I wear is too covered up, I feel that it doesn't cover up enough. So I still haven't found anything yet." Speaking of reports that Yeung Sze Wing's boyfriend Owen Cheung Chun Long would deliberately avoid his Taiwanese co-star Peggy Ji when filming the new drama. Yeung Sze Wing joked, "If it was me I wouldn't avoid her!" Then she deliberately changed the subject again, saying that her family still has not watched SMASHING. Would she consider her boyfriend as a family member? Lam Ka Hei immediately spoke up to save her, as he came forward to ask Cheung Chun Long to show his support. Lam Ka Hei was asked about his girlfriend Marf Yau Yin Tung's Best New Performer and Best Original Film Song Hong Kong Film Awards nominations for her film BLOSSOMS UNDER SOMEWHERE (GEI LIU YUT JING GOR CHUN TIN), he said that he has confidence in his girlfriend all the time. * (2025/04/21) Best Actress Anita Yuen Wing Yee and Malaysian goddess Miko Wong Jie Kee played mother and daughter in the movie OMG! MOM'S BIG NEWS (OMG! AH MA YAU HEI). Yuen Wing Yee pointed out that Miko was an "otaku", who would only go home or work out after work. She also revealed that during the shoot she "turned" her bad to drink! Yuen Wing Yee (Lan Lan) and Wong Jie Kee (Miko) appeared at the Malaysian movie OMG! MOM'S BIG NEWS Easter preview screening yesterday. Calvin Choy Yat Chi and his wife, Rebecca Zhu Lichen and Cheung Tat Ming came to support Lan Lan's new film. Lan Lan in the film this time played an older pregnant woman. During the performance she had to dress according to her age and even perform without make up. Lan Lan said, "As Ma at home I have no reason to be in full makeup, the character needs me to be in it." Wong Jie Kee in the film constantly played Cosplay. Would she ask "Ma" Lan Lan to play along? She joked, "I want to, but Ma can't!" Lan Lan corrected her, "Her Cantonese is limited. Only my character is rather strict and put a lot of restrictions on young people. If she is late returning home I would lock the gate. Because of that she wouldn't ask Ma to play, but we would often exchange verbal jabs!" Lan Lan referred to her on screen daughter Miko in the film from time to time would talk back to her, like to go out to play and come home very late. Yet in reality she was completely the opposite, revealing Miko is an "otaku"! Lan Lan said that after she finished a full day of work, she would occasionally stay to discuss the performance of the day or the details of the next day's shoot. Yet Miko would pick up her backpack and leave every time. "At first I thought she was seeing someone, but actually she was going home or going to work out. That's how I found out that this girl is quite an 'otaku'!" Lan Lan said that after that she began to "make trouble" for Miko, deliberately asking her to stay. Since then Miko has been leaving late, and would accompany them to drink and chat. In addition to the "daughter", Lan Lan also turned her on screen husband Chan Fong bad, asking him to drink together and chipping in money to bet on sports and buy lottery tickets. She said that only such a relationship would be harmonious, then they were like a real family during the whole promotion period. Speaking of her earlier Putuo Mountain hike with her husband Julian Cheung Chi Lam, their fingers were tightly interlocked throughout the whole process. She joked that she was just afraid of falling or getting separated. She also revealed that her husband was making good progress after surgery to deal with the gallstone problem, but he should pay attention to his eating habits to effectively reduce the chance of recurrence. "If he is too stubborn, then he would be in pain for another 7 hours." Would she supervise him? She said, "I would remind him a little, talking about it all the time would be annoying. I don't want him to think that the old lady is so annoying, so I would toss him a sharp look as a reminder!" As for Miko, she knew that she was dubbed "counterfeit Lin Minchen" online. Did she think they were similar? She smiled and said that to each its own, and that she was relatively new to the media. It would not be a bad thing if this title could make her known by more people. Lan Lan immediately praised her answer as very respectable. She joked, "If I knew how to talk like this back then, I wouldn't have offended so many people. Her family really taught her well!" * (2025/04/21) Angela Yuen Lai Lam was admitted to the hospital with a high fever a few days ago and was absent from the opening ceremony of the "49th Hong Kong International Film Festival". After being discharged from the hospital, she immediately had a "revenge" fun. In addition to going to Cha Chaan Teng for her regular orders, she also went to the movies with her friends and even watched 3! As this year's Hong Kong International Film Festival ambassador, Angela is full of pasion for films. Immediately after recovering from her illness, she went to the cinema. In order to watch three movies in one breath she needed a strategy. She shared on social networks, "It is just like a city hunt, you must know that which route is the fastest, the most ruthless and accurate. For example it is a big mistake to go from Exit H of Tsim Sha Tsui Station, and the elevator from Exit R is the one that goes straight to the 7th floor. You only have half an hour to transfer to the City Hall at Central? Exit G of the Central Station, you can speed walk it in 30 minutes. If you have two hours of free time, you will be able to eat comfortably. With only one hour you will have to rely on fish balls and siu mai for your own blessings." She believed that the limit of watching a movie would be 3 a day, and it is important not to watch too much. "Watching 3 movies in a day without distraction will make you fall in love with film. Watching 4 will make you hate it. The line is there, don't cross the line." * (2025/04/20) Tin Kai Man attended the screening of the Stephen Chow Sing Chi directed and starred movie SHAOLIN SOCCER (SIU LUM JOOK KAU) the night before, and then shared with the audience the unforgettable and interesting stories from the shoot. He said that playing the third brother in SHAOLIN SOCCER was the most painful and hard work in his film career. Because in the film he was invulnerable, he was still unharmed after being besieged and beaten. Actually his ribs were injured and fasciitis appeared and the doctor advised him to rest for a few days, but when the director Sing Yeh found out he still acted like it was nothing, and still continued to ask him to shoot the beaten scene and made him miserable. Another director Lee Lik Chi after finding out suggested for him to beat up Chow Sing Chi to alleviate his rage and even said that the brothers would help. Tin Kai Man said, "This of course never happened. Lee Lik Chi seemed to be setting me up. He like the head abbot is very petty. Please no one say I revealed the secret." Tin Kai Man said that Chow Sing Chi has been highly demanding, for one simple shot he could try several dozen takes. Chan Kwok Kwan's goalkeeper scene took over 37 takes. "Back then Chan Kwok Kwan originally was to play a gangster, later he was changed to play the goalie fourth brother. However Sing Yeh also has his uniquely sharp eyes. He ignore the entire team's objection and insisted on putting Jeung Bau (Ho Man Fai) in the movie, saying the role was definitely his and his alone. Who knew that Jeung Bau had no stage fright at all in several scenes, finishing them in one take. Maybe it was because he was playing himself." Years later, the new film Sing Yeh has prepare for a long time, WOMEN'S SOCCER, has already begun production in Shenzhen. The lead actresses have not yet been officially announce. Tin Kai Man earlier revealed Sisley Choi Si Bui was one of them, and that Chow Sing Chi was in negotiation with a high caliber female star who he has worked with many years ago. If successfully, the audience would be very surprised. Tin Gai refused to reveal the details. "I have given Sing Yeh phone numbers of many people in the business. He would personally contact them, but I am not at liberty to talk about the list." As for Cheng Chung Kei's rumored marital changes with his wife Sammie Yu Sze Man, last week he appeared at family court. He supposedly was handling the divorce case in a closed door hearing. Tin Gai said that he did not know anything and Ronald has not brought it up. He admitted that due to Cheng Chung Kei's divorce rumor, the scheduling of the film ATONEMENT (AH LUNG)'s release has added concerns. "Whether the film would postpone its release, for now I am still not sure. Ultimately I worry that during the film promotion, the media would only focus on Cheng Chung Kei's family affair instead of the movie. More or less it would have an effect. I dare to say, the entire team and Cheng Chung Kei have put a lot of effort into making ATONMENT. His performance is quite a great surprise, after watching it he would open many eyes. * (2025/04/20) The Nick Cheung Ka Fai written, directed and starred new film PEG O' MY HEART (SHOOK MUNG) , after 3 weeks in release its box office has exceeded HK$ 10 million yuan and the results have been steadily rising. Ka Fai teamed up his good brother in the film Lee Hoi Yin (Julius Brian Siswojo) to continue thanking the audiences during the Easter holiday, during which Ka Fai even sang the theme song ETERNAL INSOMNIA while dancing to appear in front of the audience. Cheers arose from the crowd. Some viewers complimented Ka Fai on his singing and asked when he would perform a concert? Ka Fai joked, "Soon, I have already filed the papers!" Earlier, a short video of Ka Fai patiently admonishing fans was circulated on the Internet. Afterwards he was praised for his sincerity and love for his fans, he is a good example for today's artists. Ka Fai said, "Whether it is for supporting me or my films, I thank you very much! Actually that fan didn't do any harm that day. At the time I didn't want him to be emotional all of a sudden, so I thought it would be better if I stopped and talked to him, so I talked to him just like that." * (2025/04/20) The annual film event "Hong Kong Film Awards" will be held at the end of this month, and the competition for "Best Supporting Actor" this year has been quite fierce. Nominated for his role "Wong Gau", Philip Ng Wan Lung faced strong competition from Louis Koo Tin Lok, Paul Chun Pui and others. He stated that he would not think too much, and would properly enjoy the nomination process. He revealed that he fainted due to giving his all in a fight scene, but no one noticed. Co-star Raymond Lam Fung even thought that he used "method acting", which was funny and poignant! "The 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards" will be held at the Tsim Sha Tsui Cultural Centre on the 27th of this month, this year's "Best Supporting Actor" could be called the "Group of Death". The competition between actors of the same film alone was already very exciting. TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: WALLED IN (GAU LUNG SING JAI JI WAI SING)'s Ng Wan Lung challenged Best Actor Koo Tin Lok, THE LAST DANCE (POR. DEI YUK)'s Tommy Chu Pak Hong and Chun Pui also have their supporters. Although LAST was considered to have better odds, the battle remained rather ferocious! Ng Wan Lung recently talked about the extraordinary strength of the supporting actor nominees this time. He had to compete with TWILIGHT's investment boss and actor Koo Tin Lok, what did he think? Philip joked, "I know that everyone must have some substance to be nominated. Nominated, I feel it is a certain recognition too. Like Ma says, when you reach a level you have to properly enjoy the stuff of that level. Don't give yourself too much pressure. When making a movie you have to enjoy the filmmaking process. When the film is released, if the audience likes it then enjoy that recognition. Nowadays, I thank the Lord for the nomination, and enjoy the nomination process." As for his good brother Lam Fung's Best Actor nomination, Ng Wan Lung of course hoped that he would win. However he understood that awards were under the influence of many factors, the most important was not to give yourself pressure. Philip played the exaggerated, cold-blooded and murderous "Wong Gau" in TWILIGHT, which won a lot of praise. He has miraculous power to protect the body in the film, and could be said to be fighting from beginning to end. He bluntly said that the crew's action demands were very high this time. Getting injured on action film productions has always been easy, fortunately he was not seriously injured. However he revealed that he fainted from fighting. "It is the last scene, Ah Him (Terrance Lau Chun Him) stabbed me with a knife. The usual response to being stabbed was to hold my breath. At the time I knelt from the stab, actually I was out of it. I fainted and didn't move for a whole minute. When I woke up I even thought did I mess up the shot? Lam Fung saw that I was fine and said that he thought I was method acting, haha! He pointed out that he fainted at the time because the shoot took a very long time that day. In addition he had to remove his shirt, he wanted to stay in shape so he deliberately drank and ate less. During the shoot he was not at his best. Working with TWILIGHT director Soi Cheang Pou Soi, Philip admitted that he was a fan. "I already felt that he was so energetic and bold in handling the roles when he made the movie DOG BITE DOG (GAU AU GAU). I really wanted to participate in his work." He pointed out that in the first two meetings, he has not been assigned any role. The director said that he wanted to get to know him first. "We talked about the action director stuff. He said that he would make a movie soon. Because we haven't worked together before, he said that Hong Kong new martial art action actors could be counted in one hand and wanted to see if we would be able to collaborate. At the third meeting he gave the role of 'Wong Gau' to me." He understood that casting was very important, so audition took time. He has also heard that he was not the first choice, but he did not felt that was important. He really enjoyed the production process. Philip has been busy with work for many years and rarely talks about relationships. He pointed out that he was not young anymore, of course he wanted to enter another stage of his life, get married and have children; but a good marriage was hard to find, and he has not met it yet. What was his criteria for choosing a mate? He immediately joked, "I hope she is pretty, pretty, and pretty!" Then he said, "The most important thing is to be kind. Appearance is important too, but the most important thing is that the personalities complement each other first." He joked that Mommy no longer urged him to get married, but he hoped to give her a grandchild. He said, "Actually I have been trying to get to know girls inside and outside the circle in the past few years. (Has there been any development?) For a very short time, it was amicable. Usually they would know that I want to have a long-term companion, and hope that everything is compatible. So when I know we aren't too compatible, being friends is better." * (2025/04/20) This year's Hong Kong Film Awards "Best Supporting Actress" category has not been as fierce as "Best Supporting Actor". However many online claimed that the battle would be between Emperor Motion Picture THE LAST DANCE (POR. DEI YUK)'s Rachel Leung Yung Ting and Rosa Velasco (Wai Law Sha). Rachel thought that this year would be quite difficult to choose, because she has worked with her opponents Stephy Tang Lai Yan and Maggie Li (Lee Lam Lam) before. She felt that all of them were very good actors. She joked, "If we can break the tradition, all 5 winning together would be the best." Winning the "Best Supporting Actress" award last year, Rachel bluntly said that she has not thought about the problem of repeating and was calm about the award. She also revealed that she voted for her co-star Wai Law Sha. Rachel benefited a lot from the filming of LAST, especially thanks to director Anselm Chan Mou Yin for wanting her to try "winging it". "The director very attentively taught me. Usually when dealing with roles, I would do a lot of research; but on the contrary he told me not to do a lot of homework. As soon as I changed into a costume and entered the mortuary, I should feel with my heart what the role should do. This was a good experience, which let me know the possibilities of being an actor. Everything comes from the heart, and this also reflects that the director believes in me. I am so grateful to him." Rachel's acting skills have always been appreciated by many people in the circle. Tang Lai Yan, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, and others have publicly praised her. Rachel felt very lucky, having met many good co-stars; because she went go all out every time she acted, she was unable to leave the role when I first got into the industry and affected the relationship with her family. Fortunately, as she got older and had more acting experience, she knew how to bid farewell to the "role". * (2025/04/20) Emperor Motion Picture THE LAST DANCE (POR. DEI YUK)'s Tommy Chu Pak Hong and Paul Chun Pui have been regarded onlie as this year's Hong Kong Film Awards Best Supporting Actor favorites. Chu Pak Hong said earlier that he played the role of Namo Master "Kwok Chi Bun" in LAST, which was the most flesh-and-blood role he has ever encountered since entering the industry. Being able to perform in the film was a very satisfying experience. He joked, "I have already put a lot of money into my pocket." He felt very lucky to be a part of it! Among the nominees for supporting actor, Chun Pui was the most qualified. He has won the Hong Kong Film Awards "Best Supporting Actor" twice, he bid farewell to his old friend at the funeral scene of LAST, with a cup of tea and a look he already stole the scene. He was expected to win the award for the third time. He rested in Canada earlier, and played in the snow with his daughter Lesley Chiang Lai Man to relax before the race. * (2025/04/19) Guy group P1X3L member George Au Chun Ho made his debut in the movie VALLEY IN THE SHADOW OF DEATH (BUT SEH JI JUI). He played the role of "Ah Lok", a young rapist who has been released from prison after completing his sentence. He took advantage of Good Friday to promote the movie, pretending to be a "sinner", lifting the giant cross alone, first walking slowly on the busy streets of Causeway Bay, then taking off his shoes when he went to Mong Kok and Tsim Sha Tsui. Barefoot, he lowered his head and carried the cross silently, occasionally "getting into character" and showing painful expressions. George walked barefoot for about 15 minutes, attracting the curious eyes of many passers-by, including foreign tourists, to take pictures. George's fans accompanied their idols along the way. After completing the "Road of Atonement", the soles of his feet were stained and blackened, but he was not injured. He was not worried about his actions being questioned as taking advantage and upsetting the Christians. When George was interviewed, he still answered media questions in the tone of his character "Ah Lok", saying that he was deeply sinful. Even if he imitated Jesus to go to the Way of the Cross, it was still not enough. He predicted that for the next promotion he may try crucifiction, but he would still be dressed. As the character he said, "I felt a little strange in the process, and I was very unaccustomed to it. However I didn't pay much attention to the eyes of others. I didn't consider that the bottom of my feet might be injured. After all, I did something wrong. The pastor is very busy and didn't come today (yesterday). I am not the only one he wants to help." George revealed that as the character, he interacted on social platforms with people online; he also said that when the new film would be officially released, he would continue to imitate the characters to attend the audience appreciation events. He said that with too many performances, his thinking would also become confused. Recently, online rumors claimed that P1X3L, which he formed with Phoebus Ng Kai Yeung and Marco Yip Chun Wan, would be disbanded. George said that he had no idea. Earlier, ERROR member Denis Kwok Ka Chun (193) participated in the basketball game. While scrambling for the ball, he was suspected of injuring his waist. George who also played in the game praised 193 for his performance. "Everyone who played on the court put a lot of effort into the game, 193's injury was unexpected. Maybe he was too focused, and he injured it unconsciously. I hope his pelvis was okay." * (2025/04/19) Sammo Hung Kam Bo, Philp Ng Wan Lung and director Soi Cheang Pou-Soi were guests of the ViuTV program THE POPCORN SHOW. Ng Wan Lung and Hung Kam Bo had a fight scene in TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: WALLED IN (GAU LUNG SING AI JI WAI SING). The former said that the pressure was not too great, and recalled that he fought with Hung Kam Bo for the first time in the movie NAKED SOLDIER (JUET SIK MO HEI) not long after entering the industry. He was nervous that he did not perform well, and he needed Hung Kam Bo's help to complete the action. Hung Kam Bo has principles in filming. When he was an actor, he must follow any requirements of the stunt coordinators unless he was uncomfortable with something. Because he iwas an action director and director, he would respect the staff of each position. When he was a stunt coordinator, he had to clearly understand the skills and strengths of each team member, before assigning what kind of action scenes each person would be responsible for. He also said that action movies were not worth the effort. For many awards the chances action films have would be very few, but action movies have been able to sell all over the world. He said, "Dramatic films win awards, best director, best film, best whatever, but they can't be sold out in the world. I wonder if I have gotten into the wrong profession and whether I should make more dramatic films!" He admired all the crew of action movies. They have put in a lot of hard work but do not get even a little comfort in return. Hung Kam Bo shared the highly difficult experience of filming an action movie. When filming THE LIFE OR SALE (MAI MING) in South Korea, he had to jump off a 60-foot-high mountain; but there were only 6 cardboard boxes and a floor mat at the bottom of the mountain. He dared to do it at that time, because there was sand nearby. He thought that he would vomit blood at most. Finally he was kicked by the lead 3 times in a row before jumping down, and he happened to fall on the cardboard boxes. * (2025/04/19) The film ALL SHALL BE WELL (CHUNG GUM YI HAU)'s stars Patra Au Ka Man and Maggie Li (Lee Lam Lam) won "Best Actress" and "Best Supporting Actress" at the 24th San Diego LGBTQ Film Festival, and won the "Teddy Award" at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival. This time they were able to compete for Best Supporting Actress and Best Actress at the 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards. Lee Lam Lam was nominated this time and she felt that she has answered for her acting career. Having won the "Best Supporting Actress" award, Au Ga Man joked that if she could collect a set of course it would be the best. Competing for "Best Supporting Actress", Lee Lam Lam admitted that she has not performed on screen for more than 30 years. She never imagined that she would have the opportunity to be nominated for the film this time. She said, "I really don't dare to hope to win the award, but I think that being able to have the chance to be nominated, my 60 years in this industry have not been in vain. I can finally answer to myself a little." Which fellow nominee did she feel optimistic about? She said, "As far as the supporting actress nominees are concerned, every one of them has done their best and put in a lot of effort. They are also dedicated to this business, dedicated and happy to work! Now since voters have permitted then to be nominate, we all have a chance." Speaking of her husband John Chiang Dai Wai winning the Hong Kong Film Award for "Best Supporting Actor" for the movie IN BROAD DAYLIGHT (BAK YUT JI HA), would she like to win the "Best Supporting Actress" to be on par with him? Lee Lam Lam joked, "Since I have been nominated, I am of course very happy and encouraged to receive the award. In addition we would be able to put the awards together, it's a good suggestion." As for Au Ga man's confidence in winning the Hong Kong Film Awards Best Actress, she said, "People who have eaten rice for several decades know that a lot of things are not under their own control. There are many other factors, like timing, location and people. Doing my best and getting recognition is already great." Speaking of her winning the 39th Hong Kong Film Awards Best Supporting Actress with the film SUK SUK, she said that if she would win the "Best Actress" award this time she could collect the whole set. She laughed and said, "Of course I wouldn't mind if I would have the chance!" * (2025/04/18) The 3rd Online Film Critics HIGHLIGHT Awards announced the voting results yesterday. The Actor and Actress winners were Sean Lau Ching Wan of PAPA and Chung Suet Ying of THE WAY WE TALK (HONG NGOR GUM TIN JUM MOR SUET); THE LAST DANCE (POR. DEI YUK)'s Tommy Chu Pak Hong and PAPA's Jo Koo (Kok Cho Lam) won the Supporting Acotr and Supporting Actress. Philip Yung Tsz Kwong and Au Cheuk Man with PAPA won the Director Award, Dylan So Man To also won the New Actor Award for this film; PAPA won a total of 4 awards and became a big winner. TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: WALLED IN (GAU LUNG SING JAI JI WAI SING) won the Film award; The winners of the Screenplay Award are Chan Wai Bun, Albert Mak Kai Kwong and Man Yuen Ching for ROB N ROLL (LUM SI GIP ONG); Robin Lee won the New Director Award for FOUR TRAILS. Lau Ching Wan and Chung Suet Ying left their opponents in the dust by a large score, with the percentage of votes being 52.1 and 50 respectively. Chung Suet Ying expressed her gratitude to the online film critics for their support, "I know that out of their love for movies, everyone have created an online film critic platform in their spare time for everyone to express their opinions. With the aim of promoting their favorite Hong Kong films, they could contact different audiences on the Internet and be more interested in Hong Kong films. I am honored to win the award and receive everyone's blessings." * (2025/04/18) Television queen Sisley Choi Si Bui once recommended herself to Stephen Chow Sing Chi, hoping to join the new film "WOMEN'S SOCCER". She ended up nailing the target in one shot. Recently she has secretly started work in Shenzhen, and "battling" with mainland actresses Zhang Xiaofei and Dilraba. She has been promoted to became a "Sing Girl"! The director and screenwriter for the film "WOMEN'S", Chow Sing Chi was very concerned about the new film, and there was even news on the Internet that he will play a role! The Chow Sing Chi starred movie SHAOLIN SOCCER has been very popular since its release in 2001 and has become one of his classics. The year before last, he announced the preparation of the movie "WOMEN'S SOCCER" on his birthday, and listed 4 major conditions. "Young and beautiful, with a good figure, talented and intelligent, and outstanding physical fitness" to recruit actresses, and stated that he refused to "P (photoshop) fraud". The response was overwhelming as Sisley Choi Si Bui, Rosita Kwok Pak Yin, Carmen Kwan Ka Man and other beautiful girls recommended themselves. With the start of filming last month, the "Hong Kong Representative" was finally revealed. She was Choi Si Bui, the television queen with "both beauty and wisdom". Reportedly she has already joined the team and is working in Shenzhen. She has been promoted to become a "Sing Girl"! In recent months, the filming of the "WOMEN'S" film has been in full swing. In addition to the large stadium, the shoot also went on location a beach. Conceivably it was for a scene about beach soccer. In terms of actors, in addition to Choi Si Bui, Zhang Xiaofei, Zhang Yixing and Dilraba have appeared in different scenes to start work. Aside from making the movie, Dilraba also took advantage of her time off the set to attend public activities in other places to make money. Recently she returned to Shenzhen for the shoot, and did not forget to "check in" at the hotel with photos. With a sea view outside the window, she was estimated to be staying at a hotel near the beach. Some online once filmed a video of her practicing nonstop on the soccer field. Wearing a number 8 red jersey, she curled up her hair into a high bun and practiced dribbling on the field. Although it was already dark at the time, she was still full of energy as she traversed up and down the field. As for the other female characters, Zhang Xiaofei was just like Dilraba -- working very hard to play the role well. In addition to receiving a lot of physical training in advance, she also had very demanding of herself during filming! Earlier she changed into a red jersey to shoot a soccer scene, during which Chow Sing Chi talked to her very attentively about the details of the shoot. She looked nervous, and worried that she would not be able to meet Chow Sing Chi's requirements. Fortunately she successfully met the standard and completed the shoot in the end. The director and screenwriter this time, Chow Sing Chi was very nervous about every detail of the shoot. He was even more intense when teaching acting. Often he would perform once himself. Recently he has been rumored on the Internet that he would very likely make a cameo appearance. Some online left messages, expecting him to "compete" with the Korean actor Song Kang-ho, who was the humorous referee in the film! The two had a series of "drama competition" photos on social platforms the year before last, and people online praised them for getting into character. If they could really have exchanges in the movie, conceivably it would be even more exciting. * (2025/04/18) The premiere of the Irene Wan Bik Ha starred movie ONCE UPON A LIE (FONG DOH MEI YUN YU) was held the night before, and the lead Taiwanese actor Bruce He Hao Chen came to Hong Kong to attend and toast with the director; Wan Bik Ha's husband Ho Cho Kwong, and colleagues Sammy Sum Chun Hin, Kenneth Lai Chun and Hedy Chan (Hoi Yi) also attended to show their support. In the film Wan Bik Ha and He Hao Chen connected because of lies and had a older woman-younger man relationship. He Haochen revealed that his first love was also an older woman, so he was no stranger to older woman-younger man love. He joked that he had to suppress himself instead, so as not to accidentally fall in love with goddess Wan Bik Ha; Wan Bik Ha praised the film for having many funny plots. One scene was like "moon gazing", because He Hao Chen has a "back baring" scene; He Hao Chen also said frankly that if the box office would be ideal and he would like to make a sequel. The audience would then be able to tell him what to show! Wan Bik Ha and He Hao Chen talked about their feelings about the release of the movie in an interview. Wan Bik Ha said that she felt nervous because she was involved in front of and behind the scenes. The story was very good, and was her favorite movie in recent years. He Hao Chen first thanked the team for his Hong Kong visit this time and Wan Bik Ha took the team out for Korean food. He pointed out that he was happy about the release of the movie, because this night was the first time he watched the full version of the movie with everyone. He also joked, "However I should feel shy when I see my 'moon' scene. I was also naked in the movie CAFE. WAITING LOVE before, so my connection to Hong Kong has been relatively naked, haha. (Which one is better?) Of course this time with Sister Wan Bik Ha! (How many points would you give you the "Moon"?) I'll leave it to everyone to go and rate it!" Wan Bik Ha laughed and said that this "moon" was round and white, and should be given full marks; as for the box office value, it should be HK$ 10 million. He Hao Chen pointed out that he actually grew up watching Hong Kong movies, and he felt very honored to have the opportunity to perform in Hong Kong movies. Showing her support, Hedy Chan Hoi Yi revealed that her first pop song will be released soon and she has worked hard on it. As a judge of MIDLIFE SING AND SHINE 3, she said that the top 7 knockout matches in the last episode have been recorded and revealed that 3 of the top 7 were her favorites. She did not dare to go easy on the score on the final night, and would give the contestants confidence with encouraging education. * (2025/04/17) Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Locker Lam Ka Hei and Ying Chi Yuet (Little Cat) had a fierce fight in the movie FIGHT FOR TOMORROW (PING MING SAM LONG). Tam Yiu Man pointed out that this role has taken him the longest time to think about how to interpret in his acting career. As for Locker's fierce fight scenes with Little Cat and also had to fight with currently active fighters and he was injured during filming, Locker said, "During the filming I often stayed up late, and my physical exhaustion made me dizzy. I have already injured my hand during again practice, and I injured my neck again during a fight scene." * (2025/04/17) Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Renci Yeung Sze Wing, Kaki Sham and Locker Lam Ka Hei starred in the crime movie SMASHING FRANK, which officially released today (17th). This work was selected for the "22nd Sitges Film Festival" competition section, subverting the traditional shooting techniques and performances to attract attention. The four leads not only analyzed the positioning of the characters in the film, but also revealed the alternative rebellious history in their respective growth processes; among them already a father, Kaki learned from it and realized how to make children meet their playful and rebellious mentality in a safe environment. Tam Sin Yin revealed that the character was cynical and impulsive. As the "mastermind" in the film, she launched the "Frank" incident because of the injustice suffered by her friend, and recruited her first love Lam Ka Hei, Yeung Sze Wing and Kaki Sham to plan a robbery. She also put the process on the Internet to attract attention. Tam Sin Yin even arranged for Yeung Sze Wing to be a "beautiful girl" to collect intelligence with beauty. Kaki Sham's self-deprecating role as Yeung Sze Wing's "unskilled protector" received complaints from Lam Ka Hei complained. "You are a 'designated driver' and lent a home for our base, which could be regarded as a contribution." Kaki Sham fought back, "Yes, I almost forgot; but you really don't seem to have skills, you can't fight and not skilled enough to shoot." Lam Ka Hei immediately retorted, "My love and dedication to express my love and contributions for Tam Sin Yin. I am 'the assistant of the mastermind', who acted as a buffer for the impulsive mastermind." Kaki Sham continued to laugh and pointed out that he was equivalent to an "assistant". The two showed chemistry in their funny bickering, and even broke the news that the crew had a limited budget, and the shooting scenes were all completed by "faith acting". How have the 4 experienced rebellious adolescence? Although Tam Sin Yin has not robbed in reality, she secretly dyed her hair every week at the secondary school. She covered it with black on Monday but her hair was found to be so black that it turned blue. Yeung Sze Wing said that at the age of 19, she once traveled to Turkey with 3 girlfriends, and stayed on the deck of a cruise ship to watch the starry sky of the Aegean Sea. Look back now, although she was rebellious but it was worth the effort. Lam Ka Hei revealed that he has deliberately violated the stop and challenged to "get a ticket". Kaki Sham would never forget the exciting time of visiting the campus at night, but now that he is a father, of course he hoped that his son would not learn from himself; On a whim he said, "Instead of forbidding children to explore, it is better to create a safe environment for adventure. If children really want to visit the school at night, they may be able to work with the school to plan an adventure so that the teacher can take care of them from afar." They would like to play roles with great contrast to themselves when the opportunity would rise. What characters would they like to challenge? Tam Sin Yin felt that this question was very hard to answer. "I won't know how interested I would be in a character when it is in my hands. The role doesn't matter, the most important is it is written with dimension, rich and interesting. The more flesh and blood the character has, the more able I am to discover more and show more directions." She said that she could challenge vampires or zombies. "Earlier I attended the film MONTAGES OF A MODERN MOTHERHOOD (FU DUK BUT) event with Siuyea (Lo Chun Yip). We are both very thin. That day everyone was very tired, very sleepy and both wore dark color clothing like vampires. I thought we could play vampires, and make something like TWILIGHT. Zombie movies work too." Kaki Sham wanted to try costume period films because their generation of actors has not have the opportunity. "I hear the elder say that costume and modern are two different matters. The manner of speech and the style are very different. I really want to experience it." Lam Ka Hei wanted to make a science fiction film. He could even be on the wires, relying in imagination to act in front of a green screen; Yeung Sze Wing wanted to make an action film and a role with physical disability. As a new generation of actors in the face of the cold winter of film and television, did the production reduction mean that they had less choices? The four of them unanimously said, "Now we are very happy when we get to work." What would they do? Kaki Sham joked that he would spend a little less. "Cherish my time with my wife and son. At work I didn't have time to be with them and experience life with them. I would take the opportunity to watch more movies and improve myself. The only thing I can do now is to live in the now." Lam Ka Hei said that he would have to diversify his investment and discover other skills. "Whether in terms of money and spirit, I can't put everything into this business. Although I really like acting, I can't do anything about running into the cold winter period. The climate is as such, don't make yourself unhappy. Do other happy things. Maybe more positive energy would bring me even more work." Tam Sin Yin and Yeung Sze Wing felt that they needed to prepare themselves for a the cold winter period. Tam Sin Yin said, "Watch more movies. Now I don't just watch movies as a viewer. I would think why they would do it this way, to train myself to absorb." Yeung Sze Wing leaned toward experiencing life. "Everyone's acting would have their own methods and ways, but actually they are playing another life. So they have to go to different places, come in touch with different people, and the experience would be different." * (2025/04/17) In the industry for 25 years, Raymond Lam Fung would set foot in the Hong Kong Coliseum again after nine years, and hold the "GO WITH THE FLOW LF LIVE IN HONG KONG" concerts in May. He announced the ultimate addition of one more show to 7. At the press conference yesterday (16th), boss Louis Koo Tin Lok made a surprise appearance, promised to be a guest and challenge to dance and sing CHOK, and even joked that he would "dance from beginning to end". Lam Fung revealed that the concert will feature a four-sided stage design, with new choreography and stage structures, and songs will be rearranged while retaining the classic style. When asked about the guest lineup, he said that there would be surprises and revealed that the three sons of TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: WALLED IN (GAU LUNG SING JAI JI WAI SING) will definitely be present in support. As for whether he would work together again with former guest Charmaine Sheh Sze Man, he thoughtfully said, "Last time Ah Sheh was nervous for a long time to be a guest, this time I won't force her; but my brothers and sisters from my training class will come to cheer." His wife Zhang Xinyue and their daughter would also be present in support, but his daughter may only be able to appear on weekends because she was studying in Shanghai. Performing at the HK Coliseum again, Lam Fung bluntly said that he was under pressure, because he had to sing a lot of old and new songs and a lot of lyrics to remember. He also revealed that in order to perform in the best state for solo singing, he has been working his muscles, and he has everything he should have. However this time he did not want to train himself too thin, as he was worried that his cheeks would be too sunken. When asked Goo Jai demanding to sing, would they sing each other's songs with each other at the concert? Lam Fung smiled and pointed out that when Goo Jai would sing CHOK while he could sing BOYFRIEND dance version. He praised this song as powerful. Koo Tin Lok needed to wear sunglasses due to eye floaters, and revealed that he would have two eye surgeries next month and would need to suspend work after surgery. With 1,200 degree near sightedness, he has never had the laser surgery. "This time the lenses would be changed all at once. My Ma has done it before. (Would you be worried about any aftermath?) The doctor said that there would have 1% chance that vision would be blurry and infected. Let's see if I am lucky or not." Would he make less action films? He joked that with the near sightedness before he still would. In the future he would make a little more. As for the concert performance, he quipped, "Lam Fung would dance POPULAR THIS WEEK, and I would dance CHOK! (Would you sing BOYFRIEND?) I don't mind, I'm always available." As for whether he will be the concert guest for all 7 shows, it would depend on the condition of his eyes. Was his mother worried about him? He smiled and said that his mother has had eye surgery before. Recently nominated for Best Actor at the Hong Kong Films Awards with TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: WALLED IN, Lam Fung admitted that before the awards ceremony, "I am very nervous, I hope my expression won't twitch at that time." Regarding online accusations of his wife Zhang Xinyue for using a fake Labubu phone case, he humorously returned the microphone and walked away while saying thanks -- making a funny scene. Speaking of the movie SONS OF THE NEON NIGHT (FUNG LUM FOR SHAN)'s world premiere at the midnight screening section of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, Goo Jai and Sean Lau Ching Wan were both favorites to compete for the best actor. Goo Jai said that he was very happy and looking forward to it, but he would not comment on other films before he has seen them. Although he also wanted to attend, but the doctor recommended against taking a plane after surgery. When asked about the marital change between his friend Ronald Cheng Chung Kei and his wife Sammie Yu Sze Man, Cheng was recently caught attending the family court in Wan Chai. He responded, "They are having a closed door hearing, so let them deal with things behind closed doors and give him space. (Would you ask him out for a drink and talk?) He quit drinking, let's have tea!" [ In Production Now/Soon ] LIVING TO WIN Can : MIN SI DUT GUNG DUI Lit : INTERVIEW STRIKE TEAM (tentative title) d. Dawn Ho Leung Yu Raymond Lam Fung, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Bernice Fang (Fong Chi Yau), Venus Wong Man Yik, Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Chow Kun Yuet, Leung Chung Hang, Neo Yau Hawk Sau, Kingdom Yuen King Tan, ig : https://www.instagram.com/living.to.win/ Can : Na Ga Jor Bei Jet Gwai? Lit : Did You Marry A Ghost? d. Wong Jing Bob Lam Sing Bun, Spencer Leung Sze Ho, Jacquelin Chong Sze Man, Oscar Li Ka, Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Dominic Ho Ho Man, Mak Ling Ling, Xie Sitong, Shang Churan TOO MANY WAYS TO BE No. 2 Can : YUT GOR BO MOON DIK DAN SUN Lit : The Birth of A Department d. Mak Tin Shu Fish Liew Chi Yu, Michael Ning (Bak Ji), Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Larine Tang Yueping, Mak Pui Tung, Ng Wing Sze, Yukki Tai Yuk Kei THE HUNT FOR NGHT STALKER Can : YU YEH TOH FU Lit : Rainy Night Butcher d. Tang Tung Ming Jeffrey Fok Chon Pong, Lam Yiu Sing, Susan Shaw Yam Yam, Suet E PASS AND GOAL Can : Yik Juen Seung Boon Cheung Lit : Reversal of First Half d. Jil Wong Pak Kei Gigi Leung, Peter Chan Charm Man, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Ling Man Lung, Chan Fai Hung, Sahal Zaman (Lam Lok), Rondi Chan Lok Ting, Chow Kei Yuet, Tam Chun Yin, Sin Cheuk Kiu [ SCREEN INTERNATIONAL HKFILMART 2025 ] This sports drama revolves around a financial consultant who forms a strong bond with children from a football team as they overcome difficulties in chasing their dreams on the field. The ensemble cast includes Gigi Leung, Peter Chan Charm Man, Chu Pak Hong and Sahal Zaman. Producers are O Sing Pui and Kinnie Cheung (Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In). Wong previously directed 2018’s The Strangled Truth and 2015’s S For Sex, S For Secrets. Can : Jung Ba Lit : Fight For Supremecy Hugo Goh (Ng Toi Yung), Joan Lee Vin Yee, Bryan Pun Chi Fung, Eva Lai Yin Shan, Fung So Bo Can : FAT MAI CHONG Lit : LEGAL HIDE AND SEEK d. Tam Kwong Yuen Edan Lui Cheuk On, Zhang Songwen, Isabella Leong Lok Si, Patrick Tam Yu Man, Alfred Cheung Kin Ting, Sabrina Ng Bing, Will Or Wai Lam, Sabrina Cheung Man Sha, Lung Siu Kwan, Jo Koo (Kuk Cho Lam) MASTERMIND Can : Jing Jin Lit : Detective War d. James Kong Ling Ching Louis Koo Tin Lok, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Gardner Tse Kwan Ho, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Eddie Cheung Siu Fai, Alan Yeung Wai Lun, Amy Lo Wai Man, Ci Sha, Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun THE MAGE Can : SUP FONG FAT SI Lit : SCAVENGER PRIEST d. Danny Pang Fat Josie Ho Chiu Yi, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Kathy Yuen (Tong Yee), German Cheung Man Kit, Sabrina Ng Bing and Iman [ THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER FILMART 2025 ] In his first acting role in The Mage, Taheri plays the logically- minded chief of police who is at loggerheads with the titular mystic, played by Ho, while investigating a series of mysterious crimes. TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: DRAGON THRONE Can : Gau Lung Sing Jai Lung Tau Lit : Kowloon Walled City Dragon Head d. Soi Cheang Pou Soi Louis Koo Tin Lok TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: THE FINAL CHAPTER Can : Gau Lung Sing Jai Jung Cheung Lit : Kowloon Walled City Final Chapter d. Soi Cheang Pou Soi Raymond Lam Fung, Terrance Lau Chun Him, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, German Cheung Man Kit Can : Mo Ming For Lit : Nameless Fire Philip Ng Won Lung, Andy Tien (On Chi Kit), Dada Chan Ching COLD WAR 1995 Can : Hong Ji 1995 COLD WAR 1994 Can : Hong Ji 1994 Daniel Wu (Ng Yin Cho), Wu Kang-Ren, Terrance Lau Chun Him SPARE QUEENS Can : Dai Fun Jung Lit : Big Split d. Tom Chung Sing Stephy Tang Lai Yan, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Anson Kong Yip Sun [ 7TH FIRST FEATURE FILM INITIATIVE ] A manager of a struggling ten-pin bowling team has to team up with her lifelong rival. They must put their differences aside, and face new challenges together. SOMEONE LIKE ME Can : JEUNG NGOR JEH YEUNG DIK OI CHING Lit : LOVE LIKE MINE d. Tam Wai Ching Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Alice Lau Nga Lai, Polly Lau Yeuk Bo, Kate Yeung Kei, Chu Tin, Elly Lam, Lam Chi Yuen, Siu Fu, Lai Chai Ming RAGING HAVOC AKA : THE UNLEASHED BLAZE Can : No For Man Yin Lit : Raging Fire Spreads d. Derek Kwok Chi Kin Andy Lau Tak Wa, Nicholas Tse Ting Fung, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Ray Lui Leung Wai, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, Jeana Ho Pui Yu, Sammy Sum Chun Hin, Michael Hui Koon Man, Chan Kwok Bong, Kenny Wong Tak Bun, Fong Ping, Ci Sha, Xie Miao, German Cheung Man Kit, Chaney Lin Qiunan (Lam Chau Nam), Bruce Tong Kwan Chi, Andrew Pong King Fung, Kevin Tong Ka Lun [ SCREEN DAILY ] Two lost long brothers seek revenge for the murder of their family 30 years ago. As one is now a high level execuitve and the other a mercenary, their vastly different approaches to revenge pit them against each other and set Hong Kong ablaze. GOOD GAME Can : JOOK DIN Lit : ELECTROCUTED d. Dickson Leung Kwok Fai Andrew Lam Man Chung, Will Or Wai Lam, Yanny Chan Wing Yan, Amy Lo Wai Man, Ansonbean Chan Ngai Sun, Chloe So Ho Yi, Ken Law Ho Ming, Law Mong (Lo Kwan Lam), Christine Ng Wing Mei, Ng Siu Hin, Fung So Bo, Jessica Chan Yee Chun BEHIND THE SHADOWS Can : Si Ga Jing Tam Lit : Private Detective FKA : MEI CHUI Lit : PIGGYBACKING d. Jonathan Li Tsz Chun, Chou Man Yu Louis Koo Tin Lok, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Liu Kuan Ting (Lau Koon Ting), Raymond Wong Ho Yin, Renci Yeung Si Wing, Eddie Cheung Su Fai, Yumi Wong Sze Kei, Auguste Kwan Teik Hooi (Kwan Tak Fai), Phei Yong (Pui Wing) Opening May 31st 2025 in the mainland Opening June 12th 2025 TRIER OF FACT Can : Sau Kyut Jeh Lit : Watchtower Guard d. Tong Wai Hon Louis Koo Tin Lok, Eddie Peng Yu-Yan, Philip Keung Ho Man, Bowie Lam Bo Yi, Amy Lo Wai Man, Raymond Lam Fung, Kent Cheng Juk Si, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Michael Wong Man Tak, Raymond Wong Ho Yin, Sammo Hung Kam Bo, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, ANSONBEAN (Chan Ngai Sun), Law Ho Ming Length : 121 mins. Teaser : https://youtu.be/nCWLBkO5baM [ 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. [ 2024 BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ASIAN COTENTS AND FILM MARKET ] When justice and truth cannot co-exist,do we still choose to expose the truth? Can : Ngor Ya Si Lit : Me Too d. Leung Hung Wa, Chan Tung Ming Lam Yiu Sing, Zoe Yu Kit Ying, Sam Lee Chan Sam, Cherry Ngan Cheuk Ling, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Deon Cheung Chung Chi, Hebe Chan Yuen Ting ULTIMATE REVENGE Can : For Ping AKA : Chung Fung d. Terry Ng Ka Wai Alex Fong Chung Shun, Ray Lui Leung Wai, Andy Tien (On Chi Kit), Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Chan Kwok Bong, German Cheung Man Kit, Macy Ma Sihui, Chin Kar Lok, Sammy Sum Chun Hin, Ching Hor Wai, Polly Lau Yeuk Bo, Deep Ng Ho Hong, Max Cheung Tat Lun, Justin Chu Tin, Ken Law Ho Ming, Kumer So, Eric Cheng Kai Tai, Stephen Ho Kai Nam Rating : IIB Length : 112 mins. Teaser : https://vimeo.com/810391849/12ca144ae3?share=copy [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Three years ago, Ben led a botched raid that killed his undercover agent Bong. Now the sergeant of a patrol car, Ben insists on doing everything by the book. When Bong's younger brother Wallace joins Ben's unit, the two men clash over their methods. Meanwhile, the robbers that killed Bong lurk in the shadows, waiting to avenge their dead brother. MY FIRST OF MAY Can : MO MING JI Lit : no name finger (ring finger) d. James Hung Ling Jing Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Natalie Hsu (Hui Yun Yi), Nina Paw Hee Ching, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Lawrence Cheng Tan Shui, Kenji Fan Lun Chi [ SCREEN DAILY FILMART 2023 ] Heartfelt family drama about a father who gives up his squash career to take care of his terminally ill daughter when his wife cannot handle the responsibility and walks out of their lives. Can : Kui Mor Lung Jook Ma Siu Ling Lit : Demon Slaying Dragon Clan Ma Siu Ling AKA : MY DATE WITH A VAMPIRE AKA : Ngor Wor Geung Si Yau Gor Yeuk Wui d. Robert Chan Sap Sam Bosco Wong Chung Chak, Karena Ng Chin Yu, Jacky Cai Jie, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Rosita Kwok Pak Yin, Cecilia So Lai Shan, Tse Suet Sum, Kaki Sham, Phoebus Ng Kai Yeung, Wong Chi Lok, THE GAMESTER Can : Chin Fong Man Gai Lit : Thousand Lies Ten Thousand Schemes d. Toni Shum Shek Yin Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Wiyona Yeung Chi Ching, Adam Pak Tin Nam, Lam Suet, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Kaki Sham THE REMNANT Can : Ngok Yun Don Doh Lit : Mean People In Charge d. Mandrew Kwan Man Hin Philip Keung Ho Man, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Cecilia Yip Tung, Vincent Wan Yeung Ming, Ling Man Lung, So Tin Lok, Cheung Kwok King, Deon Cheung Chung Chi, Bryant Mak Chi Lok, Aaron Chow Chi Kwan, Yiyi Zhao (Chiu Yi Wai), Benjamin Auyeung Wai Hoo Opening at Beijing International Film Festival 2024 THE OUTSIDER AKA : UNDER CURRENT 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 [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] A foundation's chief financial officer is hang to his death on the stage during the annual charity party. As suspicions surround his death, rumors of a missing $200 million charitable donation begin to run rampant, attracting the attention of the masses... 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 --- [ NOW SHOWING ] MONTAGES OF A MODERN MOTHERHOOD Can : Fu Duk But d. Oliver Chan Siu Kuen Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Siuyea Lo Chun Yip, Janis Pang Hang Ying, Fung So Bo, Patra Au Ga Man, Tai Bo, Johnny Hui (Keung Nei), Annie Man Chung Han Rating : IIB Length : 112 mins. Opening October 7 2024 at the 29th Busan International Film Festival Opening November 2 2024 at the 37th Tokyo International Film Festival Opening April 12 2025 at the 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening April 24 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/QGqRg_Bn98Q Site : https://www.biff.kr/eng/html/program/prog_view.asp?idx=75991&c_idx=402&sp_idx=0&QueryStep=2 Site : https://2024.tiff-jp.net/en/lineup/film/37011WEP06 fb : https://www.facebook.com/people/%E8%99%8E%E6%AF%92%E4%B8%8D-Montages-of-a-Modern-Motherhood/61565310912776/ [ 29th BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Jing's day begins with a graceful tracking shot that follows her from the early morning as she pumps breast milk, leaves her baby with her mother-in-law, and heads to the bakery where she works. Her baby daughter Qing is difficult and cries constantly and Jing frequently clashes with her live-in in-laws over childcare and housework, while her husband, who works as a delivery driver, views parenting as something he occasionally helps with. All she did was have a child, yet Jing's life is turned upside down, leaving her in a situation where all her efforts to build her career have been negated. Director Oliver Siu Kuen Chan meticulously dissects Jing's struggles, revealing the emotional turbulence she endures. The film’s realistic and precise narrative depicts the suffocating oppression women suffer within both family and society, the pressures of 'being a mother' and 'motherhood,' and resolutely move forward, forcing Jing to make a final decision. (PARK Sun Young) [ 37TH TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Suk-jing's ordinary life in Hong Kong is disrupted by motherhood, forcing her to navigate challenging changes that redefine her routine and sense of self. [ 2024 BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ASIAN COTENTS AND FILM MARKET ] Suk-jing recently welcomes a baby daughter into her ordinary life, which, to her surprise, will never be the same again. She is soon stressed-out taking care of the baby 24/7, while her husband never proactively takes part in it. Conflicts with in-laws, postpartum bodily changes, affected work performance are straws piling up on her back...After long nights of nursing in loneliness, where will the break of day lead her? THE UNIFORM d. Chuang Ching-shen Buffy Chen Yan-fei, Chloe Xiang Jie-ru, Bruce Chiu Yitai, Chi Chin Rating : I Length : 110 min. Opening April 24 2025 [ HONG KONG MOVE 6 ] Set in 1997's Banqiao, Taiwan, the story explores the struggles and brilliance of a girl named Xiao Ai as she navigates her journey of growth. Originally accepted into her dream high school, Xiao Ai is compelled by her mother to transfer to the night school at Taipei First Girls' High School. Sharing desks with day students during the day, she forms a deep friendship with her "desk mate," Min Min. However, feeling inferior because of her identity as a night school student, she and Min Min both develop feelings for the gifted student, Luke. To conceal the truth, she dons the day school uniform and pretends to be the "perfect girl" who matches Luke. The green uniform gives her confidence, but it also causes her lies to spiral out of control. On the day of the joint entrance exam, the truth is revealed, and Xiao Ai faces a heart-wrenching trial of growth amidst the storms of friendship, love, and family. With a unique perspective from the night school at Taipei First Girls' High School, the story delicately portrays the confusion and courage of youth, guiding the audience to revisit an era where strict uniform regulations and entrance exams determined destinies, and to feel the emotional treasures that the girls uncover during their uncertain times. MUMU Can : But Suet Wa Dik Love d. Sha Mo Lay Zhang, Li Luo An, Vivenne Tien, Zhang Ruonan, Huang Yao Rating : IIA Length : 111 mins. Opening April 24 2025 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] Deaf Xiao Ma and his daughter Mumu rely on each other for companionship. The little "big sister" Mumu serves as the family's pillar—bridging communication between her father and the outside world, helping him secure work and earn a living. However, as Mumu grows older, she must integrate into the hearing world, and their inseparable life is about to be disrupted. Just then, a criminal syndicate that specifically preys on the deaf sets its sights on Xiao Ma. Desperate to protect his daughter, he is gradually lured step by step into the abyss of crime... BLACK BOX DIARIES d. Shiori Ito Rating : I Length : 103 mins. Opening April 24 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/9sKI5vJBw6g [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] BLACK BOX DIARIES follows director and journalist Shiori Ito's courageous investigation of her own sexual assault in an improbable attempt to prosecute her high-profile offender. Unfolding like a thriller and combining secret investigative recordings, vérité shooting and emotional first-person video, Shiori's quest becomes a landmark case in Japan, exposing the country’s desperately outdated judicial and societal systems. ADO SPECIAL LIVE 'SHINZHOU' IN CINEMA Length : 141 mins. Opening April 24 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Attracting 140,000 fans over two days (April 27–28, 2024) , "Shinzou" was a legendary performance that established Ado the first solo female artist to perform at the iconic Japan National Stadium. The setlist featured 26 songs including her on-stage duet of "Sakura Biyori and Time Machine (with Hatsune Miku)," the highly acclaimed "DIGNITY" featuring guest guitarist Tak Matsumoto (from B'z), and "Show," a collaboration song with Universal Studios Japan. The theatrical release promises a fresh and immersive experience for fans who missed the live event or want to relive the moment. SMASHING FRANK Can : DOH POR FAT LAN HAK d. Trevor Choi Hong Ying Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Locker Lam Ka Hei, Kaki Sham, Renci Yeung Si Wing, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Alan Yeung Wai Lun, Henry Chan Hin Lok, Terry Zou (Chow Man Ching), Kaying Wong, Kun Nam Gor, Samuel Yau Man Shing Rating : IIB Length : 88 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Opening Asian Summer Film Festival Vic 2025 Teaser : https://youtu.be/GU0a3-GMvA4 [ CINEMA CITY ] After a jewelry store heist, young thieves left behind a graffiti tag that reads "FRANK", sparking public curiosity about their motives. What message are they trying to convey? Ayla, on the verge of dropping out of school and feeling powerless about entering society, has a sudden idea: instead of becoming a social slave by formally looking for a job, why not take control of her own destiny and "make the world" in her own way, building a career that belongs to her? Her method involves committing crimes while uploading snippets online to create a buzz and become a "KOL" (influencer) in the robbery scene! When Ayla is arrested and sentenced to community service, she meets fellow rookie criminal To Chun and her childhood friend Hugo. The three form a gang named "FRANK". Once outcasts abandoned by society, they each possess unique skills, allowing them to complement each other and fight side by side. Their goal is to unsettle the healthy upper-class. To strengthen their team, FRANK recruits Chelsea, a rental girlfriend targeting affluent individuals, officially declaring war on the upper-class! At the same time, a scandal erupts within the upper-class church, as wealthy parishioners are accused of using church donations to launder money and fund criminal activity. The church's deacon, the wealthy HO Ka Wang, becomes the target of scrutiny. At a press conference, Ho clarifies the situation and attempts to divert media attention, shifting focus to the recent FRANK robbery. He even makes statements attacking FRANK, which causes a stir. Just as FRANK is robbing a currency exchange shop, they unexpectedly become embroiled in a money laundering conspiracy involving the church. This robbery brings an unforeseen crisis. Will FRANK be able to escape unscathed as they have in the past? [ SCREEN DAILY ] Four key opinion leaders team up to rob the filthy rich. They walk away unscathed every time, until a money laundering scandal is uncovered. ONCE UPON A LIE Can : Fong Doh Mei Yun Yu AKA : Yu Gor Yun Yu But Pet Tui d. Stanley Liu Ming Yin Irene Wan Bik Ha, Bruce He Hao Chen, Grace Guei Ah Lei Rating : IIB Length : 90 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/FAQUJKr9t-s [ CINEMA CITY ] Online movie critic known for his sharp reviews, has now become an AL to dish the dirt on the latest cinematic disaster, "THE MERMAID FALLS FOR ME." A struggling writer who's close to his mom, stumbles into an online romance with a fan of his work. He thinks he's hit the jackpot in love and heads to an island for a mix of business and pleasure. But when his internet sweetheart is a no-show and his writing gig goes south, he's left high and dry. That's when he unexpectedly connects with Wen, his innkeeper, who's actually his online crush in disguise -- a woman healing from a broken heart through her anonymous internet persona. Wen, once shy and lacking confidence comes alive with the writer's flirty chats. The writer inspired by Wen, invites her to co-write a new spin on the tired mermaid story. But as they finish, life throws a wrench in the works: his mom falls ill. In the emotional chaos, he finds out Wen was his mystery girl all along. He reacts badly, and Wen leaves, heartbroken. As his mother's life draws to a close, he comes to understand that even love born from falsehoods can bloom into something wonderful. Can the famous movie critic, who's seen it all, guess how their story ends? LAST MILE d. Ayuko Tsukahara Hikari Mitsushima, Masaki Okada, Kumiko Aso, Go Ayano Rating : IIB Length : 129 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/j4pDkfa1sSs [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] On the day before the Black Friday sale, a box delivered by a global e-commerce company, explodes. The box was sent from one of the biggest warehouses, which has the three-quarter logistic shares around Tokyo. It leads a series of mysterious bombings that terrorize whole of Japan. Elena Funado, who was just appointed as a new director of the warehouse, is forced to control this unprecedented situation with a line manager, Ko Nashimoto. Who planted the bombs? For what purpose? How many bombs are left? - And where are they now? In this modern society, distribution service becomes critical need for our lives and that cannot be stopped. Can Elena and Ko end the serial bombings without stopping blood flowed in "blood vessel"; the global logistics system like a web? NINTAMA RANTARO: INVINCIBLE MASTER OF THE DOKUTAKE NINJA d. Masaya Fujimori Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 90 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/Vq2ix1x9fYY [ CINEMA CITY ] A film adaptation of a popular novel, which the loyal fanbase of "Nintama Rantaro" has long awaited. his is an action-paked, tear- jerker story, never-before-seen in the TV series! At the Ninjutsu Academy, Doi teaches young ninjgas known as "Nintama." One day, he goes out for a battle against a ninja from the rival clan, but vanishes without a trace. The Nintamas worry for Doi's safety, especially Kirimaru, a war orphan who lives with him. At the same time, the Academy receives troubling news that their rivals at Dokutake Castle may be scheming something. The older ninjas infiltrate the castle to investigate, but they are stopped by Tenki, whose face is identical to Doi. HARBIN d. Woo Minho Hyun Bin, Park Jeong Min, Jo Woo Jin, Jeon Yeo Been, Lee Dong Wook, Park Hoon, Yoo Chea Myung, Lily Franky, Jung Woo Sung Rating : IIB Length : 114 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/ujgR5GwLA24 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The rift has begun, but we must go to Harbin. In 1908, Korean independence fighters led by Ahn Jung-geun achieve a significant victory in a battle against the Japanese army in Sina Mountain, near the northern border of Korea. Lieutenant General Ahn Jung-geun of the Korean Independence Army, upholding the principles of laws of war, releases Japanese war prisoners. However, this action gives rise to suspicions about him, causing fractures within the ranks of the independence fighters. A year later, a group of like-minded activists - Ahn Jung-geun, Woo Duk-soon, Kim Sang-hyun, Ms. Gong, Choi Jae-hyung and Lee Chang-sup - determined to reclaim their homeland, gathers in Vladivostok. Upon learning that Ito Hirobumi, the Japanese statesman and the first Japanese resident-general of the occupied Korea, is heading to Manchuria for negotiations with Russia, Ahn and his men set their course for Harbin. The Japanese army, armed with intelligence on the resistance operation, promptly initiates pursuit... STRANGER EYES Can : Muk Si Luk d. Yeo Siew Hua Wu Chien-Ho, Lee Kang-Sheng, Anicca Panna Length : 126 mins. Opening April 16 2025 at the 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival [ THE 49th HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] This haunting story about what it means to see and be seen begins with a couple poring over video footage, looking for clues to the whereabouts of their kidnapped baby. The arrival of some sinister DVDs at their door reveals the stalking of the couple, and a different truth about a rift in their marriage. The crime thriller soon morphs into a moving meditation on voyeurism, social alienation, and human fragility. Following his Locarno Golden Leopardwinning A Land Imagined (43rd), Yeo Siew Hua comments thoughtfully on a collective eradication of privacy in a time of surveillance. VALLEY IN THE SHADOW OF DEATH AKA : THE SIN OF UNFORGIVENESS Can :But Seh Ji Jui d. Jeffrey Lam Sen, Antonio Tam Sin Yeung Anthony Wong Chau Sun, Louisa So Yuk Wah George Au Chun Ho @ P1X3L, Summer Chan Chi Huen, Sheena Chan Shu Yan Length : 83 mins. Opening October 31 2024 at the 37th Tokyo International Film Festival Opening April 14 2025 at the 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening June 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/t-lCYaD6bjU Site : https://2024.tiff-jp.net/en/lineup/film/37003ASF08 [ 37th TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] A pastor struggles with sin and punishment in this intense drama. A boy who killed his daughter is released from prison. Torn between vengeance and God's forgiveness... [ 49th HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] 'Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.' Pastor Leung, who preaches God's forgiveness, finds himself in a dire situation when his church gives shelter to a young man who caused the death of his beloved daughter. Torn between his wish to avenge his daughter, his wife's anger and his principles as a pastor, he struggles to submit to God or the Devil when an opportunity of retribution presents itself. Impressive as ever, Anthony Wong acutely leads the story with a restrained yet intense performance, stretching the questions of faith, hope, and humanity to their extremes. SMASHING FRANK Can : DOH POR FAT LAN HAK d. Trevor Choi Hong Ying Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Locker Lam Ka Hei, Kaki Sham, Renci Yeung Si Wing, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Alan Yeung Wai Lun, Henry Chan Hin Lok, Terry Zou (Chow Man Ching), Kaying Wong, Kun Nam Gor, Samuel Yau Man Shing Rating : IIB Length : 88 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Opening Asian Summer Film Festival Vic 2025 Teaser : https://youtu.be/GU0a3-GMvA4 [ CINEMA CITY ] After a jewelry store heist, young thieves left behind a graffiti tag that reads "FRANK", sparking public curiosity about their motives. What message are they trying to convey? Ayla, on the verge of dropping out of school and feeling powerless about entering society, has a sudden idea: instead of becoming a social slave by formally looking for a job, why not take control of her own destiny and "make the world" in her own way, building a career that belongs to her? Her method involves committing crimes while uploading snippets online to create a buzz and become a "KOL" (influencer) in the robbery scene! When Ayla is arrested and sentenced to community service, she meets fellow rookie criminal To Chun and her childhood friend Hugo. The three form a gang named "FRANK". Once outcasts abandoned by society, they each possess unique skills, allowing them to complement each other and fight side by side. Their goal is to unsettle the healthy upper-class. To strengthen their team, FRANK recruits Chelsea, a rental girlfriend targeting affluent individuals, officially declaring war on the upper-class! At the same time, a scandal erupts within the upper-class church, as wealthy parishioners are accused of using church donations to launder money and fund criminal activity. The church's deacon, the wealthy HO Ka Wang, becomes the target of scrutiny. At a press conference, Ho clarifies the situation and attempts to divert media attention, shifting focus to the recent FRANK robbery. He even makes statements attacking FRANK, which causes a stir. Just as FRANK is robbing a currency exchange shop, they unexpectedly become embroiled in a money laundering conspiracy involving the church. This robbery brings an unforeseen crisis. Will FRANK be able to escape unscathed as they have in the past? [ SCREEN DAILY ] Four key opinion leaders team up to rob the filthy rich. They walk away unscathed every time, until a money laundering scandal is uncovered. ONCE UPON A LIE Can : Fong Doh Mei Yun Yu AKA : Yu Gor Yun Yu But Pet Tui d. Stanley Liu Ming Yin Irene Wan Bik Ha, Bruce He Hao Chen, Grace Guei Ah Lei Rating : IIB Length : 90 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/FAQUJKr9t-s [ CINEMA CITY ] Online movie critic known for his sharp reviews, has now become an AL to dish the dirt on the latest cinematic disaster, "THE MERMAID FALLS FOR ME." A struggling writer who's close to his mom, stumbles into an online romance with a fan of his work. He thinks he's hit the jackpot in love and heads to an island for a mix of business and pleasure. But when his internet sweetheart is a no-show and his writing gig goes south, he's left high and dry. That's when he unexpectedly connects with Wen, his innkeeper, who's actually his online crush in disguise -- a woman healing from a broken heart through her anonymous internet persona. Wen, once shy and lacking confidence comes alive with the writer's flirty chats. The writer inspired by Wen, invites her to co-write a new spin on the tired mermaid story. But as they finish, life throws a wrench in the works: his mom falls ill. In the emotional chaos, he finds out Wen was his mystery girl all along. He reacts badly, and Wen leaves, heartbroken. As his mother's life draws to a close, he comes to understand that even love born from falsehoods can bloom into something wonderful. Can the famous movie critic, who's seen it all, guess how their story ends? LAST MILE d. Ayuko Tsukahara Hikari Mitsushima, Masaki Okada, Kumiko Aso, Go Ayano Rating : IIB Length : 129 mins. Opening April 17 2025 NINTAMA RANTARO: INVINCIBLE MASTER OF THE DOKUTAKE NINJA d. Masaya Fujimori Japanese Animation Length : 90 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/Vq2ix1x9fYY [ CINEMA CITY ] A film adaptation of a popular novel, which the loyal fanbase of "Nintama Rantaro" has long awaited. his is an action-paked, tear- jerker story, never-before-seen in the TV series! At the Ninjutsu Academy, Doi teaches young ninjgas known as "Nintama." One day, he goes out for a battle against a ninja from the rival clan, but vanishes without a trace. The Nintamas worry for Doi's safety, especially Kirimaru, a war orphan who lives with him. At the same time, the Academy receives troubling news that their rivals at Dokutake Castle may be scheming something. The older ninjas infiltrate the castle to investigate, but they are stopped by Tenki, whose face is identical to Doi. HARBIN d. Woo Minho Hyun Bin, Park Jeong Min, Jo Woo Jin, Jeon Yeo Been, Lee Dong Wook, Park Hoon, Yoo Chea Myung, Lily Franky, Jung Woo Sung Length : 114 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/ujgR5GwLA24 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The rift has begun, but we must go to Harbin. In 1908, Korean independence fighters led by Ahn Jung-geun achieve a significant victory in a battle against the Japanese army in Sina Mountain, near the northern border of Korea. Lieutenant General Ahn Jung-geun of the Korean Independence Army, upholding the principles of laws of war, releases Japanese war prisoners. However, this action gives rise to suspicions about him, causing fractures within the ranks of the independence fighters. A year later, a group of like-minded activists - Ahn Jung-geun, Woo Duk-soon, Kim Sang-hyun, Ms. Gong, Choi Jae-hyung and Lee Chang-sup - determined to reclaim their homeland, gathers in Vladivostok. Upon learning that Ito Hirobumi, the Japanese statesman and the first Japanese resident-general of the occupied Korea, is heading to Manchuria for negotiations with Russia, Ahn and his men set their course for Harbin. The Japanese army, armed with intelligence on the resistance operation, promptly initiates pursuit... MONTAGES OF A MODERN MOTHERHOOD Can : Fu Duk But d. Oliver Chan Siu Kuen Hedwig Tam Sin Yin, Siuyea Lo Chun Yip, Janis Pang Hang Ying, Fung So Bo, Patra Au Ka Man, Tai Bo, Johnny Hui (Keung Nei), Annie Man Chung Han Rating : IIB Length : 112 mins. Opening October 7 2024 at the 29th Busan International Film Festival Opening November 2 2024 at the 37th Tokyo International Film Festival Opening April 12 2025 at the 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening April 24 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/QGqRg_Bn98Q Site : https://www.biff.kr/eng/html/program/prog_view.asp?idx=75991&c_idx=402&sp_idx=0&QueryStep=2 Site : https://2024.tiff-jp.net/en/lineup/film/37011WEP06 fb : https://www.facebook.com/people/%E8%99%8E%E6%AF%92%E4%B8%8D-Montages-of-a-Modern-Motherhood/61565310912776/ [ 29th BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Jing's day begins with a graceful tracking shot that follows her from the early morning as she pumps breast milk, leaves her baby with her mother-in-law, and heads to the bakery where she works. Her baby daughter Qing is difficult and cries constantly and Jing frequently clashes with her live-in in-laws over childcare and housework, while her husband, who works as a delivery driver, views parenting as something he occasionally helps with. All she did was have a child, yet Jing's life is turned upside down, leaving her in a situation where all her efforts to build her career have been negated. Director Oliver Siu Kuen Chan meticulously dissects Jing's struggles, revealing the emotional turbulence she endures. The film’s realistic and precise narrative depicts the suffocating oppression women suffer within both family and society, the pressures of 'being a mother' and 'motherhood,' and resolutely move forward, forcing Jing to make a final decision. (PARK Sun Young) [ 37TH TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Suk-jing's ordinary life in Hong Kong is disrupted by motherhood, forcing her to navigate challenging changes that redefine her routine and sense of self. [ 2024 BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ASIAN COTENTS AND FILM MARKET ] Suk-jing recently welcomes a baby daughter into her ordinary life, which, to her surprise, will never be the same again. She is soon stressed-out taking care of the baby 24/7, while her husband never proactively takes part in it. Conflicts with in-laws, postpartum bodily changes, affected work performance are straws piling up on her back...After long nights of nursing in loneliness, where will the break of day lead her? BROKEN RAGE d. Takeshi Kitano Takeshi Kitano, Tadanobu Asano, Nao Omori, Hakuryu, Shido Nakamura Opening April 12 2025 LIKE A ROLLING STONE d. Yin Lichuan Janice Wu, Xixu Chen, Benyu Zhang, Wu Jiang, Yong Mei, Rating : IIA Length : 106 mins. Opening April 10 2025 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] Having Endured 30 years, a woman resigns from her family roles at the age of 56, leaving behind her identities as wife, mother, and grandmother. She sets off on a road trip with no return date... Li Hong, a quintessential Chinese mother, has dedicated her life to her family, dutifully fulfilling her roles as a good daughter, wife, and mother. Soon, she is set to become a grandmother. Just as Li Hong is about to resign herself to a stagnant life, an unexpected invitation to a high school reunion rekindles her youthful dreams. Tentatively, she asks to attend the reunion, but her husband vehemently opposes the idea, stirring up decades of unresolved issues between them. Her husband, Lao Sun, has his own rigid definition of marital and familial happiness and fiercely defends what he believes to be right. The two grew increasingly distant, nearly becoming strangers. For the sake of her pregnant daughter, Li Hong suppresses her dreams once again, fully dedicating herself to the new role of a "good grandmother." The burden of heavy household chores and a hopeless life drives her into depression. In her despair, she disc overs another option for her life. She begins to carefully plan a new journey, gradually rediscovering her true self and confidence. Her daughter, Xiao Xue, is determined not to repeat her mother's mistakes and strives to be an independent woman of the new era. While she relentlessly pursues her own opportunities, she also supports her mother's new aspirations. However, when her own self-realization conflicts with her mother's, she expects her mother to continue sacrificing for her sake. Now fully awakened, Li Hong faces a difficult choice once again: Should she be true to herself, support her daughter, or succumb to her husband? PAVANE FOR AN INFANT Can : Yiu Lam Fan Sai Lit : Cradle of the World d. Chong Keat-aun Fish Liew Chi Yu, Natalie Hsu (Hui Yan Yi), Ben Yuen Fu Wah, Pearlly Chua (Choi Bo Chu) Length : 117 mins. Opening April 10 2025 at the 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival [ THE 49th HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Set around the end of Ramadan in Kuala Lumpur, the latest film from Chong Keat-aun follows Lai Sum, a social worker at a local baby hatch, as she endeavours to help Siew Man, an underage girl struggling with the decision to abort. Against this backdrop, Chong deploys a keen eye for his country's social issues, refracted through a magical realist prism that grapples with Malaysia’s various faiths and cultures – their cohabitation made uneasy by conservative politics, as well as the patriarchal and theocratic pressures put on women and their bodies. THE LAST DANCE [DIRECTOR'S CUT] Can : Por. Dei Yuk Lit : Breaking. Hell d. Anselm Chan Mau Yin Dayo Wong Tsz Wah, Michael Hui Koon Man, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Catherine Chau Ka Yee, Paul Chun Pui, Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling), Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Rosa Maria Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Chung Suet Ying Rating : IIB Length : 126 mins. Length : 139 mins. (Director's Cut) Opening October 10 2024 at the Hawaii International Film Festival Opening November 14 2024 Opening March 14 2025 at the Osaka Asian Film Festival (Director's Cut) Opening April 4 2025 (Director's Cut) Trailer : https://youtu.be/om4lN8N-TIc Site : https://hiff.org/events/thelastdance/ Site : https://oaff.jp/en/programs/2025-hk03/ (Director's Cut) [ 20TH OSAKA ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] After Covid bankrupts wedding planner Dominic, he moves into caring for cadavers by taking over his girlfriend’s uncle's place in a funeral parlour. His services become a hit with everyone except a crotchety conservative Taoist priest, Master Man, who is unconvinced that Dominic is committed to spiritual care. Thus Dominic digs into all of the details of deathcare while discovering Man’s dedication to the dead means he disregards his nearest and dearest. Filmed in funeral homes in Hong Kong's Hung Hom district, the film has a ring of authenticity while delivering whip-smart verbal comedy via Michael HUI and Dayo WONG as a mismatched pair. From there, it opens up into a more considered look at the Taoist influence in Hong Kong’s funeral rituals and a fascinating family drama that explores how gender roles are affected by these traditions. [ HAWAII INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Starring current Hong Kong comedy king Dayo Wong and comedy legend Michael Hui, THE LAST DANCE is the story of a debt-ridden wedding planner who finds unexpected success as a funeral planner, but he has to win over a traditional Taoist priest to stay in the business...The pandemic has sent most industries into recession. Mired in debt, wedding planner Dominic gets a miraculous chance to turn things around when a funeral planner retires and passes the baton to him. Planning weddings and funerals are polar opposites, but Dominic puts his all into his new job, from opening graves, digging coffins, to handling the deceased. No matter how unpleasant it gets, he takes on everything with gusto. However, the biggest obstacle is getting the approval of respected Taoist priest, Master Man. In his 70s, Master Man is a traditional man who has devoted his life to his Taoist faith. He wants to pass the mantle to his son, Ben, but Ben is more devoted to his wife and kids than to Taoism. Master Man's daughter, Yuet, respects her father greatly. However, since her ancestors dictated that women are filthy by nature, Yuet doesn't take romantic relationships seriously. PUI PUI MOLCAR THE MOVIE: MOLMAX d. Mankyu Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 68 mins. Opening April 3 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUT ] Molcars are becoming AI?!Looks like Molcity has entered a high-tech era too! High-tech AI Molcars have finally been introduced to the world of Molcar. One by one, drivers are switching over to these cutting-edge vehicles. One day, Potato and friends got swept up in a car chase between a mysterious group and an AI Molcar named "Canon". When things seemed hopeless, a remarkably skilled driver suddenly swooped in to save the day. It seems said driver is searching for his Molcar companion, who has been missing for a long time. Upon hearing this, Potato and friends set out to find the missing Molcar with the help of Canon's AI abilities... COLORFUL STAGE! THE MOVIE: A MIKU WHO CAN'T SING d. Hiroyuki Hata Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 106 mins. Opening April 3 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUT ] "Please tell me about yourself. Maybe then I'll know how to sing." Hoshino Ichika unexpectedly hears a song sung by Hatsune Miku at a record store, a song she had never heard before. As she wonders about it, she notices a screen showing an unfamiliar "Hatsune Miku." Shocked, she exclaims, "Miku!?" Startled by Ichika's shout, Miku makes eye contact with her but quickly disappears. After a street performance a few days later, the same Miku suddenly appears on Ichika's phone. Looking somewhat despondent, Miku shares her story with Ichika, revealing her wish to convey her songs to certain people. However, no matter how much she sings, her voice never seems to reach them. During the recent concert, Miku saw Ichika touching many hearts with her voice. It gave Miku hope that by understanding Ichika, she might also be able to transmit her voice to others. Summoning her courage, she approaches Ichika. Ichika smiles in response to her request and says, "If I can help in any way," readily agreeing to assist her. Thus begins the new story of Hatsune Miku and the teenagers. SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN CINEMAS d. Yoondong Oh SEVENTEEN Length : 130 mins. Opening April 2 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] SEVENTEEN RIGHT HERE! Experience the unforgettable moments of SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR on the big screen, starting with the electrifying kickoff concert in Goyang! From the special concert version of "Fear" to exclusive live performances of "LOVE, MONEY, FAME (feat. DJ Khaled)" and "Ash", the full setlist—available only at the concert—will be screened in its entirety! Get ready to be immersed in the dynamic charm of SEVENTEEN’s three iconic units—Hip-hop Unit, Performance Unit, and Vocal Unit—as well as a thrilling relay of their biggest title tracks, showcasing SEVENTEEN’s A to Z! A legendary moment, created by SEVENTEEN, for SEVENTEEN, and with SEVENTEEN, comes to life once again in the cinemas! SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN CINEMAS will be released on the big screen in cinemas worldwide starting from 2 April, and will be available in 2D and 4DX versions. Broadway Circuit will exclusively present the 4DX version! ! OMG! MOM'S BIG NEWS Can : OMG! AH MA YAU HEI d. Ernest Chong (Cheung Shun Yuen) Anita Yuen Wing Yee, Fong Chan, Chris Tong Bing Yu, Juztin Lan (Lau Gai Fai), Miko Wong (Wong Kit Kei) Rating : I Length : 88 mins. Opening March 8 2025 (Special Screening) Opening March 31 2025 (Special Screening) Opening April 18 2025 (Previews) Opening May 15 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/rjhYTULDeJE [ NEWPORT CIRCUIT ] Rita, 53, and her husband Li Shaoxiong were planning their retirement when they suddenly discovered that they were pregnant! Both the couple wanted to have the child removed, but they didn't know how to tell each other. Until at a family dinner, two children accidentally discovered the secret of their mother, Lao Wa Niu Zhu, and the reaction was uproar. At the same time, Shao Xiong's sister-Fuk Ling returned from abroad and decided to move in with everyone. The incompatible relationship between sister-in-law and sister-in-law suddenly plunged the Li family into a chaotic dispute. In anger, Rita decided to become a senior mother and decided to give birth to the child in her belly. The peaceful and well-off family began an unprecedented "big reform". However, during this wonderful pregnancy process, everyone began to become different because of this sudden little life...including Fuking, who had been married for many years but did not want to have children; his otaku son who was not good at expressing himself; The little daughter who is young and beautiful but has never treated others sincerely; and the father who lacks the courage to face himself... Just when everything thought that the dust had settled, everyone received news: the child in the belly may be suffering from "Down Syndrome" Faced with a life that is easy to come by and difficult to persist in, how should Rita choose? MY LOVE WILL MAKE YOU DISAPPEAR d. Chad V. Vidanes Kim Chiu, Paulo Avelino Opening March 28 2025 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] Sari, who believes every man she loves disappears because of a curse, meets Jolo, a man looking for a way out of his messy life. Together, they confront their fears and pasts as they discover that love, even when cursed, is worth fighting for. PEG O' MY HEART AKA :THE SHADOW OF REDEMPTION Can : Shook Mung d. Nick Cheung Ka Fai Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Fala Chen, Terrance Lau Chun Him, Rebecca Zhu Chenli, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Julius Brian Siswojo, Natalie Hsu (Hui Yan Yi), Yem Yuen Yee Man, Brian Lee Hoi Yin@24 Herbs, Lauria Wu Ga Ying, Rating : IIB Length : 97 mins. Opening April 30 2024 at the 2024 Udine Far East Film Festival Opening July 21 2024 at the Malaysia International Film Festival Opening March 27 2025 [ CINEMA CITY ] Dr. Man, an unorthodox psychiatrist, is skilled at extracting the deepest secrets of his patients. One day, he hops into a random cab and encounters Choi, the cab driver. Man finds Choi's condition deeply disturbing but is unable to express his concern during the short cab ride. A few day later, the two men cross paths again. Choi has been ordered to undergo a psychiatric evaluation due to his alleged involvement in reckless driving, and Man is assigned to his case. Man quickly realizes that Choi struggles to differentiate between dreams and reality. He constantly sees "devils". Awake or not, his mind can never rest; his body continues to waste away. As hopeless as Choi's condition seems, Man is determined to get to the bottom of his story. As Choi's story unfolds, Man begins to experience disturbing and perplexing dreams. These dreams are vivid and unsettling. The deeper Man delves into Choi's past, the more intense and haunting his nightmares become. Man becomes increasingly suspicious of what is pay for uncovering the ghosts hidden in Choi's closet? [ CINEMA ONLINE MALAYSIA ] Choi San-keung, a taxi driver who perpetually lacks sleep, thus endangering anyone who sets foot in his taxi. One passenger is psychiatrist Dr Man, who survives the taxi ride and offers to help Choi. The offer is refused, but Choi later becomes Dr Man's involuntary patient after a particularly egregious night of driving. Dr Man has his own personal issues: his motto is "I think a doctor should do more than prescribe meds," which means a doctor should also investigate his patients secretly in defiance of common sense and hospital protocol. In a parallel to Choi, Dr Man also has sleeping issues. He suffers from disturbing dreams of his deceased mother, which hints at a secret involving his father, and perhaps some repressed memories. THE COLORS WITHIN d. Naoko Yamada Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 101 mins. Opening March 27 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Synesthete Totsuko can see others as colors. Honor student Kimi has dropped out of school but still pretends to attend for her grandmother's sake. They reunite and decide to form a band with Rui, who dreams of composing on analog synthesizers but whose mother expects him to become a doctor. Together, they find freedom, joy, and love. FIRST KISS Can : Chuen Yuen Sik Hung Dik Chor Mun d. Ayuko Tsukahara Takako Matsu, Hokuto Matsumura, Riho Yoshioka, Nana Mori, Lily Franky, Rating : I Length : 124 mins. Opening March 27 2025 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] Kanna Suzuri is married to Kakeru Suzuri. After 15 years of marriage, Kakeru Suzuri suddenly dies in an accident. Prior to the accident, their marriage was going through difficulties and they were on bad terms with each other. Now, Kanna Suzuri is about to start her new life. At that time, she obtains a way time travel through time. She travels to the past and she meets young Kakeru Suzuri, right before she met him for the first time. Seeing the younger Kakeru Suzuri, she realizes that she loved him and she falls in love with him again. She decides to save him from his death that happens 15 years later. GRAND MAISON PARIS d. Ayuko Tsukahara Takuya Kimura, Kyoka Suzuki, Ok Taec-yeon, Yoshinori Masakado, Yuta Tamamori, Kanichiro, Ayako Yoshitani, Anne Nakamura, Ai Tominaga, Mitsuhiro Oikawa, Ikki Sawamura Rating : IIA Length : 112 mins. Opening March 27 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] After their restaurant "Grand Maison Tokyo" earned a Michelin three- star, Natsuki Obana and Rinko Hayami venture to Paris to open "Grand Maison Paris," aiming to become the first Asian chefs to achieve the same honor. However, they face cultural challenges and intense pressure in a city filled with culinary masters. Following a mishap at a gala dinner, Obana makes a pact with his former mentor: he will leave France if they don't earn three stars in the next Michelin evaluation. Can Obana and his team overcome these obstacles to achieve their dream? PAI NIANG NIANG: THE LAST OSMANTHUS BLOSSOM Can : Bak Neung Neung: Yut Der Chi Gwai Fa d. Isabel Wong Tsui Wah Rating : I Length : 65 mins. Opening March 23 2025 [ GOLDEN SCENE CINEMA ] In March 1972, Rebecca Pan self-financed the production of the first ever Mandarin musical, Pai Niang Niang (1972) and performed for 60 times at Princess Theatre, Tsim Sha Tsui. This is not only a piece of history of Hong Kong art and culture, but also the most important milestone of Rebecca's oeuvre. This work used the Broadway musical model to adapt the famous Chinese myth Legend of the White Snake. Bringing together Eastern and Western theatrical styles, the production combined Chinese traditional music, dance, costume and stage design with modern Western concepts. Despite this bold attempt, the resulting work was ahead of its time and was not a commercial success. Also, it was thought to have not been captured on film and faded into obscurity. In April, 2023, however, a partial film record of the performance was miraculously discovered. The restored surviving footage has become the finale of this documentary, Pai Niang Niang: The Last Osmanthus Blossom. This documentary is directed by director Wong Tsui-wah, Isabel. During the years of observation and excavation, Isabel has been looking for various aspects of Pai Niang Niang, and through this documentary, she recorded every detail of Pai Niang Niang. PIERCE d. Nelicia Low Liu Hsiu-fu, Tsao Yu-ning, Ding Ning Rating : IIB Length : 106 Opening March 20 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Drawing from her own background as a competitive fencer, Nelicia Low makes a stunning feature directorial debut with this drama set in the world of fencing. Young fencer Zijie finds his world upended when his older brother, three-time national fencing champion Zihan, is released from juvenile prison. Zihan was incarcerated for what he maintains was the accidental death of an opponent. Zijie wants some connection (and fencing tips) from his enigmatic older brother, but their mother is convinced of Zihan's malevolence and seeks to end their brotherly bond. Featuring meticulously staged fencing matches and pitch-perfect performances, this unnerving psychodrama announces Nelicia Low as a future talent to follow. WITCH WATCH: WATCH PARTY d. Ikehata Hiroshi Japanese Animation Opening March 20 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The magic is beyond imagination! Morihito Otogi, a high school student with the power of an Ogre, ends up living with Nico, his witch-in-training childhood friend, as her familiar! While Nico is excited to be reunited with her childhood friend, Morihito has a mission as her familiar to protect Nico from a prophesied disaster. Nico's magic causes unpredictable trouble, and the two teenagers are living together... Here begins the journey filled with trouble and wonders! From Kenta Shinohara, the author of "SKET DANCE" and "Astra Lost in Space," a bizarre magical comedy is about to unfold! UTANO*PRINCESAMA ALL STAR STAGE -DRAMATIC MAGICAL STORY- Length : 135 mins. Opening March 16 2025 [ GOLDEN HARVEST ] Utano*Princesama ALL STAR STAGE -Dramatic Magical Story- is confirmed to be held exclusively in GH cinemas! "Utano*Princesama ALL STAR STAGE" is the joint live concert held by ?ST*RISH?and?QUARTET NIGHT?from Shining Agency in addition to?HE*VENS?from Raging Entertainment. This Live concept delivered by those 18members is "Dramatic Magical Story." They will take you to a world of stories spun by music. You will be enchanted... Duration stated above serves as reference only. The actual show runtime is subjected to the live performance. LITTLE DAZZLED EYES Can : Wan Guong d. Chung Yik Ching, Lainey Wong Hiu Yee Sean Wong Tsz Lok, Yau Tsz Tung, Wong Hon Jo Opening March 15 2025 Length : 30 mins. Site : https://oaff.jp/en/programs/2025-hk01/ Trailer : https://youtu.be/HhZNUsrqZdg [ 20TH OSAKA ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL 2025 ] It is the summer of 2003 and the SARS epidemic is easing so school resumes but this doesn't ease the loneliness of Hau-ching, it sharpens it. When she overhears her class crush complimenting another girl on her glasses, she tries various tricks to become short-sighted to get a pair of her own and capture his gaze. Ironically, her efforts bring into focus her fraying family ties, particularly those with her mother whose night-time absences grow more disturbing. Director CHUNG Yik-ching roots us in Hau-ching's poignant search for love and companionship by contrasting the innocent appeals for attention in a bustling classroom with the messy relationships of adults and skillfully interweaving them together at a magical night- time finale when people truly look at her and see her. ZEROBASEONE THE FIRST TOUR [TIMELESS WORLD] IN CINEMAS d. Yoondong Oh Sung Han Bin, Kim Ji Woong, Zhang Hao, Seok Matthew, Kim Tae Rae, Ricky, Kim Gyu Vin, Park Gun Wook, Han Yu Jin Opening March 15 2025 [ EMPEROR CINEMAS ] Experience the electrifying first world tour of ZEROBASEONE on the big screen, the headliner of fifth generation of K-POP boy groups, featuring the live performance, backstage footages, and heartfelt interviews for ZEROSE. Achieving significant milestones in their first year of debut and captivating 140,000 fans across 8 cities on their first world tour, ZEROBASEONE's journey with ZEROSE takes center stage on the big screen. From iconic songs such as "In Bloom", "Feel the POP", and "GOOD SO BAD" to "Say My Name" and "Here I Am" from the show Boys Planet, behind-the-scenes footage that can only be found in the movie, to intimate interviews brimming with heartfelt feelings for ZEROSE. ZEROBASEONE's groundbreaking performance is coming to the big screen. The time ZEROBASEONE spent with ZEROSE that will forever be remembered as the best day ZEROBASEONE THE FIRST TOUR [TIMELESS WORLD] IN CINEMAS THE SOLITARY GOURMENT d. Yutaka Matsushige Yutaka Matsushige, Joe Odagiri, Isomura Hayato, Sansei Shiomi, Takehiro Murata, Uchida Yuki, Anne Watanabe, Yoo Jae-Myung Length : 110 mins. Opening March 14 2025 [ EMPEROR CINEMAS ] Goro Inogashira runs his own imported goods business and travels all over Japan for work. During his trips, he loves to try different restaurants by himself. Now, Goro Inogashira travels abroad and tries to find the ultimate soup. THE LAST DANCE [DIRECTOR'S CUT] Can : Por. Dei Yuk Lit : Breaking. Hell d. Anselm Chan Mau Yin Dayo Wong Tsz Wah, Michael Hui Koon Man, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Catherine Chau Ka Yee, Paul Chun Pui, Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling), Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Rosa Maria Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Chung Suet Ying Rating : IIB Length : 126 mins. Length : 139 mins. (Director's Cut) Opening October 10 2024 at the Hawaii International Film Festival Opening November 14 2024 Opening March 14 2025 at the Osaka Asian Film Festival (Director's Cut) Opening April 4 2025 (Director's Cut) Trailer : https://youtu.be/om4lN8N-TIc Site : https://hiff.org/events/thelastdance/ Site : https://oaff.jp/en/programs/2025-hk03/ (Director's Cut) [ 20TH OSAKA ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] After Covid bankrupts wedding planner Dominic, he moves into caring for cadavers by taking over his girlfriend’s uncle's place in a funeral parlour. His services become a hit with everyone except a crotchety conservative Taoist priest, Master Man, who is unconvinced that Dominic is committed to spiritual care. Thus Dominic digs into all of the details of deathcare while discovering Man’s dedication to the dead means he disregards his nearest and dearest. Filmed in funeral homes in Hong Kong's Hung Hom district, the film has a ring of authenticity while delivering whip-smart verbal comedy via Michael HUI and Dayo WONG as a mismatched pair. From there, it opens up into a more considered look at the Taoist influence in Hong Kong’s funeral rituals and a fascinating family drama that explores how gender roles are affected by these traditions. [ HAWAII INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Starring current Hong Kong comedy king Dayo Wong and comedy legend Michael Hui, THE LAST DANCE is the story of a debt-ridden wedding planner who finds unexpected success as a funeral planner, but he has to win over a traditional Taoist priest to stay in the business...The pandemic has sent most industries into recession. Mired in debt, wedding planner Dominic gets a miraculous chance to turn things around when a funeral planner retires and passes the baton to him. Planning weddings and funerals are polar opposites, but Dominic puts his all into his new job, from opening graves, digging coffins, to handling the deceased. No matter how unpleasant it gets, he takes on everything with gusto. However, the biggest obstacle is getting the approval of respected Taoist priest, Master Man. In his 70s, Master Man is a traditional man who has devoted his life to his Taoist faith. He wants to pass the mantle to his son, Ben, but Ben is more devoted to his wife and kids than to Taoism. Master Man's daughter, Yuet, respects her father greatly. However, since her ancestors dictated that women are filthy by nature, Yuet doesn't take romantic relationships seriously. DARK NUNS Can : Kui Mor Hak Sau Nui Lit : Exorcizing Dark Nuns d. Kwon Hyeok-Jae Song Hye-Kyo, Jeon Yeo-Been, Moon Woo-Jin Opening March 13 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Are you ready to venture into the forbidden? Sister Giunia is convinced that the evil spirit possessing Hee-joon is one of the 12 Manifestations. With the exorcist priest unable to come in time and Hee-joon's life clearly at risk, Sister Giunia decides to break a sacred rule: 'An unordained nun cannot perform an exorcism.' However, Father Paolo, Hee-joon's attending physician, firmly believes that only medicine can save the boy. When Sister Giunia discovers a secret about Father Paolo's disciple, Sister Michela, she recklessly seeks her help to smuggle Hee-joon out of the hospital. Despite clashing with the fearless Giunia, Michela, feeling a connection to the boy, decides to join forces. Together, the two nuns embark on a dangerous ritual, determined to save the boy at all costs, no matter the risks or consequences. There's only one rule: Save him at all costs! TAEYEON CONCERT - THE TENSE: LIVE VIEWING TAEYEON (Girls Generation) Length : 140 mins. Opening March 8 2025 [ EMPEROR CINEMAS ] Experience the exciting tension of TAEYEON CONCERT - The TENSE live on the big screen! Celebrate Taeyeon's 6th solo concert and the 10th anniversary of her solo debut with this special performance in cinemas! TRUE LOVE, FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE Can : Chin Chin Shui Yuet d. Siu Koon Ho Cecilia Yip Tung, Gardner Tse Kwan Ho, Vanora Hui Yuet Sheung, Himmy Wong Ting Him, Shui Jie, Stephanie Che Yuen Yuen, Tai Bo, Alan Yeung Wai Lun, Carl Ng Ka Lung, Onitsuka Ng Kin Chung (Gwai Chung), Hung Koon Ho Rating : IIB Length : 109 mins. Opening September 26th 2024 at the 8th Pingyao International Film Festival Opening October 22 2024 at the 21st Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening December 6 2024 (Preview) Opening March 7 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/stl5xGVvd20 [ 2024 NEW YORK ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] In this melodrama produced by Fruit Chan, art director and scriptwriter Siu Koon-ho makes his feature directorial debut with an exploration of traditional marriage. Tracing the lifelong relationship between two lovers who aren't necessarily meant to be, the film boasts powerhouse performances by seasoned actors Cecilia Yip and Tse Kwan-ho. The couple's marriage falters when Andrew pursues his career in mainland China in the 90s. After many years, Sabrina finally comes to terms with their separation and moves on following her retirement. However, her new life is shattered by the news of Andrew's serious illness. SALLI d. Lien Chien-Hung Esther Liu, Austin Lin, DJ Didilong, Tang Yung-hsu, Yang Li-yin Rating : III Length : 105 mins. Opening February 28 2025 [ EMPEROR CINEMAS ] The online romance of Hui-Jun with a foreigner ignites gossip in the peaceful rural town where she lives. Hui-Jun is a 38-year-old Taiwanese chicken farmer, living with her brother and teenage niece Xin-Ru. She has been single for a long time and is not very good at interacting with other people. One day, Xin-Ru downloads an online dating app on Hui-Jun’s mobile phone. Unexpectedly, Hui-Jun, who doesn't speak English, develops a romantic relationship through the app with a French man "Martin". In the online world, she is "Salli". The villagers laugh at Hui-Jun and tell her that it is a romance scam, but Hui-Jun refuses to believe them. She believes it is true love. But all of a sudden, Martin disappears. To prove Martin's existence, Hui- Jun, who has never been abroad, decides to leave for Paris to find him.. LITTLE RED SWEET Can : Hung Dau Lit : Red Bean d. Vincent Chow Wing Simon Yam Tat, Stephy Tang Lai Yan, Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun, Mimi Kung Chi Yan, Kevin Chu Kam Yin, Fung So Bo, Fong Ping, Amy Lo Wai Man Rating : I Length : 92 mins. Opening November 3rd 2024 at the London East Asia Film Festival Opening December 13 2024 (Preview) Opening February 27 2025 [ GOLDEN HARVEST CINEMAS ] "Cheung Hing Kee" is a Chinese dessert shop owned by a married couple Simon and Mimi in Kowloon City in the 1980s. Their daughter Stephy has always dreamt to fly and she became a flight attendant. Younger brother Jeffrey is just another carefree university student. A classic Chaozhou family. Everything changed when Mimi got a stroke and was left unconscious, leading the family into a chaos. Unbending as Stephy, unbearable to see Simon taking all on his back, decides to quit her job and return to his assistance. Yet, Simon is a traditional man, he does not appreciate her help. With the absence of Mimi, they are clueless on how to communicate with each other. Kowloon City is undergoing reconstruction and property developers have evicted them. Stephy's Canada born-Chinese boyfriend Kevin proposed to her, offered her to leave Hong Kong and live together abroad in Canada. On the crossroads of Kowloon City, struck with the current of time, Stephy's choice and her family's "Cheung Hing Kee", [ 2024 LONDON EAST ASIA FILM FESTIVAL ] Directed by Vincent Chow, Little Red Sweet will bring the festival to a moving close with a heartfelt family drama set in 1980s Kowloon City. The story follows Simon and Mimi, a married couple whose daughter Stephy dreams of becoming a flight attendant. When Mimi suffers a devastating stroke, the family's world is turned upside down. This emotional journey is a poignant exploration of familial bonds, sacrifice, and resilience. Director Vincent Chow and lead actor Simon Lam will join the audience for an intimate Q&A after the screening, offering insights into the film's powerful performances and themes. BEAUTIFUL AUDREY d. Lee Young-Kook Kim Jung-nan, Park Ji-hoon, Kim Gi-du Rating : IIA Length : 101 mins. Opening February 27 2025 MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM GQUUUUUUX -BEGINNING- d. Kazuya Tsurumaki Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 81 mins. Opening February 27 2025 [ CINEMA CITY ] Amate Yuzuriha is a high-school student living peacefully in a space colony floating in outer space. When she meets a war refugee named Nyaan, Amate is drawn into the illegal mobile suit dueling sport known as Clan Battle. Under the entry name "Machu", she throws herself into fierce battle day after day, piloting the GQuuuuuuX. Then an unidentified Gundam mobile suit pursued by both the space force and the police appears before her, along with its pilot, a boy named Shuji. Now their world is about to enter a new era. [ 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 (Postponed) Opening May 2025 at the 78th Cannes International Film Festival Midnight Screening 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. 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... 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 2023 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) POKEMON THE MOVIE: KOKO d. Tetsuo Yajima Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 100 mins. 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." ONE WEEK FRIENDS d. Gavin Lin Shen Yue, Zhao Jinmai, Lin Yi, Wang Jia-Hui Opening August 11 2022 Trailer : https://youtu.be/YZzA65LK7GQ [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] New student Lin Xiangzhi transferred to ShengHua High School's repeating class. She is quiet and smart but always alone, without making friends with other students. However, she attracts the attention of Xu Youshu, who is not a good student in her class. In the process of trying to be friends with Lin Xiangzhi, he and another two students Song Xiaonan and Jiang Wu, found the secret of Lin Xiangzhi. In order to help this lonely girl, four of them formed a "doomsday survival" team to create surprises for her and their memories. Unbeknownst to them, there is an even sadder secret behind Lin Xiangzhi's illness ...... THE REMNANT Can : Ngok Yun Don Doh Lit : Mean People In Charge d. Mandrew Kwan Man Hin Philip Keung Ho Man, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Cecilia Yip Tung, Vincent Wan Yeung Ming, Ling Man Lung, So Tin Lok, Cheung Kwok King, Deon Cheung Chung Chi, Bryant Mak Chi Lok, Aaron Chow Chi Kwan, Yiyi Zhao (Chiu Yi Wai), Benjamin Auyeung Wai Hoo Opening at Beijing International Film Festival 2024 Opening at the 18th First International Film Festival 2024 Site : https://www.bjiff.com/bfp/fip/rohmer/202404/t20240406_173717.html [ BEIJING INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2024 ] It tells the story of a former gangster who, upon his release from prison, sets up a laundry in an anonymous district and lives a quiet life. After property developers try to grab a rundown building, young gangsters try to throw people out of the building, drug addicts cause trouble and the old-timer heeds his neighbors' calls and fights back. HONG KONG CLASSICS REIMAGINED ILLICIT Can : Gum d. Wing Shya (Ha Wing Hong) Karen Mok Man Wai DEJA VA d. Lawrence Kan Kwan Chun Stanley Yau, Ling Man Lung, Angela Yuen Lai LAM LA ROSE NOIRE VS LAS ROSE NOIRE 2023 Can : Hak Mui Gwai Dui Hak Mui Gwai 2023 d. Kenji Tanigaki Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin, Gillian Chung Yun Tung, Kenny Kwan Tak Bun THE RAW OYSTERS Can : Foon Hei Yuen Ga d. Lemon Liu Sammo Hung Kam Bo, Michelle Yim (Mai Suet), Chu Kam Yin, Jocelyn Chan Ming Hei PASSION CALL Can : Bit Tung Fai d. Wong Kwok Keung Eddie Cheung Siu Fai, Locker Lam Ka Hei SOMEWHERE IN TIME Can : Seung Gein Liu d. Man Lim Chung Sylvia Chang (Cheung Ngai Ga), George Lam Chi Cheung Opening May 17 2024 at the Cannes International Film Festival Opening July 20 2024 FOR ALICE Can : Cup Oi Lai Sze d. Chow Yam Wing Tai Bo, Kuku So Tsz Yan Length : 82 mins. Opening at July 13 2024 the 2024 New York Asian Film Festival Opening Septeber 20 2024 at the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation Malaysia [ 2024 NEW YORK ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] A compact neo-noir bathed in neon and shadows, Chow Kam Wing's chamber piece resurrects Hong Kong's pulp tradition with arthouse flair. Unfolding in the faded opulence of Tsim Sha Tsui's Mirador Mansion, it charts an unlikely bond between grizzled veteran Tai Bo and rising star Kuku So—he a mysterious rescuer, she a teenager running away from her mother's abusive partner. At first Alice (the Wonderland echoes ring deliberately) rebuffs her grizzled savior's gallantry. But their shared loneliness catalyzes a fraught rapprochement amid the mansion's crimson-lit maze. Chow wields colorful yet noirish atmospherics with a maestro's command, the dank stairwells and flickering fluorescents conjuring palpable peril. As this intricate two-hander hurtles toward its cathartic climax, you'll be gasping—not just from the suspense, but from sensing the new lifeblood pulsing through the story. In the live wire intensity between Chow's protagonists burns the fierce promise of the arthouse's inheritance of Hong Kong's pulp legacy. OUT OF THE SHADOW AKA : A HIDDEN SPY Can : Ngor Dai Dik Tui Yun Sun Woot Lit : Undercover's Retirement Life d. Ricky Ko Tsz Pun Kay Tse On Kay, Larine Tang Yueping, ANSONBEAN, Natalie Tong Sze Wing, Lawrence Cheng Tan Shui, Rik Ching Yan Fu@Pomato,Kwan Ho Kit@Pomato Rating: IIA Length: 89 mins. Opening March 6 2024 at the Osaka Asian Film Festival 2024 Opening July 27 2024 at the Montreal Fantasia Festival Opening Septeber 20 2024 at the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation Malaysia fb: https://facebook.com/ahiddenspy Site : https://oaff.jp/en/programs/2024-hk04/ Site : https://fantasiafestival.com/en/film/out-of-the-shadow [ FANTASIA FESTIVAL 2024 ] Look out for the Karate Girl! Injustice has reigned over the quiet town of Shek O in Hong Kong. Chu Po is a young masked vigilante out to help those in need and kick a baddie’s ass. Just as her social-media popularity increases, so do her frequent injuries, as she learns that her beginner's skills may be no match for those of more experienced fighters. Fate draws her to a local church infested with illicit drug-dealing activities. She soon realizes her connection to that church is more personal than expected as there's a link to her family's past. Should she simply stay in the shadows and pray for a miracle, or put her karate chops to good use? An rejuvenated ode to both THE KARATE KID and the action heroines of Hong Kong's Golden Age, the latest from director Ricky Ko after his award-winning TIME (Fantasia 2021) once again nicely combines nostalgia and modernity with a potent mix of martial arts, humour, sweetness, and compelling characters, OUT OF THE SHADOW offers a guaranteed good time, a reminder of why we love HK movies so much in the first place. Starring several rising stars from Hong Kong, including two actors reunited after Fantasia favourite PORT OF CALL (2015), OUT OF THE SHADOW is fresh off several Asian festivals, and makes its first stopover in the West at Fantasia before it hits its home territory this fall. – King-Wei Chu [ OASKA ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL 2024 ] Chu Po is a sprightly teenage girl with a strong sense of justice but her mother, Tao Kuen Ying, would rather they keep a low profile in the fishing town of Tai O. However, people are in need and Po decides to take action after learning a little karate. She soon becomes an internet heroine but keeps it a secret from Tao until she gets in over her head when she comes to the aid of Pastor Hung and his handsome son, Man Chun, who find their church is the front of a drug ring. This is when Tao reveals a secret crime-fighting history of her own. Ricky KO, director of Time (2021, OAFF2022), delivers a playful vigilante film, complete with laughs, fighting, Cantonese humour, and a touch of family drama unfold in the beautiful setting of Tai O. Despite the humour, the message has some moral messages: that one must do the right thing, help others and also know when to seek help. [Jason MAHER] [ SCREEN DAILY FILMART 2023 ] A drama about a mother who has to come out of retirement when the secluded life with her daughter in a seaside village is disturbed, unravelling a long-held family secret. FIGHT FOR TOMORROW Can : Ping Ming Sam Long d. Chan Tai Lee Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Locker Lam Ka Hei, Ying Chi Yuet, Mark Cheng Ho Nam, Sherming Yiu Lok Yi Rating : IIB Length : 101 mins. Opening July 2024 at the 9th Canada China International Film Festival Opening July 17 2024 at the New York Asian Film Festival Opening October 22 2024 at the 21st Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening June 2025 fb : https://www.facebook.com/FightForTomorrowMovie [ 2024 NEW YORK ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] Gritty, pulse-pounding, Chan Tai-Lee's action-drama opus hurls us in a fall-and-rise-again gangster tale that boasts both bone-crunching action and gut-wrenching emotion: Shi Xiu, once a gang leader of mythic proportions known as the "Desperate Third Son" for his almost suicidal loyalty and willingness to risk everything in the name of the jiang hu code, finds himself reduced to a humble working-class worker, struggling to reconnect with his estranged son and atone for a life of crime. Shi's legend was forged through acts of brazen daring, like his infiltration of an enemy stronghold to rescue the wrongly imprisoned Lu Jun-yi from certain execution. Patrick Tam, in a performance of searing intensity, breathes life into a character confronted with the ghosts of his outlaw past, and clinging to hope for rebuilding his fractured life and finding new purpose. Chan, the acclaimed writer of the "Ip Man" franchise, infuses the film with a sense of hard-bitten optimism, suggesting that even in the darkest of times, an indomitable spirit can light the path to a better tomorrow. [ 2024 HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] Former mob leader Shi Sanburo is released from prison and works as a car parker while trying to start a small pub business. One day, Sanburo is caught and sees his son in the police station. Knowing that he has stirred up troubles with gangsters, Sanburo tries to resolve the problem. Never would he expect the leader to be the son of his once triad brother, who double-crossed him and put him in jail. The sons will now fight at the Boxing Championship, bearing the conflicts of their own and the histories of their fathers. Chan Tai-lee, director of Tomorrow Is Another Day[14th], explores a troubled father-son relationship this time, driven by a compelling performance from veteran actor Patrick Tam. VALLEY IN THE SHADOW OF DEATH AKA : THE SIN OF UNFORGIVENESS Can :But Seh Ji Jui d. Jeffrey Lam Sen, Antonio Tam Sin Yeung Anthony Wong Chau Sun, Louisa So Yuk Wah George Au Chun Ho @ P1X3L, Summer Chan Chi Huen, Sheena Chan Shu Yan Length : 83 mins. Opening October 31 2024 at the 37th Tokyo International Film Festival Opening April 14 2025 at the 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening June 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/t-lCYaD6bjU Site : https://2024.tiff-jp.net/en/lineup/film/37003ASF08 [ 37th TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] A pastor struggles with sin and punishment in this intense drama. A boy who killed his daughter is released from prison. Torn between vengeance and God's forgiveness... [ 49th HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] 'Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.' Pastor Leung, who preaches God's forgiveness, finds himself in a dire situation when his church gives shelter to a young man who caused the death of his beloved daughter. Torn between his wish to avenge his daughter, his wife's anger and his principles as a pastor, he struggles to submit to God or the Devil when an opportunity of retribution presents itself. Impressive as ever, Anthony Wong acutely leads the story with a restrained yet intense performance, stretching the questions of faith, hope, and humanity to their extremes. AH CHEUNG: WINGS OF HOPE d. So Ko Ue Documentary Length : 50 mins. Opening November 3 2024 at the 2024 Hong Kong Asian Film Festival [ 2024 HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] Law Wai-cheung is an important figure in promoting disability's rights in Hong Kong. A life in a wheelchair equipped Law with the perseverance and fighting spirit to not only achieve independent living, but even dedicated himself to helping others in the local disabled community to build a life of their own. Executive produced by Oscar winning documentarian Ruby Yang, this documentary by So Ka-ue incorporates heartwarming animation by Macau animator Wong Weng-chon to chronicle Law's life in tandem with the local disability's rights movements from the 60s to the present. 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 Opening January 11 2025 in mainland China Opening March 28 2025 in Taiwan 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. BEL AMI d. Geng Jun Xu Gang, Zhang Zhiyong, Chen Xuanyu, Wang Qing Rating : III Length : 117 mins. Opening April 26 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Inside a cold and lonely city comes a tale of love - from an over-the- top love story between two middle-aged men to a pair of female lovebirds struggling to meet their parents' expectations by marrying men. In a world built upon transactional relationships, finding true love proves challenging, especially for the marginalized. Director Geng Jun leverages his dark humor to examine the challenges faced by homosexuals in a patriarchal society, and tells a story of warmth in finding oneself in a black-and-white world that belongs to their community. Best Leading Actor, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, and Audience Choice Award at Golden Horse Awards. VITAL SIGNS Can : Sung Yuen Toh Jung d. Cheuk Wan Chi Louis Koo Tin Lok, Neo Yau Hawk Sau, Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Poon Chan Leung Rating : IIB Length : 100 mins. Opening April 4 2023 at the Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening April 27 2023 at the Udine Far East Film Festival Opening October 27 2023 at the 36th Tokyo International Film Festival Opening May 1 2025 Site : https://2023.tiff-jp.net/en/lineup/film/3604WFC24 Trailer : https://youtu.be/uKnFrTeguZo [ EMPEROR CINEMAS ] After being reassigned to a new station, paramedic Wong Wai is assigned to ride with Jerry Ma. At first, Wai doesn't agree with Jerry's work style. But after some time, Jerry influences Wai to remember once again that the aim of paramedic work is to save every victim. [ HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] In one of his finest dramatic performances yet, Louis Koo stars as a veteran ambulanceman who simply wants to do his job without any interference from his boss. While he considers emigrating with his daughter, he clashes with his new partner, a young go-getter on the fast-track up the bureaucratic ladder. A mature directorial effort by Cheuk Wan-chi, this dramedy about Hong Kong's civil service culture and the latest emigration wave is a charming, yet sobering love letter to her city and its people, especially those who still remain. THE DUMPLING QUEEN d. Andrew Lau Wai Keung Ma Li, Kara Wai Ying Hung, Zhu Yawen, Ben Yuen Fu Wah Length : 119 mins. Opening May 1 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/xT1FuJt8sVw [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The film is based on a true story. In the 1970s, Zang Jianhe, a woman from Qingdao, was forced to leave her hometown with her two daughters. To make ends meet and raise her children, she washed dishes by day and cleaned cars by night. With no one to rely on, she bore the immense pressure alone. Determined to break free from her fate, Zang Jianhe decided to make a living by selling dumplings. From struggling to attract customers to eventually thriving, she received much support from tough-but-kind Hong Jie, Brother Hua, and Uncle Dessert. Through perseverance, she grew her dumpling business into a success, and her life gradually opened up to new possibilities... HOLY NIGHT: DEMON HUNTERS d. Lim Dae-hee Ma Dong-seok, Seohyun, Lee David, Kyung Soo-jin, Jung Ji-so Opening May 1 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/Ua2BTd4GqUA [ CINEMA CITY ] Holy Night is a team that fights against groups that worship demons. The members of the Holy Night team are Bau, Sharon and Kim Gun. Bau's special ability is his powerful physical strength. Sharon has an ability to identify demons and performs exorcisms. Kim Gun helps Bau and Sharon. Meanwhile, psychiatrist Jung Won visits the Holy Night team to save her younger sister, Eun Seo. A demon resides in Eun Seo's body. TOMORROW X TOGETHER: HYPERFOCUS IN CINEMA d. KYUNGKUK KIM YEONJUN, SOOBIN, BEOMGYU, TAEHYUN, HUENINGKAI Rating : I Length : 42 mins. Opening May 1 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A thrilling new journey with TOMORROW X TOGETHER! Get ready for a more immersive experience beyond the original excitement. With the wide SCREENX screens and realistic 4DX effects, fans will feel like they're truly at the concert. This concert, a special gift for fans, features popular songs like "Sugar Rush Ride" and "Deja Vu" along with TOMORROW X TOGETHER's amazing performances and unique charms, right in front of your eyes on the big screen! TOMORROW X TOGETHER : HYPERFOCUS IN CINEMA The journey towards tomorrow begins with you, once again! ATEEZ WORLD TOUR [TOWARDS THE LIGHT WILL TO POWER] IN CINEMAS Length : 127 min. Opening May 7 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A journey towards the light begins again! In January 2024, ATEEZ's grand world tour concert "TOWARDS THE LIGHT: WILL TO POWER" kicked off in Seoul, sweeping through Japan, North America, Europe, and more with unstoppable momentum. This thrilling prologue will now be reborn on the big screen. From extraordinary performances of iconic hit songs like "The Real (Light Ver.)," "Crazy Form," "Say My Name," and "Guerrilla," to solo performances that showcase each member's unique charm, ATEEZ's overwhelming power will be fully displayed in theatres. With heart-stirring performances and explosive energy, ATEEZ's global journey will shine brightly in an unprecedented way in cinemas. A GILDED GAME Can : Leep Gum. Yau Hei Lit : Gold Hunt. Game AKA : THE TRADING FLOOR AKA : Dong Fong Wa Yi Gai Lit : Eastern Wall Street d. Herman Yau Lai To Andy Lau Tak Wa, Oho Ou Ni Ni, Huang Yi, Reve Jiang Mengjie, Kent Cheng Juk Si, Jasper Liu Opening May 8th 2025 Teaser : https://youtu.be/MToRso9ViL0v [ EMPEROR CINEMAS ] Gao Han is a financially savvy student determined to make a name for himself in the finance field. With his friend Chu Feng's family business – the new energy technology giant "Zhuo Neng" – preparing to go public, Gao Han lands an internship opportunity at an investment bank. Under the guidance of his mentor Todd, a chief analyst, Gao Han quickly rose through the ranks. However, the overwhelming pressure to succeed and the corrupt practices within bank divisions led Gao Han to compromise his principles and be used as a pawn. In the name of glory and fame, he betrayed Todd and joined Helen’s division. Ultimately, this not only caused Gao Han’s relationship with his girlfriend Xu Xiaohui to fall out, but further caused his friend’s family business to suffer and led Todd to walk away from the firm. Gao Han eventually realizes his mistakes and stood his ground to prevent a hostile takeover, thereby redeeming himself in the process. After earnestly asking for Todd’s help, the two worked to successfully help Chu Feng regain control of his family company. UNREACHABLE Can : Dan Si Dik Sai Gai d. Nobuhiro Doi Suzu Hirose, Hana Sugisaki, Kaya Kiyohara Rating : IIA Length : 126 mins. Opening May 8 2025 [ GOLDEN SCENE CINEMA ] Three young women live together in an old house in a corner of Tokyo. They are not related by blood, but they have been bound together by a strong bond for 12 years. They care about each other and spend their own ordinary days together. The matter of unrequited love arises for them that they can't tell anyone. THE RED ENVELOPE d. Chayanop Boonprakob Putthipong Assaratanakul (Billkin), Krit Amnuaydechkorn (PP Krit) Rating : IIA Length : 128 mins. Opening May 8 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/IcCFKQWc_Jc [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Hot-Blooded Line Man Menn accidentally stumbles upon a mysterious ghost marriage red envelope belonging to the gay man Titi, unexpectedly entering into a supernatural marriage contract. Menn, who tries to annul the marriage, finds himself transformed into a living hellish black king, and to save his life, he reluctantly agrees to the marriage. However, in order to regain his "single" status and free himself from Titi, Menn decides to team up with his "ghost husband" to investigate the truth behind Titi's death, hoping to help him rest in peace and be reincarnated. Thus begins a journey filled with laughter and tears, leading to madness... [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] A supernatural marriage story between a human and a ghost. When 'Menn', a super-straight mugger-turned-police spy, accidentally picks up a mysterious red envelope, he is bound by a supernatural contract that forces him to wed a ghost. Fate plays an even crueler trick on him: his 'spouse' is not only dead, but a cute and unapologetically progressive gay man named 'Titi'. Menn must help Titi uncover the truth behind the accident that took Titi's life so he can finally rest in peace and leave Menn alone. All clues eventually lead to an illegal drug case that Menn and 'Goi', an older policewoman that Menn has a crush on, happen to be investigating. Believing that solving this case will benefit his career and love life, Menn takes on this atypical mission to help Titi, leading to an unlikely bond between the living and the dead, a gay and a straight man. TOURNAMENT 9 LUNA DRAGON Can : Gik Dau 9 Lung Yuet Leung d. Sam Leong Sing Chi Sam Leong Sing Chi, Alberto Calvet Gonzalez, Kam Kwong, Wang Wai Tak, Fion Wong Suk Ying, Chow Wing Kei, Chan Chun, Chan Shek Man, Priscila Pak Sin Lan, Ash Silva, Kam Wing Kei Opening 2021 Opening May 15 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/_gsBE33wH3A Trailer 2 : https://youtu.be/7-9ERDrkRZ0 FOX HUNT Tony Leung Chiu Wai, Duan Yihong Opening May 15 2025 [ CINEMA CITY ] Adapted from a real case! 17.4 billion yuan of the people's hard- earned money vanished overnight! The fraudster fled abroad with the money, turning life-saving funds into overseas mansions and pension savings into casino chips! Dai Yichen,the Shanghai-based mastermind of a massive financial fraud who has been on the run for seven years, resurfaces in Paris, France. Chinese economic crime detective Ye Jun leads the "Fox Hunt Team" on a cross-border mission to recover the stolen assets. The former swindler, who embezzled billions of yuan, has now ascended to the overseas high society, while the life savings of tens of thousands of people have been completely destroyed, leading to ruined families and countless tragedies. The flow of the illicit funds remains a mystery, with street chases, human bombs, and traps set by villains at every turn -- each step is a struggle for survival! When the hunter becomes the hunted, can the Fox Hunt Team make a comeback against all odds? A hundred-million-yuan fraud, a cross- border manhunt! ' OMG! MOM'S BIG NEWS Can : OMG! AH MA YAU HEI d. Ernest Chong (Cheung Shun Yuen) Anita Yuen Wing Yee, Fong Chan, Chris Tong Bing Yu, Juztin Lan (Lau Sai Fai), Miko Wong Jie Kee Rating : I Length : 88 mins. Opening March 8 2025 (Special Screening) Opening March 31 2025 (Special Screening) Opening May 15 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/rjhYTULDeJE [ NEWPORT CIRCUIT ] Rita, 53, and her husband Li Shaoxiong were planning their retirement when they suddenly discovered that they were pregnant! Both the couple wanted to have the child removed, but they didn't know how to tell each other. Until at a family dinner, two children accidentally discovered the secret of their mother, Lao Wa Niu Zhu, and the reaction was uproar. At the same time, Shao Xiong's sister-Fuk Ling returned from abroad and decided to move in with everyone. The incompatible relationship between sister-in-law and sister-in-law suddenly plunged the Li family into a chaotic dispute. In anger, Rita decided to become a senior mother and decided to give birth to the child in her belly. The peaceful and well-off family began an unprecedented "big reform". However, during this wonderful pregnancy process, everyone began to become different because of this sudden little life...including Fuking, who had been married for many years but did not want to have children; his otaku son who was not good at expressing himself; The little daughter who is young and beautiful but has never treated others sincerely; and the father who lacks the courage to face himself... Just when everything thought that the dust had settled, everyone received news: the child in the belly may be suffering from "Down Syndrome" Faced with a life that is easy to come by and difficult to persist in, how should Rita choose? KAIJU NO. EIGHT: MISSION RECON d. Tomomi Kamiya, Shigeyuki Miya Japanese Animation Length : 120 mins. Opening May 15 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In a Kaiju-filled Japan, Kafka Hibino works in monster disposal. After reuniting with his childhood friend Mina Ashiro, a rising star in the anti-Kaiju Defense Force, he decides to pursue his abandoned dream of joining the Force... when he suddenly transforms into the powerful "Kaiju No. 8." With help from his junior colleague Reno Ichikawa, Kafka hides his identity while striving towards his life-long dream of passing the Defense Force exam and standing at Mina's side. But when mysterious intelligent Kaiju attack a Defense Force base, Kafka faces a crucial decision in a desperate situation... (Hoshina's Day Off) A day off... a rare day of peace for the Defense Force. After spending so long training, Reno has forgotten what he's supposed to do with free time. He sees that Hoshina is up to something with his own day off, and decides to go on a mission to tail him with Iharu! But then things go in an unexpected direction... GIRLS ON WIRE Can : Seung Fei Dik Nui Hai d. Vivian Qu Liu Haocun, Vicky Chen (Wen Qi), Zhang Youhao, Zhou You, Peng Jing Rating : IIB Length : 115 mins. Opening May 22 2025 [ GOLDEN SCENE CINEMA ] Cousins Tian Tian and Fang Di were raised like sisters until family struggles pushed them apart. Fang Di moves away to work as a stuntwoman in China’s largest film studios to clear her family's debts. Tian Tian remains behind, left to deal with her father's addiction, and falls prey to the local mafia. Forced to escape to the big city, Tian Tian seeks out her cousin. Thrown together against their will and pursued by the mob, they will need to combine their strength and resilience to escape a dramatic fate that threatens to consume them both. 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 (Postponed) Opening May 2025 at the 78th Cannes International Film Festival Midnight Screening BEHIND THE SHADOWS Can : Si Ga Jing Tam Lit : Private Detective FKA : MEI CHUI Lit : PIGGYBACKING d. Jonathan Li Tsz Chun, Chou Man Yu Louis Koo Tin Lok, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Liu Kuan Ting (Lau Koon Ting), Raymond Wong Ho Yin, Renci Yeung Si Wing, Eddie Cheung Su Fai, Yumi Wong Sze Kei, Auguste Kwan Teik Hooi (Kwan Tak Fai), Phei Yong (Pui Wing) Opening May 31st 2025 in the mainland VALLEY IN THE SHADOW OF DEATH AKA : THE SIN OF UNFORGIVENESS Can :But Seh Ji Jui d. Jeffrey Lam Sen, Antonio Tam Sin Yeung Anthony Wong Chau Sun, Louisa So Yuk Wah George Au Chun Ho @ P1X3L, Summer Chan Chi Huen, Sheena Chan Shu Yan Length : 83 mins. Opening October 31 2024 at the 37th Tokyo International Film Festival Opening April 14 2025 at the 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival Opening June 5 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/t-lCYaD6bjU Site : https://2024.tiff-jp.net/en/lineup/film/37003ASF08 [ 37th TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] A pastor struggles with sin and punishment in this intense drama. A boy who killed his daughter is released from prison. Torn between vengeance and God's forgiveness... [ 49th HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] 'Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.' Pastor Leung, who preaches God's forgiveness, finds himself in a dire situation when his church gives shelter to a young man who caused the death of his beloved daughter. Torn between his wish to avenge his daughter, his wife's anger and his principles as a pastor, he struggles to submit to God or the Devil when an opportunity of retribution presents itself. Impressive as ever, Anthony Wong acutely leads the story with a restrained yet intense performance, stretching the questions of faith, hope, and humanity to their extremes. TRAPPED Can : Dai Fung Sat d. Zhang Qi Bai Ke, Xin Baiqing, Geng Le, Yueting Lang, Li Xiaochuan, Benyu Zhang, Li Haotian, Zuo Jie Zeren, Leon Li, Li Yan, Xue Xuchun, Sabu, Roy Wang, Rebecca Li Opening June 6 2025 BEHIND THE SHADOWS Can : Si Ga Jing Tam Lit : Private Detective FKA : MEI CHUI Lit : PIGGYBACKING d. Jonathan Li Tsz Chun, Chou Man Yu Louis Koo Tin Lok, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Liu Kuan Ting (Lau Koon Ting), Raymond Wong Ho Yin, Renci Yeung Si Wing, Eddie Cheung Su Fai, Yumi Wong Sze Kei, Auguste Kwan Teik Hooi (Kwan Tak Fai), Phei Yong (Pui Wing) Opening May 31st 2025 in the mainland Opening June 12th 2025 ATONEMENT AKA: IN TURMOIL Can : Ah Lung d. Mark Wu Yiu Fai, Ronald Cheng Chung Kei Ronald Cheng Chung Kei, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Philip Keung Ho Man, Jiang Chao, Fu Shun Ying, Rating : IIB Length : 112 mins. Opening September 5 2019 in Malaysia (POSTPONED) Opening April 17 2025 (POSTPONE) Opening June 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/gzp_xHwzjMM [ 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? FIGHT FOR TOMORROW Can : Ping Ming Sam Long d. Chan Tai Lee Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Locker Lam Ka Hei, Ying Chi Yuet, Mark Cheng Ho Nam, Sherming Yiu Lok Yi, Ben Yuen Fu Wah, Stephen Ho Kai Nam, Donny Ng Chi Hei, Law Lan, Law Wing Cheong Rating : IIB Length : 101 mins. Opening July 2024 at the 9th Canada China International Film Festival Opening July 17 2024 at the New York Asian Film Festival Opening October 22 2024 at the 21st Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening June 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/b_Y1jwXA6nk fb : https://www.facebook.com/FightForTomorrowMovie [ 2024 NEW YORK ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] Gritty, pulse-pounding, Chan Tai-Lee's action-drama opus hurls us in a fall-and-rise-again gangster tale that boasts both bone-crunching action and gut-wrenching emotion: Shi Xiu, once a gang leader of mythic proportions known as the "Desperate Third Son" for his almost suicidal loyalty and willingness to risk everything in the name of the jiang hu code, finds himself reduced to a humble working-class worker, struggling to reconnect with his estranged son and atone for a life of crime. Shi's legend was forged through acts of brazen daring, like his infiltration of an enemy stronghold to rescue the wrongly imprisoned Lu Jun-yi from certain execution. Patrick Tam, in a performance of searing intensity, breathes life into a character confronted with the ghosts of his outlaw past, and clinging to hope for rebuilding his fractured life and finding new purpose. Chan, the acclaimed writer of the "Ip Man" franchise, infuses the film with a sense of hard-bitten optimism, suggesting that even in the darkest of times, an indomitable spirit can light the path to a better tomorrow. [ 2024 HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] Former mob leader Shi Sanburo is released from prison and works as a car parker while trying to start a small pub business. One day, Sanburo is caught and sees his son in the police station. Knowing that he has stirred up troubles with gangsters, Sanburo tries to resolve the problem. Never would he expect the leader to be the son of his once triad brother, who double-crossed him and put him in jail. The sons will now fight at the Boxing Championship, bearing the conflicts of their own and the histories of their fathers. Chan Tai-lee, director of Tomorrow Is Another Day[14th], explores a troubled father-son relationship this time, driven by a compelling performance from veteran actor Patrick Tam. PAW LANDS d. Au Cheuk Man Documentary Rating : I Length : 103 mins. Opening October 27 2024 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival 2024 Opening July 10 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] For many, home is a refuge and a sanctuary; for stray animals, however, a loving home remains a distant dream. From 2019 to 2023, director Au Cheuk-man followed the non-profit organisation Paws Guardian on their harrowing missions to rescue and rehome stray animals – many of whom were abandoned, abused, or tortured. The result is a heartrending collection of stories on survival and resilience, highlighting the brutal realities faced by stray animals: of the 40 stray dogs featured in this documentary, only four ultimately found new homes. GACHIAKUTA Japanese Animation Opening July 24th 2025 --- [ NORTH AMERICA AREA CONCERTS ] * THE YOUNGER ME WAKIN CHAU CONCERT TOUR AUSTRALIA DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, June 10 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Rod Laver Arena at Melbourne Park Olympic Boulevard and Batman Ave., Melbourne and Olympic Park Trust Melbourne VIC 3001 Australia TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETEK https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=WAKINCHA25 * THE YOUNGER ME WAKIN CHAU CONCERT TOUR AUSTRALIA DATE AND TIME: Saturday, June 7 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Qudos Bank Arena Olympic Blvd and Edwin Flack Avenue Sydney Olympic Park New South Wales 2127 Australia https://qudosbankarena.com.au/event/jj-lin TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=WAKINCHA25 * RAINIE YANG "LIKE A STAR" CONCERT IN ATLANTIC CITY DATE AND TIME : Friday, May 31 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa 1 Borgata Way Atlantic City NJ TICKET PRICES: $ 338, 288, 188, 138 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: https://99concerts.com/rainie-yang-ac * RAINIE YANG "LIKE A STAR" CONCERT IN RENO DATE AND TIME : Sunday, May 25 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Reno Events Center 400 N. Center St. Reno NV TICKET PRICES: $ 288, 188, 128, 98, 78 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: SELLINGTICKET.US https://sellingticket.us/rainie-yang San Francisco World Bookstore 824 Stockton St., 415.963.1998 San Francisco Elderly Service 415.867.2812 Win On Travel 728 Pacific Ave, Suite 114 415.730.2007/415.834.1623 * RAINIE YANG "LIKE A STAR" IN LOS ANGELES DATE AND TIME : Friday, May 23 2025 @ 9 PM VENUE LOCATION: Pechanga Summit at Pechanga Resort and Casino 45000 Pechanga Pkwy, Temecula CA 92592 https://www.pechanga.com/entertain/rainie-yang TICKET PRICES: $ 288, 228, 158, 128, 98, 78 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: TICKETMASTER https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0A006252F4424B8A ONLINE https://99concerts.com/rainie-yang-la Ng Hing Kee Rosemead 626-931-6688 Fanta Travel and Tours 117 S San Gabriel Blvd San Gabriel CA 91776 626-286-2828 626-786-1881 * YIP SAI WING "YOU AND ME" WORLD TOUR DATE AND TIME: Saturday May 17 2025 @ 7 PM VENUE LOCATION: John Cain Arena Melbourne Park 35 Olympic Blvd., Melbourne VIC 3004 Australia https://johncainarena.com.au/event/yip-sai-wing-you-and-me-world-tour-2025/ * YIP SAI WING "YOU AND ME" WORLD TOUR DATE AND RELEASE Thursday, May 15 2025 @ 7:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: ICC Sydney Theatre 14 Darling Drive Sydney NSW 2000 Australia https://iccsydneytheatre.com/event/yip-sai-wing/ * WAYNE LAI MOTHER'S DAY CONCERT DATE AND TIME : Saturday, May 10 2025 @ 9 PM VENUE LOCATION: Resort World New York City 3rd Central Park Event Space TICKET PRICES: VIP $ 98, 58 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: ONLINE: http://www.iemshowplace.com TICKET HOTLINE: 718-888-3113 International Entertainment Marketing 40-09 Prince Street 2/F Flushing NY 11354 718.888.3113 809 57th Street 4/F Brooklyn NY 11220 718.437.7717 INQUIRIES: 718-215-3388 * SODAGREEN 20TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT TOUR DATE AND TIME: Saturday, April 26 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Tempodrom Mockern Street 10 10963 Berlin Germany https://www.tempodrom.de/en/event/sodagreen_2025-04-26_20/ * EXPEDITION GARETH T. NORTH AMERICA TOUR DATE AND TIME : Sunday, April 20 2025 VENUE LOCATION: The Vermont Hollywood 1020 N Vermont Ave. Los Angeles CA TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: ONLINE : https://lucidlivemusic.com/gt-na/ * SODAGREEN 20TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT TOUR DATE AND TIME: Sunday April 20 2025 @ 7:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: OVO Arena Wembley Arena Square, Engineers Way, Wenbley Park, Wembley HA9 0AA United Kingdoms https://www.ovoarena.co.uk/events/detail/sodagreen * HUANG PINYUAN "SEE YOU XIAO WEI" TOUR 2025 DATE AND TIME : Saturday, April 19 2025 VENUE LOCATION: Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage 32-250 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage CA TICKET PRICES: $ 188, 138, 108, 78 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: ONLINE 99concerts.com https://99concerts.com/huang-pin-yuan-2025 Info: (626) 632-1994 Ng Hing Kee Rosemead 626-632-1994 626-931-6688 Fanta Travel and Tours 117 S San Gabriel Blvd San Gabriel CA 91776 626-286-2828 626-786-1881 * FUK LUK SAU CONCERT IN RENO 2025 with Louis Yuen, Johnson Lee, Wong Cho Nam DATE AND TIME: Saturday, April 19 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Reno Events Center 400 N. Center St. Reno NV TICKET PRICES: $ 288, 188, 128, 98, 68 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: SELLINGTICKET.US https://sellingticket.us/fuk-luk-sau TICKETMASTER https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/17006245CCD431B7 San Francisco World Bookstore 824 Stockton St., 415.963.1998 San Francisco Elderly Service 415.867.2812 Win On Travel 728 Pacific Ave, Suite 114 415.730.2007/415.834.1623 * EXPEDITION GARETH T. NORTH AMERICA TOUR DATE AND TIME : Friday, April 18 2025 VENUE LOCATION: The Chapel 777 Valencia St. San Francisco CA TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: LUCID LIVE MUSIC https://lucidlivemusic.com/gt-na/ * GIGI LEUNG "SOMEWHERE IN TIME" CONCERT IN TORONTO DATE AND TIME: Thursday, April 17 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto 1133 Queens Plate Dr., Toronto ON TICKET PRICES: $ 288, 208, 168, 118 ,68 TICKET OUTLET LOCAION: TICKETMASTER CANADA https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/10006258C9C31EF1 * EASON CHAN FEAR AND DREAMS WORLD TOUR LONDON DATE AND TIME: Thursday, April 17 2025 @ 8 PM Wednesday, April 16 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: The O2 Arena Peninsula Square London, United Kingdom SE10 0DX https://www.theo2.co.uk/events/detail/eason-chan TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: https://www.axs.com/uk/series/26355/eason-chan-at-the-o2-tickets ------------------------------------------------------------------- Box office info : What Box Office Info? The usual suspects : Internet Movie Database, Yahoo! Hong Kong Erors : ye olde chaffing editor For the week ending Sunday April 20 2025 10 COLORFUL STAGE! THE MOVIE: A MIKU WHO CAN'T SING d. Hiroyuki Hata Japanese Animation 9 LAST MILE d. Ayuko Tsukahara Hikari Mitsushima, Masaki Okada, Kumiko Aso, Go Ayano 8 NINTAMA RANTARO: INVINCIBLE MASTER OF THE DOKUTAKE NINJA d. Masaya Fujimori Japanese Animation 7 NE ZHA 2 d. Jiaozi mainland China animation 6 THE AMATEUR d. James Hawes Rami Malek, Laurence Fishburn, Rachel Brosnahan, Jon Bernthal 5 WARFARE d. Ray Mendoza, Alex Garland D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis, Kit Connor, Finn Bennett, Joseph Quinn, Charles Melton, Noah Centineo, Michael Gandolfini 4 THE LAST DANCE [DIRECTOR'S CUT] Can : Por. Dei Yuk Lit : Breaking. Hell d. Anselm Chan Mau Yin Dayo Wong Tsz Wah, Michael Hui Koon Man, Michelle Wai Sze Nga, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Catherine Chau Ka Yee, Paul Chun Pui, Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling), Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Rosa Maria Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Chung Suet Ying 3 PEG O' MY HEART Can : Shook Mung d. Nick Cheung Ka Fai Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Fala Chen, Terrance Lau Chun Him, Rebecca Zhu Chenli, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Julius Brian Siswojo, Natalie Hsu (Hui Yan Yi), Yem Yuen Yee Man, Brian Lee Hoi Yin@24 Herbs, Lauria Wu Ga Ying, 2 FLOW d. Gints Zilbalodis Latvian Animation 1 A MINECRAFT MOVIE d. Jared Hess Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Danille Brooks, Emma Myers, Sebastian Hansen, ----- LAST MILE Rating : IIB Length : 129 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/j4pDkfa1sSs [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] On the day before the Black Friday sale, a box delivered by a global e-commerce company, explodes. The box was sent from one of the biggest warehouses, which has the three-quarter logistic shares around Tokyo. It leads a series of mysterious bombings that terrorize whole of Japan. Elena Funado, who was just appointed as a new director of the warehouse, is forced to control this unprecedented situation with a line manager, Ko Nashimoto. Who planted the bombs? For what purpose? How many bombs are left? - And where are they now? In this modern society, distribution service becomes critical need for our lives and that cannot be stopped. Can Elena and Ko end the serial bombings without stopping blood flowed in "blood vessel"; the global logistics system like a web? NINTAMA RANTARO: INVINCIBLE MASTER OF THE DOKUTAKE NINJA Rating : I Length : 90 mins. Opening April 17 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/Vq2ix1x9fYY [ CINEMA CITY ] A film adaptation of a popular novel, which the loyal fanbase of "Nintama Rantaro" has long awaited. his is an action-paked, tear- jerker story, never-before-seen in the TV series! At the Ninjutsu Academy, Doi teaches young ninjgas known as "Nintama." One day, he goes out for a battle against a ninja from the rival clan, but vanishes without a trace. The Nintamas worry for Doi's safety, especially Kirimaru, a war orphan who lives with him. At the same time, the Academy receives troubling news that their rivals at Dokutake Castle may be scheming something. The older ninjas infiltrate the castle to investigate, but they are stopped by Tenki, whose face is identical to Doi. COLORFUL STAGE! THE MOVIE: A MIKU WHO CAN'T SING Rating : I Length : 106 mins. Opening April 3 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUT ] "Please tell me about yourself. Maybe then I'll know how to sing." Hoshino Ichika unexpectedly hears a song sung by Hatsune Miku at a record store, a song she had never heard before. As she wonders about it, she notices a screen showing an unfamiliar "Hatsune Miku." Shocked, she exclaims, "Miku!?" Startled by Ichika's shout, Miku makes eye contact with her but quickly disappears. After a street performance a few days later, the same Miku suddenly appears on Ichika's phone. Looking somewhat despondent, Miku shares her story with Ichika, revealing her wish to convey her songs to certain people. However, no matter how much she sings, her voice never seems to reach them. During the recent concert, Miku saw Ichika touching many hearts with her voice. It gave Miku hope that by understanding Ichika, she might also be able to transmit her voice to others. Summoning her courage, she approaches Ichika. Ichika smiles in response to her request and says, "If I can help in any way," readily agreeing to assist her. Thus begins the new story of Hatsune Miku and the teenagers. THE LAST DANCE [DIRECTOR'S CUT] Rating : IIB Length : 126 mins. Length : 139 mins. (Director's Cut) Opening October 10 2024 at the Hawaii International Film Festival Opening November 14 2024 Opening March 14 2025 at the Osaka Asian Film Festival (Director's Cut) Opening April 4 2025 (Director's Cut) Trailer : https://youtu.be/om4lN8N-TIc Site : https://hiff.org/events/thelastdance/ Site : https://oaff.jp/en/programs/2025-hk03/ (Director's Cut) [ 20TH OSAKA ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] After Covid bankrupts wedding planner Dominic, he moves into caring for cadavers by taking over his girlfriend’s uncle's place in a funeral parlour. His services become a hit with everyone except a crotchety conservative Taoist priest, Master Man, who is unconvinced that Dominic is committed to spiritual care. Thus Dominic digs into all of the details of deathcare while discovering Man’s dedication to the dead means he disregards his nearest and dearest. Filmed in funeral homes in Hong Kong's Hung Hom district, the film has a ring of authenticity while delivering whip-smart verbal comedy via Michael HUI and Dayo WONG as a mismatched pair. From there, it opens up into a more considered look at the Taoist influence in Hong Kong’s funeral rituals and a fascinating family drama that explores how gender roles are affected by these traditions. [ HAWAII INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Starring current Hong Kong comedy king Dayo Wong and comedy legend Michael Hui, THE LAST DANCE is the story of a debt-ridden wedding planner who finds unexpected success as a funeral planner, but he has to win over a traditional Taoist priest to stay in the business...The pandemic has sent most industries into recession. Mired in debt, wedding planner Dominic gets a miraculous chance to turn things around when a funeral planner retires and passes the baton to him. Planning weddings and funerals are polar opposites, but Dominic puts his all into his new job, from opening graves, digging coffins, to handling the deceased. No matter how unpleasant it gets, he takes on everything with gusto. However, the biggest obstacle is getting the approval of respected Taoist priest, Master Man. In his 70s, Master Man is a traditional man who has devoted his life to his Taoist faith. He wants to pass the mantle to his son, Ben, but Ben is more devoted to his wife and kids than to Taoism. Master Man's daughter, Yuet, respects her father greatly. However, since her ancestors dictated that women are filthy by nature, Yuet doesn't take romantic relationships seriously. PEG O' MY HEART AKA :THE SHADOW OF REDEMPTION Rating : IIB Length : 97 mins. Opening April 30 2024 at the 2024 Udine Far East Film Festival Opening July 21 2024 at the Malaysia International Film Festival Opening March 27 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/HakTGK5KEwY [ CINEMA CITY ] Dr. Man, an unorthodox psychiatrist, is skilled at extracting the deepest secrets of his patients. One day, he hops into a random cab and encounters Choi, the cab driver. Man finds Choi's condition deeply disturbing but is unable to express his concern during the short cab ride. A few day later, the two men cross paths again. Choi has been ordered to undergo a psychiatric evaluation due to his alleged involvement in reckless driving, and Man is assigned to his case. Man quickly realizes that Choi struggles to differentiate between dreams and reality. He constantly sees "devils". Awake or not, his mind can never rest; his body continues to waste away. As hopeless as Choi's condition seems, Man is determined to get to the bottom of his story. As Choi's story unfolds, Man begins to experience disturbing and perplexing dreams. These dreams are vivid and unsettling. The deeper Man delves into Choi's past, the more intense and haunting his nightmares become. Man becomes increasingly suspicious of what is pay for uncovering the ghosts hidden in Choi's closet? [ CINEMA ONLINE MALAYSIA ] Choi San-keung, a taxi driver who perpetually lacks sleep, thus endangering anyone who sets foot in his taxi. One passenger is psychiatrist Dr Man, who survives the taxi ride and offers to help Choi. The offer is refused, but Choi later becomes Dr Man's involuntary patient after a particularly egregious night of driving. Dr Man has his own personal issues: his motto is "I think a doctor should do more than prescribe meds," which means a doctor should also investigate his patients secretly in defiance of common sense and hospital protocol. In a parallel to Choi, Dr Man also has sleeping issues. He suffers from disturbing dreams of his deceased mother, which hints at a secret involving his father, and perhaps some repressed memories. NE ZHA 2 Rating : I Length : 144 mins. Opening February 22 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] After the heavenly lightning, although Ne Zha and Ao Bing survived by becoming Spirits, they would soon dissipate completely. Taiyi plans to rebuild Ne Zha and Ao Bing’s mortal bodies with the Seven-colored Precious Lotus. However, during the process of reconstruction, numerous obstacles arise. 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