From: NO TOP TEN CENTRAL Newsgroups: alt.asian-movies,soc.culture.hongkong.entertainment Subject: [TAKE OVER] HKSAR Film No Top 10 Box Office (December 11 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. those affected by the Tai Po Wang Fu Court fire, the first responders and the volunteers HOW TO SUPPORT FAMILIES AFFECTED BY THE DEADLY TAI PO FIRE https://hongkongfp.com/2025/11/27/hkfp-guide-how-to-support-families-affected-by-the-deadly-tai-po-fire/ B. Bosco Wong Chung Chak celebrates his birthday on December 13rd C. Alex Fong Lik Sun who announces the birth of his daughter Maple Yip Huen D. Renee Dai Mung Mung who announces the birth of her daughter Brianna E. Sammy Leung (Sum Mei) who celebrates his birthday on December 3rd 2. MISCELLANEOUS * (2025/12/17) The Louis Koo Tin Lok and Raymond Lam starred movie BACK TO THE PAST (CHUM CHUN GEI) would open on December 31st, continuing the story of the 2001 TVB drama A STEP INTO THE PAST with Koo Tin Lok as the producer. Aside from some of the returning original cast members, new characters have also been added like mainland actor Bai Baihe, Michael Miu Kiu Wai, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Kevin Chu Kam Yin and Timmy Hung Tin Ming. Yesterday, the film company released the BACK TO THE PAST poster and the video of Koo Tin Lok and Lam Fung recording the theme song "The Highest Destiny". Dick Liu Kai Chi appeared in one of his final films BACK TO THE PAST's ensemble poster, and "Dr. Wu" was placed in the front row of the poster to pay tribute to his contributions to the series and movies. The movie poster featuring the full lineup of BACK TO THE PAST was released yesterday. Passed away in 2021 due to stomach cancer, Liu Kai Chi reprised his series role "Dr. Wu" and was place in the front row on the poster in honor of his contributions to both the series and the movie. The internet have been buzzing about the poster design: the giant landscape in the background symbolizes the ultimate destiny across more than 2,000 years, while the contrast between Koo Tin Lok's "Hong Siu Lung" in his 'SDU' combat suit and Lam Fung's "King of Qin" in traditional costume highlighted the core conflict between the two characters. At the bottom of the poster, multiple actors were displayed horizontally, showcasing characters from both ancient and modern times in cameo appearances. Some online noted geometric shapes such as squares, circles, triangles, and hexagons marking certain characters, speculating that they might carry special meaning. Koo Tin Lok originally performed the TV series theme song "The Highest Destiny" for A STEP INTO THE PAST, while the movie theme song is a newly arranged duet version between Koo Tin Lok and Lam Fung. Koo Tin Lok mentioned that singing with Lam Fung this time felt very different from his solo performance back then, describing it as a completely new experience. Lam Fung said that singing "The Highest Destiny" with boss Koo Tin Lok at a previous Hong Kong Coliseum concert served as a kind of warm-up for their current recording. "This time we, of course, take it more seriously; it’s been rearranged. Even this is still a warm-up, a warm-up duet with the boss. We hope to continue having songs that belong to us, preferably with some dance moves as well." Horse Neigh Prelude Evokes Collective Memories Many viewers said that hearing the prelude of "The Highest Destiny" gives them goosebumps. Koo Tin Lok stated, "The phrase 'The Highest Destiny' represents a mission. Even though they say there is no 'highest' in this world, we strive to achieve our best. It's like making BACK TO THE PAST, during which we encountered many difficulties but overcame them one by one." Lam Fung hoped that the new version would keep the original horse neigh at the beginning, saying, "That horse neigh is a collective memory!" Koo Tin Lok immediately promised, "We'll add it back for you!" The new version of "The Highest Destiny" retained the horse neigh prelude as homage to the original. MV Reveals Multiple New Characters The music video for "The Highest Destiny" featured numerous important characters making their debut. Besides the original cast Hong Siu Lung (Koo Tin Lok), King of Qin Chiu Poon (Lam Fung), Wu Ting Fong (Jessica Hsuan), Kam Ching (Sonija Kwok Sin Nei), Sin Yau (Joyce Tang Lai Ming), Tung Yik (Wong Man Piu), "General Tao" Tao Fang (Jimmy Au Shui Wai), and Lee Si (Chan Kwok Bong), it also introduced several new characters for the first time, including Galie (Bai Baihe), Ken (Miu Kiu Wai), Rock (Chueng Kai Chung), Max (Wu Yue), Phil (Hung Tin Ming), Man Song (Fish Liew Chi Yu), and Man Leung (Calvin Choi Yat Chi). * (2025/12/16) After completing the Malaysian promotional campaign for his lead in a Hong Kong action movie ROAD TO VENDETTA (SAT SAU #4) a few days ago, Jeffrey Ngai hun Sun returned to Hong Kong with the director and producer for audience appreciation activities over the weekend. Aside from asking questions from the audience, Jeffrey even ran up and down to come into close contact with the audience and put his friendliness thoroughly on display. He also shared that the most unforgettable for him was filming in Japan in below zero degrees Celsius temperature, but he was particularly moved to see the work released and thanked the director for choosing him as the male lead. At one of the audience appreciation screenings, the director's artist friend Dominic Ho Ho Man showed up to support him. He even turned into a viewer to ask a lot of professional questions, and then laughed and asked Jeffrey if he was satisfied with the lead actress and sent the audience into an uproar. Jeffrey was quite good at playing along and said with a smile, "As long as the director is satisfied, I am fine! Actually working with the lead actress is a lot of fun." * (2025/12/15) Philip Ng Wan Lung and former Hong Kong soccer players Leslie George Santos and Au Wai Lun the night before went to enjoy the new film PASS AND GOAL (YIK JUEN SEUNG BOON CHEUNG), and shared their viewing experience after the show. Actors in the film Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Peter Chan Charm Man and young actors also came to thank the audience. Mg Wan Lung praised PASS AND GOAL for being passionate and inspirational, because he has always liked movies about sports and played soccer in high school. Rarely had the opportunity to work with young actors in past films, Ng Wan Lung laughed and said that the one he has worked with most was probably "Fish Ball Girl" in TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: WALLED IN (GAU LUNG SING JAI). However they have yet to share a scene. Once a elementary school teacher before entering the industry, Ng Wan Lung said, "I have taught children design, and been very popular with students. They would also ask me to play soccer during breaks, maybe because my subject is less stressful." Speaking of Vannes Wu (Ng Kin Ho) being accused of sudden weight loss, Ng Wan Lung as his friend told everyone not to worry. "Relax, he is much bigger than me. His biceps are powerful, it's just a matter of the angle in the photo." Ng Wan Lung said that after a friend forwarded the relevant report to Ng Kin Ho, he was "furious" and wanted to clarify. He said, "After reading it, he said, 'Are you kidding, I'm so huge'. The next day he posted on social networks to clarify." Ng Wan Lung said that he had dinner with Ng Kin Ho more than a month ago and did not think anything unusual; he was also very healthy and preparing for a concert. Deliberating making the trip to thank the audience, Chan Charm Man and Leung Yung Ting said that the movie would be released during the Christmas period. They hoped that the audience would be able to feel the joy and enthusiasm from the film and bring positive energy to everyone. Although the strength of movie releases in the same period is not bad, Chan Charm Man said that no comparison should be made because everyone would have different genres. Leung Yung Ting also left the box office to its own devices because actors would not be able to control it. She would just look forward to thanking everyone at the theater during Christmas. In the film Leung Yung Ting played a mother. She laughed and said that fortunately other child actors accepted her as an aunt and were willing to chat with her. They also let her know about things that children were concerned about now so she would not be out of touch. Chen Charm Man served as a judge for a talent show, but was criticized online for his poor comments and magnifying the small flaws of the contestants. The comments have not upset Chan Charm Man, who instead described it as a very wonderful journey. He said, "Actually I have praised the contestants, but due to the limited length of the program airing them all would be impossible. In addition I don't have a social platform myself, so I didn't know people were putting me on trial in public until my brother." Studied at the Performing Arts Academy of Hong Kong, he admitted that the comments he received in school were even harsher. His comments on the contestants were not so lethal, but he would improve them in the future or smile more when commenting. * (2025/12/14) The movie UNDER CURRENT (NOI MOK) has been released in Hong Kong for a week, becoming the box office champion of Chinese films for seven consecutive days. Director Alan Mak Siu Fai, producer Tin Kai Man, actors Aaron Kwok Fu Sing (Sing Sing), Alex Fong Chung Shun, Niki Chow Lai Kei, etc. went to the theater yesterday to thank the audience. Yesterday everyone had to visit 6 screenings in a row, which Sing Sing still felt that were not enough. He joked that visiting 6 performances were too few; of course the more the audiences met and thanked, the better. As for Sing Sing's injury while filming an action scene, he emphasized that he is used to hard work as an actor. He would not complain at home as he would not want his family to worry. Speaking of the good box office results of UNDER in Hong Kong, Sing Sing and Fong Chung Shun thanked the audience for their support. Sing Sing said that his hard work into performing the action scenes has not been in vain and it would even be worth getting injured for. Sing Sing Sing said that in the film he shot fight scenes for seven days in a row, especially on the first day of work when he performed a 360 degree mid air kick on wires. Because he and the stunt coordinator were very demanding and he has never tried this stunt before, finally he took more than ten takes to succeed and was hurt. "Because the waist pad was out of place, my ribs were injured when hanging on wires. However the overall situation was the main focus, so I had to endure it and continue to work. I filmed for a week." In the film Sing Sing was also choked by iron chains. He and German Cheung Man Kit were filming fight scenes and were injured all over. Sing Sing replied, "We wouldn't talk about it. We wouldn't say anything like 'Wow, it really hurts' when filming. We wouldn't do it deliberately, no need to worry our families. We are used to hard work as an actor." Has his wife already supported him? He said that they would watch it together today, but he did not know which theater he would see everyone. He would not wear a hat or disguise himself, as they would go to the movies normally as a family. With Christmas approaching, Sing Sing revealed that he was going to Chongqing to hold a concert countdown. However he would have a rare day off on Christmas, this year he added a daughter and the home became more lively with three children. He laughed and said, "It's a home of Goddesses! I will continue to dress up as Santa Claus and distribute gifts this year!" Fong Chung Shun might not take his wife Kayan Mok to watch the movie, because his wife has been busy with business recently. She had to fly to Beijing, leaving him to take care of his daughter. He also believed that his daughter would not understand the film, so he had no intention of taking her to see it. However his daughter has never seen his treachery from the film at home. Speaking of director Mak Siu Fai's optimism that he would win the Best Supporting Actor Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards for his villainous role, Fong Chung Shun said that every actor would do his best to play the role well, and he has also done his duty. Sing Sing immediately said, "I too pick you to win!" Fong Chung Shun said, "I have been acting for decades, let's see if fate has come!" Participated in UNDER CURRENT, Chow Lai Kei, Tong Yee and Chan Kwok Bong were happy to learn that the movie was successful at the box office. As for what benefits they would give to the audience, Tong Yee smiled and said that it would depend on what "brother" and "sister" would do and she would follow. Christmas is approaching, Chow Lai Kei said that she would stay in Hong Kong to consume, which would also be a simple meal with her family; Tong Yee revealed that her family of three would too celebrate Christmas in Hong Kong, since her bakery business would be busier during the holidays. Would her daughter help? She joked that she could not employ child labor, but her daughter would greet the guests. In addition, speaking of Alex Fong Lik Sun (Siu Fong) becoming a father and posting photos from his daughter's birth on social platforms, his friend Chow Lai Kei laughed and pointed out that the baby girl looks just like Siu Fong, the "female version Fong Lik Sun" who is very cute. However she thought that the baby's appearance would change quickly, usually the daughter would look like the father while the son would look like the mother. Everyone joked that the daughter would be better off resembling Mama. Chan Kwok Bong immediately laughed and said, "Chan Chun (daughter) is like me, what's the problem? Even my wife says that, haha!" Chow Lai Kei also smiled and said, "My son also looks like me, but my husband denies it. However the child's appearance will change, so Siu Fong doesn't have to worry." She also pointed out that she co- starred with Siu Fong and Daniel Chan Hiu Tung in the drama FEEL 100% (BAK FUN BAK GUM GOK), the leads of which have their own families and children. Any reunion would depends on their schedules. * (2025/12/13) Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun starred in the movie ROAD TO VENDETTA (SAT SAU #4) as a skilled killer. He recently collaborated with Taiwanese artist Daniel Hong (Chunfeng) to make a video to promote the movie, with Chunfeng playing the killer. He demonstrated and taught everyone a few self-defense techniques in Mandarin. He said, "when grabbed by the hair, smack the crotch; choked by the neck, double chop the ribs; when kissed push the chin; when hug step on the top of your feet; when picked up, chop the nose." With his Hong Kong Mandarin plus the explanation with a serious look on his face, the video was explosively funny! Seeing that Chunfeng's reaction was real, people online could not help but ask, "Is the crotch smack real?" Jeffrey replied, "Chunfeng says men has no fear." Although a smack could be heard in the video, he actually did not hit him. As for the other focus of his Hong Kong Mandarin, some joked, "It seems that (Louis) Koo Tin Lok has a successor", "Jeffrey speaking Mandarin is very QQ", and pointed out that if the killer they encounters was Jeffrey, they would not resist at all. * (2025/12/13) Louis Koo Tin Lok (Goo Jai), Jessica Hester Hsuan (Suen Huen) and Raymond Lam Fung recently filmed a number of promotional videos for the movie BACK TO THE PAST (CHUM CHUN GEI), Goo Jai and Suen Huen reenacted many classic scenes of the TV version, one of which was Goo Jai opening his arms and gently embracing Suen Huen. Suen Huen smiled very brightly throughout the whole process, and the super sweet interaction evoked memories for many online. The other scene was Goo Jai's "sudden attack" on Suen Huen. The two stood behind Lam Fung for pictures. Suen Huen was waving her arms and legs from excitement. Originally silently looking at her, Goo Jai suddenly made a move and gently pressed his finger near her armpit and and repeated the scene of pranking her in the TV version back then. After the "attack" Suen Huen jumped in fright, then looked at Goo Jai and laughed. Sitting in front, Lam Fung suddenly turned into "Pedestrian A". * (2025/12/13) The Hong Kong film industry winter has not yet thawed. In addition with the Tai Po fire of the century tragedy two weeks ago, many's desire to go to the movies has been reduced. Artists with current releases including Aaron Kwok Fu Sing and Carlos Chan Ka Lok today would visit many cinemas to thank the audience in hopes of "revitalizing" the box office. The Best Actors Kwok Fu Sing and Francis Ng Chun Yu starred UNDER CURRENT (NOI MOK), Carlos Chan Ka Lok and Fish Liew Chi Yu starred SOMEONE LIKE ME (JEUNG NGOR JEH YEUNG DIK OI CHING) and the Louis Cheung Kai Chung invested and starred GOLDEN BOY (GUM TUNG) have opened one after another, but ran into the market downturn and suffered brutal box office performance. Aside people gradually returned in recent days, stars decided to launch their cinema visit mode and come in close contact with the audience. Reportedly, the Alan Mak Siu Fai directed Emperor Motion Picture UNDER CURRENTLY since its release on the 6th this month has already surprised HK$ 100 million on the first two days at the box office and topped many film site charts. The director naturally hoped to maintain the momentum and announced on social platforms that today he would lead Sing Sing, Fong Chung Shun and other actors to visit 6 screenings at cinemas in different districts of Hong Kong, Kowloon and New Territories. Chan Ka Lok and Liew Chi Yu also would not miss out, as they would appear at many cinemas today for SOMEONE and come in close contact with fans. The latter even went to all 5 screenings to throw herself into the promotion. However the hardest working had to be Cheung Kai Chung. Since GOLDEN BOY's official release on the 21st of last month, he has spent almost every day at the cinemas to thank the audience and screenings numbered in dozens after dozens. Currently the film has already exceeded HK$ 7 million at the box office. The three actors of the movie UNDER CURRENT Kwok Fu Sing, Ng Chun Yu, Fong Chung Shun and director Mak Siu Fai were interviewed by the program STAR WEEKLY a few days ago. Sing Sing, Chun Yu and Fong Chung Shun all showed their "house husbands" side. Sing Sing shared the rumor of his weight being maintained around 62 kilograms over the years. He admitted that for many years, in order to keep fit, he only ate an average of one and a half meals a day. Yet for his three meals a day wife Moka Fang Yuan, he actually made a major concession. He said, "As a husband and a father, I want to accompany (my wife and children) them." Chun Yu personally responded whether his son Feynman was truly a "Ng Chun Yu anti-fan". He laughed and said that his son often took secret photos when he was not paying attention or embarrassing himself, so he named his son as a "natural paparazzi". He also had to be on guard for the long run, saying, "As soon as I saw that he was intentionally not looking at me, I knew there would be a camera pointed at me." Fong Chung Shun laughed and said that he was often stumped by his wife Hoyan Mok and beloved daughter Fu Ka Ching's "Daughter's Common Sense Quiz Competition". The tricky questions included the size of the shoes his daughter wore, at what age she started horse riding lessons, etc. He often answered incorrectly, which made him dare not face reality for a while and also made his status at home "inferior to cats and dogs". He also revealed that his wife actually has ways to keep him on a short leash. Speaking of the production, Sing Sing personally performed many fight scenes. In order to keep from frightening co-star German Cheung Man Kit, he kept quiet even when he had bruises all over from fighting. * (2025/12/12) Jacky Cai Jie would compete with Charmaine Sheh Sze Man for Best Actress with the dramas PRISM BREAKER and QUEEN OF NEWS 2 at the TVB Awards Ceremony, but she announced her "surrender" in advance. She bluntly saying that the chance of winning the award is quite slim, and she would also vote for "Sister Man" Sheh Sze Man. Speaking of the film remake of the classic drama "MY DATE WITH A VAMPIRE (NGOR WOR GEUNG SI YAU GOR YEUK WUI))", the movie MY DATE WITH A VAMPIRE (KUI MOR LUNG JOOK MA SIU LING) was released a few days ago but it was downgraded from a movie to an online feature and broadcast on mainland platforms. Would she feel any regret? She said, "Actually we don't care which platform it is broadcast on, the format everyone received at the beginning was the length of the movie, and I have made it like a movie. For me it doesn't matter, I don't feel particularly sorry. I think the distribution has their own considerations. The most important thing is that the finished product is released, and the more audiences see it, the better." * (2025/12/12) The Jill Wong Pak Kei directed, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, Peter Chan Charm Man, Ling Man Lung, Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Chan Hin Lok and a group of young soccer-loving actors Chow Kei Yuet, Sahal Zaman (Lam Lok), Rondi Chan Lok Ting, Tam Chun Yin and Sin Cheuk Kiu starred in this Christmas's most heartwarming comedy film PASS AND GOAL (YIK SUEN SEUNG BOON CHEUNG). It will be released on December 25th. The film has tears within laughter. Ling Man Lung and Leung Yung Ting both said that if they become parents, they would definitely support their children to pursue their dreams. Ling Man Lung played the rich kid Nip Yui Chi in the film. He said with a smile, "Papa's expectations of him gradually turned into disappointment, from 'Yui Chi' to 'something that sounds like it' (intellectually challenged), and set off sparks with the comedy elder Brother Fai Hung (Chan Fai Hung)." He added, "This work adds light comedy elements, presenting it in a way that is ridiculous, satirical, and the result is even more comedic." Ling Man Lung and Leung Yung Ting also said that if they become parents, they would definitely support their children in pursuing their dreams. Ling Man Lung shared, "When I first entered the industry, many friends did not approve of it. However I had already established my direction because acting is my passion. I am still working hard in the industry, and I can explain it to my parents, friends, and more importantly, myself." Leung Yung Ting hoped to get along with the young actors. During the filming, she specifically visited the set to watch the young actors play soccer and try to integrate. She said, "This challenge is not only acting but also capturing children's life senses, which is a big test for me. This film is very suitable for the whole family; not only telling the story of children, but also showing the process of understanding between adults and children. Actually children have their own dreams, and in the end, whether adults are willing to let go, believe that children have the ability to pursue their dreams, no matter how difficult the process is. This is a movie with laughter and tears." She recalled her dream pursuit experience, "I faced a lot of opposition when I was growing up, and I believe that I will become an enlightened parent who knows how to let go and trust at the right time." Playing an important role in the movie trailer, Chow Kei Yuet is 14 years old and an active Hong Kong U16 soccer team player currently for United Citizens U15 and U18. She has won numerous awards in soccer, including the 24/25 FA Cup Championship and the 24/25 U18 Women's League Champion. "I want to become a professional soccer player and turn my interest into a job," said Kei Yuet. Director Wong Pak Kei revealed that making a film for the first time, Chow Kei Yuet stood out from hundreds of auditioners; not only because of her sweet appearance and superb skills, but also because of her soccer dream. Kei Yuet said, "I was a little nervous about my first time making a film, and the team arranged for acting instructors to guide me. I was particularly nervous in front of the big stars in front of the camera." She had a dispute with her on screen mother Leung Yung Ting in the film, and the filming process was successfully completed. Kei Yuet said with a smile, "Because I often have arguments with my mother in real life, during the filming I just arguing like with my mother normally. So I am not particularly nervous." She also revealed that her father also plays soccer himself, and her parents have always supported her in pursuing her dreams. * (2025/12/11) The internationally renowned director Ang Lee was originally scheduled to start filming his new film "Old Golden Mountain" this year. Unfortunately it was suddenly divested 4 weeks before the start of production, making all the preliminary work that took 4 months in vain! The lead actress of the film was once rumored to be Fala Chen. Another director Ann Hui On Wah has also hoped to start filming a new film in recent years, but unfortunately there has been no news until recently. She was rumored to have partnered with Eddie Peng Yu-yan and Xin Zhilei for a new film next year, but it has not been officially announced yet. Even famous directors are not spared from the film market winter, as they have had a variety of difficulties with starting film productions! Taiwanese director Ang Lee has won the "Best Director" at the Academy Awards twice and is important in the international film industry. He has been working on two production plans for many years: one is the biographical film "BRUCE LEE"; and the other is "Old Golden Mountain", the history of Chinese railroad construction labor in the United States. Ang Lee has begun 4 months of pre production work and planned to start production in August this year. The lead actress has been rumored to be Fala Chen. Unfortunately a month before the start of filming, Ang Lee suddenly encountered financial problems that caused the plan to be completely halted. He felt helpless. Ang Lee also mentioned this matter when he appeared at an event in Taiwan a few days ago. He said that he is currently waiting for the implementation of California's new tax rebate policy, hoping to resume filming early next year. As for his other film that has been in preparation for more than 8 years, BRUCE LEE, he publicly stated early on that he would ask his son Mason Lee Chun to participate, but unfortunately there has been no new news. Ange Lee also admitted that this film has been extremely complicated creatively, financially and even legally with copyrights. Now it is still under preparation. He also lamented that starting production now is much more difficult than before, but he would persist. Another director who also has a certain status in the international film industry, Ann Hui On Wah has served on the jury at many international film festivals was awarded the "Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement" at the Venice International Film Festival in 2020. She has always wanted to start production on a new film, but after completing SEPTET (CHUT YUN LOK DUI) in 2021 she has made no new film other than documentaries. However Hui On Wah recently has been rumored in the mainland to start filming the movie "MEI YING" in April next year and asked Venice Best Actress Xin Zhilei to partner with Taiwanese actor Eddie Peng Yu-yan to star. Yet because it has not been officially announced, it is unknown whether it has been implemented. Many online lamented that even famous directors had such difficulties, who knows when the film market winter will be able to come to an end. * (2025/12/11) The Louis Cheung Kai Chung starred movie "GOLDEN BOY" (GUM TUNG) has been released for nearly 3 weeks since it opened on November 21st, with a box office of more than HK$ 7 million. The audience appreciation activities that were halted earlier due to the tragic fire resumed recently. Ah Chung reappeared in the theater the day before yesterday and talked to the audience about the feelings of being accused of being the "Jinxed King" due to the recent suspension of the promotion of the new film and the burning of the new drama location. He said, "I think many things we run into in life are meaningless, and it is best to be meaningless so we can give meaning to them ourselves. The greatest power of people is choice. You can choose how you look at it, and I think everything should be viewed with the most positive mindset. I don't feel like I'm very jinxed because I get many words of encouragement, and many people would care about me and be more tense than me. Also, in the current movie market you still walk in to the theater to watch the movie, I am very grateful. So don't worry about me, I don't feel like I'm jinxed, I feel very lucky." After Ah Chung finished speaking, he received applause from the audience to cheer him up. * (2025/12/11) The Louis Koo Tin Lok, Tang Wai Min produced, Jack Ng Yiu Fai and Lai Chun Lung directed, Koo Tin Lok, Raymond Lam Fung, Jessica Hester Hsuan (Suen Huen), Sonija Kwok Sin Nei and Joyce Tang Lai Ming starred BACK TO THE PAST (CHUM CHUN GEI). The trailer and three new ultimate posters were also officially announced yesterday. In the trailer, all the characters familiar to the audience have returned: Hong Siu Lung (Louis Koo Tin Lok), King of Qin Chiu Poon (Raymond Lam Fung), Chun Ching (Sonija Kwok Sin Nei), Wu Ting Fong Jessica Hester Hsuan), Sin Yau (Joyce Tang Lai Ming), Tang Yik (Wong Man Piu), "Chief To" To Fong (Jimmy Au Sui Wai) and Lee See (Power Chan Kwok Pong), classic characters are on the same stage again after many years, instantly evoking the collective memories of "Past Fans" over the years. The trailer takes Qin's destruction of the Six Kingdoms as an introduction, Hong Siu Lung's peaceful life in seclusion in the countryside collided again with Chiu Poon's unresolved power vortex. In order to protect his home and loved ones, he was forced to re-enter the world and be re-involved in the turbulent storm of King Qin's unification of the world. In the face of many crises, would he truly end his fateful feud with Chiu Poon? Would he successfully use the time machine to return to modern times? In addition to the shocking return of the original cast, a number of new characters have also been added this time, and the first to appear in the trailer is Hong Bowie, the son of Hong Siu Lung who was still a child in the drama version and has now grown into a heroic teenager - that is, the future well-known overlord of Western Chu, Hong Yu (Kevin Chu Kam Yin), and the rest of the new characters will also be announced, bringing even more surprises to the audience. Following the two teaser posters released earlier, the three ultimate posters released this time focus on Hong Siu Lung, King Qin Chiu Poon and the core conflict between the two, showing the collision of fate across time and space from different perspectives. The "double version" poster features a group portrait of terracotta warriors and horses and historical dust and sand as the visual tone, with Hong Siu Lung and Chiu Poon standing side by side, symbolizing the head-on collision between the two forces of "master-apprentice dynamics" and "power struggle". Weapons, costumes, light and shadow cross stitched a strong time and space tension, hinting that the two had no way out. The "Hong Siu Lung Edition" poster features Koo Tin Lok wearing modern tactical equipment as the main body, creating a stark contrast against the ancient background, highlighting his lonely retrograde and destiny as a time traveler. The "King of Qin Edition" poster features the King of Qin played by Lam Fung sitting upright and holding a long sword in his hand, outlining the aura of a king and showing a sense of oppression from the power of a young monarch to a emperor of a generation. Each of the three posters has its own visual symbolism and narrative meaning, kicking off the final showdown of the film. The story tells the story of a wrongful imprisonment many years ago, triggering a crisis that changed the fate of history. Ken (Michael Miu Kiu Wai) vowed to travel back to the Qin Dynasty to become king and make up for the life he lost due to wrongful imprisonment. Although Hong Siu Lung (Koo Tin Lok) and his family in the Qin Dynasty retreated to the countryside, their every move was still seen by his apprentice King Qin (Lam Fung); Just when the King of Qin thought he would unify the six kingdoms and dominate the world, he encountered a surprise attack from the modern man Ken. He had to find his master Hong Siu Lung, whom he respected and feared. After 20 years the master and the apprentice met again. The appearance of Ken also bound the fate of the three of them. Storm rose again in the Qin Dynasty as relationships must come to an end. [ In Production Now/Soon ] Can : Gum Doh Bo d. Philip Yung Tsz Kwong Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling), Chung Suet Ying, Edan Lui Cheuk On, Jiro Lee Sheung Ching, Harriet Yang Sze Man Nina Paw Hee Ching, Michael Hui Koon Man Opening Lunar New Year 2026 THE MAGE 2 d. Oxide Pang Chun, Danny Pang Fat Josie Ho Chiu Yi, Iman Taheri, Garnder Tse Kwan Ho, Kent Cheng Juk Si AFTERPIECE Can : Dai Sei Mok Lit : Act 4 d. Keane Wong Tak Kin Stephen Fung Tak Lun, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Myolie Wu Hung Yi, Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Alan Yeung Wai Lun, SEE YOU MY DEAR Can : Nui Yi 2 d. Jason Lee Tang Yuk Chen Bo-Lin, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Tai Bo, Cheung Mo Hau (Big Al), Hathy Law Hei Yi WE'RE NOTHING AT ALL Can : Ngor Moon But Si Sup Mor Lit : We Aren't Anything d. Herman Yau Lai To Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Anson Kong Yip Sang, ANSONBEAN (Chan Ngai Sun), Wong Yau Nam, Kearen Pang Sau Wai, Ben Yuen Fu Wah, Amanda Lee Wai Man, Stephanie Che Yuen Yuen, Ken Low Wai Kwong Chu Pak Him, Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Thor Lok Chun Wai, Serene Lim (Lam Suen Yu), Chan Suk Yi, Baby Po Pui Yu, Mak Pui Tung, Ellen Liu Oi Ling, Chu Tin, Edward Chui Woei Dong, Kumer So Sun Yu, Jane Wong Bui Yee, Donny Ng Chi Hei, Ivan Yuen Man Tai Rating : III Opening December 25 2025 (POSTPONED) Teaser : https://youtu.be/rOlwvUx3O5U THE BUTTERFLY BONE Can : Sup Gor Hok Yi Dik Siu Nin Lit : 10 Youths Who Study Medicine d. Mabel Cheung Yuen Ting CYCLONE Can : Chiu Fung d. Philip Yung Tsz Kwong Liu Yuqiao, Li Yuxuan, Jennifer Suen Wo Yi, Lu Zhou, Ye Jingjian, Lee Hoi Lam, Leung Kwan Lun, Yau Chung Wai, Ning Chan Tsang Ning, Larine Tang Yueping, Bui Ka, Leung Ying Ah, Liang Jiali, Jin Chi, Lai Sha Cheung Tat Ming, Yui Yuk Mui, Fish Liew Chi Yu WAKESURF LOVERS Can : Long Fa Nam Nui d. Fung Chih Chiang (Fung Chi Keung) Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun, Renci Yeung Sze Wing, Kevin Chu Kam Yin 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 AKA : THE DEPARTMENT Can : YUT GOR BO MOON DIK DAN SUN Lit : The Birth of A Department d. Mak Tin Shu Michael Ning (Bak Ji), Fish Liew Chi Yu, Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Mak Pui Tung, Yoyo Tse Wing Yan, Yukki Tai Yuk Kei, Ng Wing Sze, Larine Tang Yueping, Gardner Tse Kwan Ho 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 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 Hung 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 Wan 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 Teaser : https://youtu.be/VR50UVCqpec 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 Opening November 27 2025 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 executive and the other a mercenary, their vastly different approaches to revenge pit them against each other and set Hong Kong ablaze. TRIER OF FACT Can : Sau Kyut Jeh Lit : Watchtower Guard d. Tong Wai Hon Louis Koo Tin Lok, Eddie Peng Yu-Yan, Raymond Lam Fung, Philip Keung Ho Man, Bowie Lam Bo Yi, Amy Lo Wai Man, Ken Law Ho Ming Kent Cheng Juk Si, Chrissie Chau Sau Na, Michael Wong Man Tak, Jessica Hester Hsuan (Suen Huen), Raymond Wong Ho Yin, Sammo Hung Kam Bo, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, ANSONBEAN (Chan Ngai Sun), 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. 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 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) --- [ NOW SHOWING ] GIRLFRIENDS Can : Nui Hai But Ping Fan d. Tracy Choi Fish Liew Chi Yu, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Elizabeth Tang To, Han Ning, Natalie Hsu (Hui Yan Yi), Eliz Lao Rating : IIB Length : 100 mins. Opening at September 20 2025 the 30th Busan International Film Festival Opening December 18 2025 (Preview) [ GOLDEN SCENE CINEMA ] Through three love stories, we witness a girl's growth. At 17, she's naive and inexperienced. At 22, she’s hesitant and lacks courage. At 34, she has matured and grown through life's challenges. Her journey shows that love can be painful, but it's also worth fighting for. [ SCREEN DAILY HKFILMART 2025 ] Macau-born director Choi reunites with Fish Liew and Jennifer Yu, the cast of her 2016 feature debut Sisterhood, for this female-driven drama chronicling the journey of a girl across 15 years, from her teenage days in Macau, her university years in Taiwan to her busy working life in Hong Kong. Taiwan’s Estela Valdivieso Chen and Jacqueline Liu from Hong Kong serve as producers. At Filmart, the Macau-Taiwan-Thailand-Hong Kong production is presented in the work- in-progress section at HAF. [ 30TH BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Presents a woman's growth and self-discovery through three episodes of love at ages 17, 22, and 34. TWO SEASONS, TWO STRANGERS d. Sho Miyake Shim Eun-kyung, Yumi Kawai, Mansaku Takada, Shiro Sano, Shinichi Tsutsumi Rating : I Length : 89 mins. Opening December 18 2025 Teaser : https://youtu.be/SnYMW7q2m4w [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In summer, Nagisa, a woman from the city, and Natsuo, a young man visiting his relatives, meet by the sea. Their vacant gazes reflect each other as they exchange awkward words and wade into the rain- drenched ocean. In winter, Li, a screenwriter in a creative slump, travels to a snow-covered village with an old camera left behind by a late acquaintance. There, she finds a peculiar, desolate guesthouse run by the enigmatic Benzo. Their conversations rarely connect, yet they set off on an unexpected adventure. Based on two stories by Yoshiharu Tsuge, Sho Miyake's Golden Leopard winner humorously captures the primal joys of journey and the quiet absurdity of being human through striking landscapes, fleeting encounters, and inexplicable moments of oddity. MAMORU HOSODA'S JOURNEY THROUGH TIME - WOLF CHILDREN (4K RESTORED) d. Mamoru Hosoda Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 117 mins. Opening December 18 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Hana is a 19-year-old student who falls in a fairy-tale like love with a wolf man. Over the course of the 13-year story Hana gives birth to two children - older sister Yuki, and younger brother Ame, or 'Snow and Rain'. At first the family quietly lives in the city trying to hide their wolf heritage, but when the "wolf man" suddenly dies Hana makes the decision to move to a rural town, far from their previous city life. FULL THROTTLE (30TH ANNIVERSARY CHARITY SCREENINGS) d. Derek Yee Tung Sing Andy Lau Tak Wah, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, David Wu, Chin Kar Lok Length : 109 mins. Opening December 14 2025 [ BESTAR FILM HONG KONG ] It is Hong Kong in the nineties. Joe has lacked self-confidence since his mother's death. In order to get relief from the pain, he participates in illegal motorbike racing. He also challenges the riders employed by his father against whom he takes out his anger. Besides, he intends to go for open competitions, but he is unable to find a sponsor... SHORT FILMS SECRET SCREENING (19TH FRESH WAVE) Length : 136 mins. Opening December 14 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Length : 102 mins including 34 min interview clip, moderated by Shu Kei # An emerging Asian director who is making a splash at international film festivals UNIDENTIFIED MURDER Can : UFO Lei Kei Ming Ong d. Kwok Ka Hei, Lee Chun Kit Ling Man Lung, Renci Yeung Sze Wing, Ronald Lam Tsz Kit, Peter Chan Charm Man, Kenny Wong Tak Bun, Alan Luk Chun Kwong, Jim Hui Chun Pong Rating : IIB Length : 85 mins. Opening November 4 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) (SURPRISE SCREENING) Opening December 13 2025 (Preview) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Alien Alert!!! An influencer couple staged a harmless prank in pursuit of clicks and like. Little do they know, their little escapade has gone out of control, spiraling into a real tragedy. A series of accidents, followed by blackmails and Extraterrestrial Encounters somehow echoes and unveils the myth of a mysterious child disappearance 25 years ago! A group of five, a chain of bizarre events and layers of schemes and plot twist. It's all-you-can-experience in One Crazy Night! HE'S A WOMAN, SHE'S A WOMAN d. Peter Chan Ho Sun Leslie Cheung Kwok Wing, Anita Yuen Wing Yee, Carina Lau Ka Ling, Eric Tsang Chi Wai, Jordan Chan Siu Chun Rating : IIA Length : 107 mins. Opening July 23 1994 Opening December 13 2025 (RE-RELEASE) GOD OF GAMBLERS d. Wong Jing Chow Yun Fat, Andy Lau Tak Wa, Joey Wong Cho Yin, Cheung Man Rating : IIB Length : 126 mins Opening December 14 1989 Opening December 13 2025 (RE-RELEASE) Trailer: https://youtu.be/P67bpsowH9s WRITTEN (20TH INDPANDA) d. Kim Byung-woo Lee Jin-seok, Kim Bo-young, Lee Sang-hyuk Rating : IIB Length : 87 mins. Opening December 12 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] CLOSING Film of the 20th InDPanda International Film Festival NETPAC Award, 43rd Karlovy International Film Festival The 12th Busan International Film Festival From the filmmaker of Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy and The Terror Live. Brand-new DCP, with revised English subtitles, and newly translated Chinese subtitles. A wakes up in a bathtub to find that one of his kidneys has been stolen. As he struggles to understand what has happened and searches for his missing organ, he learns that he is just a character in a script and an actor is playing his character. While the film crew is shooting and the script still unfinished, will A find a way out of his hellish predicament? NEVER TOO LATE d. Rikki Choy Shui Kei Documentary Rating : IIB Length : 78 mins. Opening December 11 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] It's never too late to snap out of an urban routine and immerse oneself in the natural world, as filmmaker Rikki Choy shows in her portrait of Hongkongers who've done just that. A cultural worker turned farmer extols the healing power of nature, a sea-diving model tackles marine pollution, a wildlife buff practices 'wellness photography', and a real estate agent channels his love of birds into paintings. Choy's subjects all highlight the city's gorgeous yet often ignored biodiversity, and sends out the call to respect its riches in this illuminating and inspiring portrait of those who dare to live outside of the rat race and do their share. THE FAMILY GAME (19TH FRESH WAVE) Length : 94 mins. Opening December 11 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] BE SOMEBODY d. Michal Toczek Sebastian Stankiewicz, Jowita Budnik, Klara Bielawka Length : 29 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/kctobqFowU8 [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Best Short Fiction of the Polish National Short Film Competition, Freedom Film Festival 2023 * Audience Award, Freedom Film Festival 2023 * Golden Hobby-Horse, Krakow Film Festival 2023 * Best Short Fiction and Young Audience Award, Offeliada Film Festival 2023 * Outstanding Artistic Achievement in a Fiction film, Sehsuchte International Student Film Festival 2024 When historical heroes appear in ordinary people's homes, is it a blessing or a curse? When electrician Wiktor and his family move to a new apartment, they learn that former Polish president and Nobel Peace Prize winner Lech WALESA, who was also an electrician, once lived there. Wiktor's wife Sylwia tries to make a few extra bucks by opening the apartment up to tourists. Wiktor even impersonates WALESA as part of the tour. Yet their fortunes hinge on WALESA's real-life fortunes as well. The business opportunity of the former residence has turned into a family crisis. The director fashions a darkly humorous student film with a fantastic plot and tragic characters that complement each other. The film was a hit at The International Association of Cinema, Audiovisual and Media Schools (CILECT) and was shown at several international film festivals. A DAY IN KWUN TONG Can : Chun Yuen d. Tung Yeung Tai Bo, Huang Lili Length : 24 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/Z0fNakPEd8E [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] A Hong Kong father and Chinese daughter live in different regions and speak different languages. With their identity and lifestyle antithetical to each other, family members who are supposed to be the closest are actually the most unfamiliar. CHAN Wing-keung, an elderly man who lives alone, is a security guard at a Kwun Tong park. One day, he accompanies his daughter Tsz-shan, who comes from Chinese Mainland, to renew her ID card and open a bank account in Hong Kong. They return home and go for a walk at the park where Wing-keung works. Faced with the gap between them, they are hesitant to speak and can only beat around the bush without making a move. The film gazes at the Hong Kong's cityscape while ruminating sea changes between father and daughter with its shifting aspect ratio. Once again, Hong Kong Film Award-winning actor Tai Bo acts out the loneliness of elderly in a surehanded performance. GRANDMA NAI WHO PLAYED FAVORITES Can : Sei Gwai Por Por Gau Ngor Luen Si d. Chheangkea Bonrotanak Rith, Saroeun Nay, Sokun Theary Ty, Phalla Im, Chansophorn Buth Length : 19 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/5m2iCMU_gjY [ 19TH FRESH WAVE SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Short Film Jury Awards for International Fiction, Sundance Film Festival 2025 * Best Queer Short Award, Provincetown International Film Festival 2025 * Official Selection, International Film Festival of Rotterdam 2025 * Live-action Competition, Short Shorts Film Festival and Asian 2025 Ghost family members are not exclusive to Thailand and Taiwan. During Ching Ming Festival, Grandma Nai's descendants come to her grave to pay their respects. Grandson Meng is dating Pech, who hails from a wealthy family. While his relatives pressure them to get married, Grandma Nai can sense that he has something on his mind. After they leave the gravesite, Meng and Pech's families meet for karaoke. Grandma Nai sneaks out of the cemetery and observes the living. She gradually realises that Meng is gay and decides to help him out. The Cambodian-American director is bold and thoughtful while challenging social taboos within his own culture and manages to tackle them with a light-hearted comedy. The film beat out short films from around the world and won the Short Film Jury Award for International Fiction at the Sundance Film Festival. HE DOESN'T KNOW I KNOW Can : Ta But Ji Doh Ngor Ji Doh d. Zhang Xiaofei Ng Wing Sze, Ernesto de Sousa (So Ka Lok), Simon Lo Man Kit, Length : 22 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/o36b0nUuCO0 [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] The traditional image of a father is full of masculine charm -- strong, brave, and proud—with the male eagle as its symbol. In the post-modern understanding of gender roles, how has the totem animal of a father evolved? Joan returns to Hong Kong to play matchmaker for her father, who happens to be afflicted by a foot injury and is taken care of by the mysterious Kit. Moreover, her father keeps avoiding her matchmaking attempts, leading Joan to suspect that he and Kit are harbouring a secret from her. Award-winning stage actor Simon LO teams up with What If (2025) actors Ernesto DE SOUSA and NG Wing-sze in this magical realist short film about family. The director fills the film with animal symbolism, adding a touch of colour to the gender spectrum. Be Somebody is about an electrician, Wiktor, and his family, who moved to the former residence of former Polish President Lech WALESA, who was also an electrician. Wiktor's wife, Sylwia, tries to make a few extra bucks by opening the apartment up to tourists. Wiktor even impersonates WALESA as part of the tour. Starring Hong Kong Film Award-winning actor Tai Bo, A Day in Kwun Tong gazes at Hong Kong's cityscape while ruminating on the sea changes between father and daughter, with its shifting aspect ratio. Grandma Nai Who Played Favorites, takes place during the Ching Ming Festival. Grandma Nai's descendants come to her grave to pay their respects. She can sense that her grandson, Meng, who is dating a rich girl, seems to have something on his mind today. She gradually realises that Meng is gay and decides to help him out. In He Doesn't Know I Know, Joan returns to Hong Kong to visit her father, who happens to be afflicted by a foot injury and is taken care of by the mysterious Kit. Moreover, her father keeps avoiding her matchmaking attempts, leading Joan to suspect that he and Kit are harbouring a secret from her. MY DATE WITH A VAMPIRE 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, Ray Lui Leung Wai, Annie Liu (Lau Sum Yau), Fish Liew Chi Yu, Bonnie Wong Man Wai, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Phoebus Ng Kai Yeung, Wong Chi Lok, Joey Man Yee Man Rosita Kwok Pak Yin, Cecilia So Lai Shan, Tse Suet Sum, Kaki Sham, Streaming December 11 2025 in mainland China Streaming December 17 2025 in Hong Kong SCARLET d. Mamoru Hosoda Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 111 mins. Opening at October 24th at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening December 11 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/qXN_mg_gsKo [ HONG KONG MOVIE6 ] From visionary Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Mamoru Hosoda comes a powerful, time-bending animated adventure about Scarlet, a medieval- era, sword-fighting princess on a dangerous quest to avenge the death of her father. After failing at her mission and finding herself gravely injured in an "Otherworld", she encounters an idealistic young man from our present day who not only helps her to heal but shows her the possibility of a future free of bitterness and rage. When confronted again by her father's killer, Scarlet faces her most daunting battle: can she break the cycle of hatred and find meaning in life beyond revenge? Venice International Film Festival New York Film Festival TIP OF THE ICEBERG d. Kevin Ng Ka Wai Eugene Hsiuang, Philippe Joly, Laura Williamson Length : 111 mins. Opening December 11 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/6bqkxyEIEf4 MAMORU HOSODA'S JOURNEY THROUGH TIME - SUMMER WARS (4K RESTORED) d. Mamoru Hosoda Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 114 mins. Opening December 11 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Worlds collide in a tale where virtual reality meets actual reality. When Kenji Koiso is pulled from Oz, a popular social networking realm, to play fiancé to classmate Natsuki, he faces a mess of challenges. Between the boisterous and bickering characters of the Jinnouchi clan and the sudden chaos in Oz, Kenji and his new companions must learn the importance of coming together to face the toughest of odds. THE KILLER d. John Woo (Ng Yu Sum) Chow Yun Fat, Danny Lee Sau Yin, Sally Yeh (Yip Sin Man), Kenneth Tsang Kong Rating : IIB Length : 111 mins. Opening January 1 1989 Opening December 10 2025 (RE-RELEASE) FINCH AND MIDLAND Can : Gum Tin Ying Goi Hung Go Hing d. Timothy Yeung Wing Kwong Anthony Wong Chau Sun, Theresa Lee Yi Hung, Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Nina Paw Hee Ching, Harriet Yeung Sze Man, Dmitry Chepovetsky Rating : IIB Length : 110 mins. Opening October 5 2025 at the Vancouver International Film Festival Opening at October 23rd at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening December 9 2025 (Preview) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In the often overlooked, aging neighborhoods of Scarborough, Ontario, four Hong Kong immigrants who arrived in the 1990s quietly unravel in middle age. Once a rising star in Hong Kong, a devoted carer for her elderly mother, a single mother struggling to make ends meet, and a widower yearning for connection – they each clutch fading fragments of dignity, community, and hope in a place as worn and forgotten as they are. The film portrays these fragile souls reaching out for connection – and discovering how far loneliness can stretch. Growing up within this immigrant community, the director witnessed firsthand the resilience of immigrants, creating a poignant meditation on displacement, aging, and the delicate threads that bind us all. Vancouver International Film Festival [ VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2025 ] Timothy Yeung's film is a story of big losses, small triumphs, and moments of grace amid the grind of capitalism — in other words, life itself. Four Hong Kong immigrants are living lives of desperation in Scarborough, Ontario: Dan was a pop singer on the rise before his move to Canada, now he's barely scraping by; Eva is a lonely woman whose commitment to her aging mother has held her back in life; Fan is a part-time sex worker struggling to break into real estate; Tony is an aging widower whose factory job is at risk. Through these characters, Yeung explores diasporic alienation, economic hardship, and social isolation. His film is rich in cultural specificity, but that never obstructs his wider view. Building outwards from private hopes and personal pain, he creates a rich social document that cradles within it four precious human portraits. Tam, Yeung, Lee, and Wong are superb — their performances ring with commitment and authenticity. CRUEL STORY OF YOUTH (19TH FRESH WAVE) Length : 100 mins. Opening December 9 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] MIXED 'N' MATCH Can : Wan Jeung Hup Cheung Tuen d. Kingston Chow King Kan Yeung King-yam, Chan Yu-tim, Cheng Hok-him, Kung Chi-yip Length : 30 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/DT22UpGZlW4 [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] Single-gender schools allow few chances for campus romance. Will inter-school activities provide the right opportunity? Ryan is both eager and afraid of mingling with the opposite sex after studying in an all-boys school for years. One day his friend Jayden makes him join a mixed choir formed with an all-girls school. There, he meets the enthusiastic singer Carol. Unexpectedly, Cupid's arrow carries more than love itself. Ryan will also have to face life lessons such as a test of friendship and the unfairness of the school system. The film's manga-like style and humourous scenes establish perfect comic timing. The innocence and ignorance of youth come alive while the ending suddenly turns into an anti-climax that reveals the bitterness of growing up amidst shattered ideals. LAST DREAM Can : Jui Hau Yut Gor Mung d. Tam Kai-yin Ocean On Yau-kit, Sin Lok-yan, Tsang Wing-yam, Kirsten Leung Lok-ching Length : 21 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/m0v0WVmlBCc [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] Freud once said dreams are disguised fulfilments of repressed wishes. Some recurring dreams may have awakened the unfulfilled desires buried deep inside one's heart. Ceci has passed away at a young age. At night, when her soul wanders and encounters sleepers deep in their thoughts, she will enter their dreams and listen to their hearts. One night, she meets Kate, who is bothered by mundane matters. She finds Kate's dreams familiar. As she recalls fragments of her memories, can past regrets between the two of them be fulfilled in dreams? The film connects the dimensions of dreams and reality with the girls' delicate emotions and sings an elegy of lost youth. GINGERBOY Can : Boon Shook Nam Hai d. Tanaka Miki Fujita Kai, Nakafuji Kei, Shima Akari, Ide Mizuki Length : 49 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/8niljD86Dck [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Third Prize at Cinefondation, 79th Cannes Film Festival * JAPAN CUTS Award at Indie Forum section, Osaka Asian Film Festival EXPO 2025 -- OAFF 2026 * Official Selection, TAMA NEW WAVE 2024 After the trials of society, will the rebellious spirit of unruly young men still shine through? KISHIDA, who is working at his hometown branch, is suddenly transferred to the Tokyo headquarters. He can only stay at the home of his high school friend Kura. With his reddish-brown hair, Kura resembles Peter Pan himself. Having dropped out of university and unwilling to enter the adult world, he spends his days dragging KISHIDA along for fun. Unable to tolerate his friend's decadent lifestyle, KISHIDA also recognises his friend's strange behaviour and abnormal mental state, which makes him gradually distance himself from his friend. The film cleverly uses suspense to depict the reunion and reacquaintance of the two, revealing the agony and regret of young people entering the adult world. The film won Third Prize at Cinéfondation of the 78th Cannes Film Festival. In Mixed 'N' Match, Ryan is both eager and afraid of mingling with the opposite sex after studying in an all-boys school for years. One day his friend Jayden makes him join a mixed choir formed with an all- girls school, and he meets the enthusiastic singer Carol. In Last Dream, Ceci has passed away at a young age. One night, she meets Kate, who is bothered by mundane matters. As she recalls fragments of her memories, can past regrets between the two of them be fulfilled in dreams? Ginger Boy cleverly uses suspense to depict the reunion and reacquaintance of the two, revealing the agony and regret of young people entering the adult world. The film won Third Prize at Cinéfondation of the 78th Cannes Film Festival. STRANGER THAN PARADISE (19TH FRESH WAVE) Length : 85 mins. Opening December 7 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] UNSPOKEN d. Damian Walshe-Howling Kat Dominis, Goran Grcic, Tom Wilson, Matthew Alexander, Mariana Rudan Length : 21 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/KIJpZUdnyWc [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Grand Prix, International Competition, Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival 2025 * Audience Award for Best Short Film, Annapolis Film Festival 2025 * Best Short Film, CinefestOZ Film Festival 2024 * Grand Prize, Best Shorts Competition Humanitarian Awards 2024 If love cannot be bound by ethnic boundaries, will communication bring forth a happy ending? In 1979, the Croatian immigrants in Australia launch a wave of protests for independence. Marina, a Croatian, is secretly in love with her Australian boyfriend. One day, she goes to her boyfriend's house for dinner with his parents, but their conflicting political views leave a bad taste in their mouths. Meanwhile, her brothers participate in the protests, with one ending up behind bars and the other returning home injured. Their father is furious. In face of opposing opinions, how will Marina handle her situation? The director, who is already an excellent actor, creates fierce dramatic tension to shape the barriers between the opposite sides during political debates. The film has won Grand Prix at the International Competition of the prestigious Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival. HOMECOMING AND GOING Can : Yik Lau d. Ko Sze-yeuk Joanne Leung Cheuk-Yan, Bonde Sham Lok Yi, Boing Yuen Hau Wing Length : 20 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/KIJpZUdnyWc [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] For every emigration wave, there is always a wave of return to Hong Kong. Leaving and returning seem to be the beginning of the journey for rootless Hong Kongers. Perhaps Hong Kongers are destined to wander in a cycle of uncertainty. Emily and her fiancé Vincent immigrate to the UK with hopes of starting a new life. They will take over the home of Megan, an old classmate who has lived there for several years and decided to return to Hong Kong. The three friends roam around London and will bid farewell to each other after spending the day together. It is goodbye but it is also the start of a new journey. The director uses this film to express her own feelings after going through the same journey. She carefully inserts daily life details to show the cultural differences and reflects on the faint sadness of exchanging fates. 28 d. Erica Kwok Chung-yee Elizabeth Tang To, Sammi Mak Wing Sum Length : 28 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/ShbhtJ4vUU8 [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] Berlin, known for its freedom and inclusiveness of diverse subcultures, is a safe haven for many displaced people. But urban life may not provide the best living conditions. Idealistic traveller Moon struggles to find accommodation in Berlin but receives a helping hand from Anna, who is also a Hong Konger anxious about her unstable life. They temporarily stay at the 15-person co-living facility named Hausprojekt 'K28'. However, this group of migrants—some have experienced social unrest back home and others just want to experience life in a foreign country—are facing eviction. Two women with very different personalities share what they have and face the hardships of life together. The Berlin-based director uses her perspective as an Asian woman to explore the clash between humanism and gentrification. Featuring Golden Horse nominee Elizabeth TANG and artist Sammi MAK in leading roles, the film deromanticises the situation of Hong Kongers living in a foreign land. GENEOLOGY OF VIOLENCE d. Mohamed Bourouissa Bilel Chegrani, Nina Zem Length : 16 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/wSA0si7FwiY [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * International Competition Grand Prize, Internationale Kurzfilmtage Winterthur 2024 * Grand Prix, National Competition, Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival 2025 * Special Effects Award by Adobe, Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival 2025 * Children's and Youth Film Competition, International Short Film Festival Oberhausen 2025 Is violence legal if it complies with the system? Should violence be suppressed even when facing injustice? Only by tracing back to its roots can we analyse the nature and evolution of violence. A second- generation immigrant drives to pick up his girlfriend for a date. While chatting in the car, he is suddenly stopped and questioned by a police officer who asked him to exit the car for a body search. Embarrassed in front of his girlfriend, his soul escapes his body, only to be trapped in the nightmare of his past. The French-Algerian director has won an award at the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival. Based on his friend’s real life experience, the film uses psychedelic electronic music and mysterious special effects to construct a stream of consciousness world, bluntly explaining how institutional violence deprives the body of autonomy. Unspoken happen during the 1979 wave of protests for independence demonstrations by Croatian immigrants in Australia. Marina, a Croatian, is secretly in love with her Australian boyfriend. One day, she goes to her boyfriend's house for lunch with his parents, but their conflicting political views leave a bad taste in their mouths. Meanwhile, her brothers participate in the protests, with one ending up behind bars and the other returning home injured. Their father is furious. In face of opposing opinions, how will Marina handle her situation? Homecoming and Going is an expression of director own feelings after going through the same journey. She carefully inserts daily life details to show the cultural differences and reflects on the faint sadness of exchanging fates. 28 uses an Asian woman's perspective to explore the clash between humanism and gentrification. Featuring Golden Horse nominee Elizabeth TANG and artist Sammi MAK in leading roles, the film deromanticises the situation of Hong Kongers living in a foreign land. Genealogy of Violence based on the real life experience of director's friend, the film uses psychedelic electronic music and mysterious special effects to construct a stream of consciousness world, bluntly explaining how institutional violence deprives the body of autonomy. # The short film Genealogy of Violence contains several sequences with flashing lights that may affect those who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or have other photo-sensitives. SHAOIN SOCCER d. Stephen Chow Sing Chi, Lee Lik Chi Stephen Chow Sing Chi, Vicki Zhao Wei, Karen Mok Man Wai, Ng Man Tat, Patrick Tse Yin Rating : IIA Length : 102 mins. Opening July 12 2001 Opening December 7 2025 (RE-RELEASE) TOKYO MELODY: A FILM ABOUT RYUICHI SAKAMOTO X RYUICHI SAKAMOTO | PLAYING THE ORCHESTRA 2015 DOUBLE BILL SCREENING d. Elizabeth Lennard Rating : I Opening December 7 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] To commemorate the passing of beloved virtuoso Ryuichi Sakamoto, Tokyo Melody, a documentary that delves into the mind of the creative genius, has been restored in 4K four decades after its production. Hot off the success of electro trio Yellow Magic Orchestra and the release of his iconic debut original film score, Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence, the maestro shares intimate access to career-defining performances and recording sessions for the world to see. Inspired by the humming beat of 1980’s metropolitan Tokyo, with Sakamoto's transgressive style and defiant curiosity on full display, Tokyo Melody provides a rare look into the complex mind and artistry of one of the 20th century’s most fascinating artists. --- After Ryuichi Sakamoto created a massive buzz with Playing the Orchestra 2013, in which he performed with a full orchestra, he updated the concert the following year, conducting the orchestra by himself while playing the piano. A feature-length concert film with an exceptional soundscape, Ryuichi Sakamoto | Playing the Orchestra 2014 vividly captures that celebrated 2014 Tokyo concert. This iconic concert featured a wide range of the maestro's music, from Yellow Music Orchestra's classics to beloved masterpieces such as Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence and The Last Emperor, all performed with the grandeur of the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra. Immerse yourself into the world of Ryuichi Sakamoto’s music and witness a master creating legacy in real time DISTANT VOICES, STILL LIVES (19TH FRESH WAVE) Length : 85 mins. Opening December 7 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] THE LAST RANGER d. Cindy Lee Avumile Qongqo, Liyabona Mroqoza, Makhaola Ndebele, David S. Lee Length : 28 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/I3rT9ZpXGRU [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Best Live Action Short Film nominee, 97th Academy Awards * Best Short Narrative, Pan African Film Festival 2024 * Best Drama Short, San Diego International Film Festival 2024 * Best Script, Best Art Direction and Best Actress, Pretoria Film Festival 2024 Illegal rhino poaching in South Africa is becoming an increasingly serious problem. In addition to implementing conservation measures, the safety of rangers also deserves more attention. Litha, a girl from a poor family, is on her way to sell a few things when she runs into her friend Khuselwa, a female ranger from the only remaining game reserve. The two plan to go see the nearby rhinos, but they suddenly encounter three poachers who are illegally hunting rhinos for their horns. Litha watches Khuselwa engage in gunfire but eventually discovers the cruel truth. Based on a true story, the film features the vast and magnificent grasslands and wildlife habitats shot by the South African female director. The killings are shocking and the sadness is profound. This remarkable work was nominated for Best Live Action Short Film at the Academy Awards. WE MISS, WE MEET, WE MOVE ON Can : Lei Hup Hei d. Ho Ka-ho Chan Tsang-ning, Yuen Yee-Man, Au King-hei, He Yunchi, Kenneth Cheung Moon-yuen, Length : 30 min. Trailer : https://youtu.be/-SHRd7Gfm4Q [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] Love is a long road with moments of separation and reunion. Even an experienced driver must remember safety first and keep the clutch in check to avoid repeating the same mistakes in love. CHAN, a middle- aged man with several different types of driver's license, is dissatisfied with young hearse driver Zi-ling's driving skills, so he takes over the position. Two people who lost their better halves embark on a journey of life and death, healing, guilt, and letting go. The film depicts this road trip romance through a series of analogies related to modes of transportation, filling the screen with scenery on the roads of Hong Kong. The film, with its ambitious production scale, also charts the social changes of Hong Kong since the turn of the century. SLEEPING SWAN Can : Chum Shui Dik Tin Ngor d. Sato Sonomi Suwa Shuri, Shiramoto Ayana, Matsuura Ryo Length : 31 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/9dmQ3IwDQZA [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] If trauma is left untreated for a long time, it will cause one to lose love and other functions. The fowl that does not dance has other difficulties, too. University drop-out Souma saw her peer Marina catching a man who groped a girl. Later, he encounters Marina again and musters the courage to help her when she is being harrassed. The two begin to talk about everything, doing yoga to understand their bodies before Soma finally confides his dark past to Marina. SHIRAMOTO Ayana, the rising star from The Box Man (2024), and new actor SUWA Shuri breathe life into this chance encounter. With MIYAKE Sho and TOMINAGA Masanori collaborator TSUKINAGA Yûta as cinematographer, the film's simple yet moving images gently lead the audience into the state of a contemplative 'sleeping swan'. SPEAK TO THE TIDE Can : Yu Lam Muk Leung Dui Tam d. Chu Ka-shing Chan Tsang-ning, John Ho Kau, Ocean On Yau Kit, Ko Hon-man Length : 30 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/9dmQ3IwDQZA [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] If a goddess has come down to earth, could she bring back lost time for man? Ning takes a substitute teaching position at a rural school, hoping to find inspiration for her novel from nature. One day after class, students Richard and LAM Mak-noeng, a mysteriously masked girl who shares the same name as the Empress of Heaven, come to her for help. It turns out that Mak-noeng is about to disappear. Faced with such an ethereal problem, Ning takes on the responsibility of a storyteller and seeks a happy ending for this heavenly romance. The director, who has always been interested in urban issues, has continued to mix historical and fantastical elements like he has done with Interview with Lo-Ting: An Oral History Project (2022). A modern love story with celestial inspiration, the film gently caresses the remnants of our city and the melancholy of lonely souls. In The Last Ranger, Litha meets her friend Khuselwa, a female ranger from the only remaining game reserve. The two plan to go see the nearby rhinos, but they suddenly encounter three poachers who are illegally hunting rhinos for their horns. Litha watches Khuselwa engage in gunfire but eventually discovers the cruel truth. We Miss, We Meet, We Move On depicts a road trip romance through a series of analogies related to modes of transportation, filling the screen with scenery on the roads of Hong Kong, and charts the social changes of Hong Kong since the turn of the century. SHIRAMOTO Ayana, the rising star from The Box Man (2024), and new actor SUWA Shuri breathe life into this chance encounter in Sleeping Swan. With simple yet moving images, it gently leads the audience into the state of a contemplative 'sleeping swan'. Speak to the Tide is about one day after class, students Richard and LAM Mak-noeng, a mysteriously masked girl who shares the same name as the Empress of Heaven, come to Ning, a substitute teacher, for help. It turns out that Mak-noeng is about to disappear. THE YOUNG AND THE DAMNED (19TH FRESH WAVE) Length : 105 mins. Opening December 6 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] THE BURNING NIGHT Can : Yin Yeh d. Demon Wong Zhao Xuan Length : 21 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/v6VLaqEDQNo [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Asian International Best Short Award and Governor of Tokyo Award, Short Shorts Film Festival and Asian 2025 * Best Live Action Short Film nominee, Golden Horse Awards 2024 * International Competition, Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival 2025 Rebellious rage ignites the streets, but any danger pales in comparison to national interests. As the Beijing Olympics approach, five marginalised teenagers set off fireworks for fun in Guangzhou. Their reckless behaviour unexpectedly ignites even greater unrest, bringing the long night of joy to an abrupt end. Chinese director Demon WONG takes a hard look at the restlessness of a young man amidst social turmoil, where loss and loneliness of growing up are fleeting like fireworks -- a tribute to the violent aesthetics of KITANO Takeshi's Hana-bi (1998). The film impressed the Golden Horse Film Festival with its mature mise-en-scene and editing while picking up Asia International Best Short Award at the Short Shorts Film Festival and Asia. CAGED DOG Can : Jau Huen d. Yen Hao-hsuan Kuo Tai-yun, Chen Tai-ho Length : 42 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/pCuy3eV_vwM [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Special Jury Prize, Best Cinematography and Best Performer, Golden Harvest Awards 2025 * Best Live Action Short Film nominee, Golden Horse Awards 2024 Is it self-serving or altruistic to choose kindness and overlook others' missteps? Is the battle between good and evil positive-sum, negative-sum, or zero-sum? A-he, a slow-witted high schooler, is bullied to join a gang of troublemakers. Jie, a model student living in poverty, sees university as the only way out. Jie volunteers to mentor Ah-he and discovers that he is taking care of the stray dog that has been caged by the troublemakers. Can the two break free from the prisoner's dilemma and save the dog? With a mindset of a craftman, YEN Hao-hsuan elevates a student film to industry standards while CHEN Tai-ho's acting has garnered widespread acclaim. The film has been nominated at the Golden Horse Awards and won several prizes at the Golden Harvest Awards. WHISPHERS IN THE BELLY (OPENING SHORT FILM, 19TH FRESH WAVE) Can : Toh Ji Yau Fung d. Bobby Yu Shuk-pui Bobby Yu Shuk-pui, Yu Mei, Siu Kiu, Yu Daan Rating : I Length : 20 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/fPE50iCMgm0 [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] Family pains and abdominal cramps—anyone can allow their body to endure the turbulent intrusion alone. After living in Norway for years, Ling brings her foreign boyfriend home to Hong Kong. The family reunion is seemingly harmonious yet unspoken rifts and resentment will be revealed through family therapy. Will it end in reconciliation or a split-up? Bobby YU Shuk-pui, winner of Best Director at the 17th Fresh Wave, brings her family's story to the silver screen. With real-life family members appearing on screen, the film examines intergenerational conflict through the lens of the young. With scenes of conversational therapy shot like direct cinema and shifting between fiction and reality through switching aspect ratios, the film faithfully and naturally presents the emotional vortex among family members. SIDE A: A SUMMER DAY Can : A Min: Ngor Dik Yut Tin d. Wan Kin-fai Chang Ning, Tsai Cheng-huang, Patricia Lin Length : 22 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/DXCNg4_qGIA [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Best Live Action Short Film, Golden Horse Awards 2024 * Best Narrative Short Film and Best Performer, Golden Harvest Awards 2025 * Best Short Film, Taipei Film Awards 2025 Some things are difficult to say aloud. Maybe another way is to record it in a tape recorder. As summer holiday nears its end, Ah-fei has yet to complete an assignment that entails recording a day of his life. He asks his mother to help him create a happy and fulfilling day. However, the other side of the tape tells a completely different story. WAN Kin-fai, who has learned film production from director CHANG Tso-chi, has once again written a story based on his own family who are Chinese immigrants from India. The film uses the two-sided structure of a tape to compare reality and illusion, and freely moves between time, language, and culture. Coupled with the sincere and touching performances of CHANG Ning and young actor TSAI Cheng-huang, the film swept different best short film awards at the Golden Horse Awards, Taipei Film Awards, and Golden Harvest Awards. The Burning Night is set during the Beijing Olympics, and five marginalised teenagers set off fireworks for fun in Guangzhou. Their reckless behaviour unexpectedly ignites even greater unrest, bringing the long night of joy to an abrupt end. In Caged Dog, a model student living in poverty, Jie volunteers to mentor Ah-he and discovers that he is taking care of the stray dog that has been caged by the troublemakers. Whispers in the Belly, director Bobby YU Shuk-pui, brings her family's story to the silver screen. With real-life family members appearing on screen%2C the film examines intergenerational conflict through the lens of the young. Side A: A Summer Day has swept different best short film awards. It uses the two-sided structure of a tape to compare reality and illusion, and once again tells a story based on his own family, who are Chinese immigrants from India. HAPPY TOGETHER (19TH FRESH WAVE) Rating : III Length : 82 mins. Opening December 6 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] EROGENESIS d. Xandra Popescu Valerie Renay, Yuko Kaseki, Estelle Widmaier, Greta Markurt, Sasha Deckinger, Cecile Perrot Length : 15 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/t0eNt3S_m6Q [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Canal+ award, Cannes Semaine de la Critique 2025 In the past, declining birth rates led women to become reproductive machines. Can modern technology replace this role and even enhance women's sexual desire? After a doomsday disaster, only a small number of humans survive. To solve the problem of procreation, five female researchers devote themselves to inventing an artificial womb. Yet they become more interested in the study of erogeneity and even conduct experiments in hopes of achieving non-genital sexual pleasure. Until one day, a tomboy named Tom breaks in and changes everything again. The film, with its utopian setting and English narration, satirises the alienated relationship between modern men and women. The liberation of women from the shackles of childbearing is the revelation for human fertility in the future. This award winner was selected as part of Cannes Semaine de la Critique 2025. WHEN THE WATER STILLS Can : Sum Shui Lui d. Yuan Yuan, Myo Aung, Wen Ching, Su Yu-chun Zhu Zhi-ying, Wu Nieh-hsuan, Tuan Chun-hao, Hsiao Han-Fang, Lai Yu-fei Length : 16 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/qBsTUWGLsPw [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] Beauty fades as time passes, but one will still long for a graceful physique even when youthfulness is out of reach. Jade, a medical cosmetic nurse, has a daughter but still pays great attention to her figure and exercises constantly. She has sex with her swimming coach and has to touch the bodies of young female customers at work. One day, her handbag becomes wet and the invisible burden has made her decide to unload everything. With Short Film Palme d'Or winner QIU Yang as the film's mentor and performances by Golden Bell winner ZHU Zhi-ying and young star WU Nien-hsuan, the talents set a terrifying and eerie tone with gloomy images to reveal the horror of a middle- aged woman suffering from anxiety about her appearance. ALL ABOUT I LOVED YOU Can : Mun Ji Huet d. Ren Hong-lin, Tan Wei-ting, Yang Ling, Mickey Lai Yao Chun-yao, Phoebe Lin, Hsu Huai-min Length : 18 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/Fd-y49E9sGU [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] You may not cherish the partner you have, but sometimes it is not because you want to be with another person. When contemporary couples seek fertility treatment, can they go hand in hand? Though Xin is past her prime child-bearing years, she hopes to conceive. Her partner, Sen, cooperates and maintains his health. However, when the doctor confirms that everything is ready, Sen hesitates and even avoids intercourse. As ovulation approaches, the couple reaches their breaking point. Mentored by CHIAN Wei-liang, who has won Golden Horse Award for Best New Director, the talents use low light to gaze at the tense moments between the husband and wife. Golden Bell-winning actor YAO Chun-yao and Phoebe LIN give a pair of restrained performances in their delicate portrayal of a couple whose relationship dynamic is shifting in dissonance. THE FISHBOWL GIRL Can : Gum Yu Gong Siu Jeh d. Wu Hung-yi Chen Ching, Prapamonton Eiamchan, True Wang, Linus Zeng Rating : III Length : 23 mins. Trailer : https://youtu.be/QeedaR1jutQ [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] * Best Live Action Short Film nominee, Golden Horse Awards 2024 * Golden Harvest Awards 2025 nominee * International Competition, Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival 2025 * Best Short Film nominee, Taipei Film Awards 2025 Love and sex, spirit and desire should be integrated instead of segregated. We should face all kinds of desires head on. Wei, a lesbian, goes to Thailand for a graduation trip with friends. Unfortunately, she finds out that her crush has fallen in love with someone else. In frustration, she goes to a Thai soapy massage parlor with her male friends. Jin Jin is the only masseuse who is willing to serve Wei. The two go from being awkward and uncomfortable, to accidentally getting hurt, to communicating with each other. They end up in harmony and mutual attraction as they naturally grow to enjoy each other's body and the pleasure of sex. The director uses rich layers of light and shadow to meticulously capture the tenderness and warmth of the female body, creating a sex scene that is both realistic and alluring. It is undoubtedly one of the most daring short film nominees in the history of the Golden Horse Awards. EROGENESIS, with its utopian setting and English narration, satirises the alienated relationship between modern men and women. The liberation of women from the shackles of childbearing is the revelation for human fertility in the future. This award winner was selected as part of Cannes Semaine de la Critique 2025. When the Water Stills is about Jade, a medical cosmetic nurse%2C has a daughter but still pays great attention to her figure and exercises constantly. She has sex with her swimming coach and has to touch the bodies of young female customers at work. One day, her handbag becomes wet and the invisible burden has made her decide to unload everything. In All about I Loved You, although Xin is past her prime childbearing years, she hopes to conceive. Her partner, Sen, cooperates and maintains his health. However, when the doctor confirms that everything is ready, Sen hesitates and even avoids intercourse. As ovulation approaches, the couple reaches their breaking point. Director WU Hung-yi uses rich layers of light and shadow in The Fishbowl Girl to meticulously capture the tenderness and warmth of the female body, creating a sex scene that is both realistic and alluring. It is undoubtedly one of the most daring short film nominees in the history of the Golden Horse Awards. INFERNAL AFFAIRS d. Andrew Lau Wai Keung, Alan Mak Siu Fai Andy Lau Tak Wah, Tony Leung Chiu Wai, Anthony Wong Chau Sun, Eric Tsang Chi Wai, Sammi Cheng Sau Man, Kelly Chen Wai Lam, Edison Chen Koon Hei Rating : IIA Lnegth : 101 mins. Opening December 12 2002 Opening December 6 2025 (RE-RELEASE) Trailer : https://youtu.be/jft61nrPaoM MAI (19TH FRESH WAVE OPENING FILM) d. Tran Thanh PHUONG Anh-dào, Tu?n Tr?n, Tr?n Thành, H?ng-dào, HU?NH Uy?n-ân Length : 131 mins. Opening December 5 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk Trailer : https://youtu.be/vYTx7uaUTfQ [ 19TH FRESH WAVE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL ] This film, which broke Vietnam’s all-time box office record in 2024, was released in Taiwan under the translated title 'Love Again'; 'Vietnam Loves' was the translated title for the 'Asian Cinerama' project in Hong Kong, while the original title, 'Mai', refers to the name of the female protagonist. None of these offer a complete picture for the audience. Even more so, no synopsis can provide an accurate description. Try this: Mai, a massage girl past her prime, moves to the city to work. She meets Duong, a bar pianist seven years her junior, who pursues her recklessly. When she finally overcomes her inner demons and accepts his love, she discovers he actually comes from a wealthy family. However, Duong's mother, learning of Mai's dishonorable past, rejects her and tries to separate the lovers...Now doesn't this all sound quite familiar, resembling the Cantonese social dramas and ethical tragedies of CHOR Yuen, Filmmaker in Focus of last year? The truth is, Tr?n Thành has adopted a (nearly) hybrid style, combining Douglas SIRK’s melodramatic storytelling, R.W. FASSBINDER's subversive narration, and Pedro ALMODÓVAR's colourful imagery and complex and precise mise-en-scène. Through this constantly changing scenery, sometimes playful and witty, sometimes romantic, at times melancholic, others passionate, the lively portrayal of humankind (the apartment where all sorts inhabit) as in The House of 72 Tenants (1973), Mai's legendary life as heartbreaking as Darling Caroline (1951), the result is truly magnificent. Tr?n Thành’s two other works also rank 4th and 5th in Vietnam's highest-grossing films of all time. In addition to screenwriting and directing, he is also a renowned actor (especially in comedy), TV host and voice actor, at merely 38 years old. DHURANDHAR d. Aditya Dhar Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun Rating : III Length : 212 mins. Opening December 5 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Dhurandhar is a star-studded saga inspired by incredible true events set in the gritty criminal vein of underworld with a backdrop of Indian patriotism, featuring action sequences, Shakespearean betrayals, and tradecrafts of espionage. UNDER CURRENT AKA : THE OUTSIDER 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 Opening December 4 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/DjrztEMjKMo [ 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... ROAD TO VENDETTA Can : Sat Sau #4 Lit : Assassin Number 4 d. La-Ying Njo Kui Ying (Leung Kui Ying) Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun, Sara Minami, Chu Pak Him, Naoto Takenaka, Rosa Maria Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Takumi Saitoh, Daniel Hong Rating : IIB Length : 108 mins. Opening September 22 2025 at the Fantastic Fest 2025 Opening November 9 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening December 4 2025 Site : https://fantasticfest2025.eventive.org/films/689e035804f969cfc144e61d Trailer : https://youtu.be/2OfQzbBbNrw [ 2025 FANTASTIC FEST ] Within the opening moments of NJO Kui Ying’s visually arresting debut feature, a visceral fistfight breaks out on the top floor of a Hong Kong city tram. Bodies hang precariously from the windows in a tangle of flesh and blood that soon leaves one man dead, while the other coolly walks away, shrugging off just another day in the life of a trained assassin. Known only as No. 4, this bleach-blond, stone-faced killer soon finds himself in Japan, where a seemingly straightforward assignment quickly spirals into a breathless game of cat-and-mouse with the Yakuza's deadliest foot soldiers. No. 4's client, a young woman with a personal vendetta against the city’s most notorious crime syndicate, ropes him into becoming her unwitting accomplice in a game of revenge that leaves them both out of their depth with a bounty on their heads. As their relationship evolves from professional to personal, they are left with no choice but to fight side by side if they are to survive the next 72 desperate hours. Wearing his influences proudly on his sleeve, first-time director NJO steers a classic gun-toting tale of heroic bloodshed into a head-on collision with a sleek, katana-wielding crime story of honour, betrayal, camaraderie, and vengeance. Drenched in neon and buffed to a shimmering polish, ROAD TO VENDETTA owes an inescapable debt to the works of John Woo, Johnnie To, Kinji Fukasaku, and Takashi Miike, even as it doffs its cap to the Hollywood homages—from KILL BILL to JOHN WICK—that have forged this path ahead of it. The result is a composed and enthralling calling card from an emerging new talent, paired with an agile, unflinching leading man, who together make an unstoppable pair. (JAMES MARSH) [ CINEMA CITY ] In Asia, a mysterious assassin organization operates under the guise of a noodle shop hidden in a bustling city, serving as a haven for killers. Assassin No. 4, orphaned at a young age and raised in the noodle shop, is sent to Japan to eliminate a yakuza boss. However, he is unexpectedly ambushed by his client, a Japanese girl seeking revenge. To exact her vengeance, she spares no expense in hiring the assassin and attempts to enlist No. 4 in her grand revenge plan, only for their actions to inadvertently provoke a relentless pursuit by the yakuza, putting both their lives in danger... MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM: IRON-BLOODED ORPHANS URDR-HUNT -- PATH OF THE LITTLE CHALLENGER d. Tatsuyuki Nagai Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 75 mins. Opening December 4 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/aotLcqvLf-k [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Mobile Suit Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans Urdr-Hunt "-Path of the Little Challenger-" double featuring Mobile Suit Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans 10th Anniversary Short Film "Wedge of Interposition" P.D. 323... Gjallarhorn's political intervention into the Arbrau central parliament escalated into an armed conflict using mobile suits. The incident was brought to an end by Tekkadan, a group of boys from Mars. News of Tekkadan's exploits has also reached the ears of Wistario Afam, who was born and raised at the Radonitsa Colony near Venus. Venus, which lost to Mars in the development race, is a remote frontier planet in which the four great economic blocs show little interest. It is now used only as a penal colony for criminals, and its inhabitants don't even have IDs. Then Wistario, who wants to improve the conditions in this homeland, encounters a girl who claims to be the guide to the Urdr-Hunt. "Congratulations. You're qualified to enter the Urdr-Hunt." Drawn in by this encounter, Wistario now stands at the threshold of the Urdr-Hunt, a race which offers a prize vast enough to easily purchase a whole colony. Short Film "Wedge of Interposition" introduction In carrying out its mission to escort Kudelia, Tekkadan has achieved overnight fame through the fighting that took place during the election of Arbrau's prime minister. Its name is now known throughout the outer spheres... After returning home to Mars, Tekkadan continues moving forward, even resorting to brute-force tactics in order to further expand its organization. Meanwhile, as they watch Orga struggling on his own with the unfamiliar role of leader, Mikazuki and the other Tekkadan members come up with an idea. MAMORU HOSODA'S JOURNEY THROUGH TIME - THE GIRL WHO LEAPT THROUGH TIME (4K RESTORED) d. Mamoru Hosoda Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 99 mins. Opening December 4 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Something strange has happened to Makoto Konno. Time has suddenly stopped and moved her backwards. With her newly discovered ability to literally leap backwards in time Makoto finds that tests become a piece of cake, embarrassing situations are corrected and she can have her favorite food anytime she wants. Unfortunately her carefree time traveling has adverse effects on the people she cares for. With every successful leap Makoto somehow alters the fate of those around her. This was not supposed to happen and as she races back in time to fix everything, she notices that her abilities are not limitless but with every successful jump she is one step closer to discovering the most wonderful secret in her young adult life. MONSTA X: CONNECT X IN CINEMAS d. Margo Yeji Lee, Yoondong Oh MONSTA X (Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney, I.M) Length : 118 mins. Opening December 3 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In July 2025, MONSTA X set the KSPO DOME ablaze over three unforgettable days with their show 2025 MONSTA X CONNECT X. From the powerful live band session and a setlist packed with spectacular performances, to never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage of the preparation process, and exclusive, heartfelt interviews where the members reflect on their intense 10-year journey— this film captures it all. A chronicle of a decade-long story written together by MONSTA X and MONBEBE. Limited 2D & 4DX screenings at select Broadway Cinemas only! GOOD AUTUMN, MOMMY d. Chen Shizhong Shu Qi, Bai Ke, Lang Yueting, Tian Niu, Yuen Cheung Yan Rating : IIB Length : 107 mins. Opening December 18 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/Ja4B4CM25jA SHE REMEMBERS, HE FORGETS d. Adam Wong Sau Ping Miriam Yeung Chin Wah, Jan Lamb Hoi Fung, Neo Yau Hawk Sau, Cecilia So Lai Shan, Ng Siu Hin Rating : IIA Length : 110 mins. Opening November 5 2015 Opening November 30 2025 (RE-RELEASE) (POSTPONED) Trailer : https://youtu.be/lsdMjf2J3j8 SEVENTEEN WORD TOUR [NEW_] IN JAPAN LIVE VIEWING d. HYBE & PLEDIS Entertainment SEVENTEEN Opening November 29 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Celebrating their 10th anniversary, SEVENTEEN embarks on a monumental new journey with their world tour [NEW_], symbolizing a fresh start and endless possibilities ahead. Known as a performance powerhouse, SEVENTEEN delivers dynamic stages, reimagined choreography, and solo performances that spotlight each member's growth and artistry. From Incheon to North America and across Asia, the journey culminates in the Nagoya concert, broadcast live to cinemas worldwide on November 29. Experience SEVENTEEN's passion, unity, and energy; on the big screen, together with fans around the world. 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 Rating : III Length : 105 mins. Opening November 6 2025 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening November 27 2025 [ HONG KONG MOVIE6 ] Mui, a vibrant young lady with cerebral palsy, has always navigated life optimistically despite its challenges. However, her carefully constructed world is threatened when her overprotective mother insists on a hysterectomy, causing Mui to fear the loss of her identity as a woman. Seeking solace and autonomy, she discovers an unique volunteer group providing sexual services for disabled individuals. There, she meets Ken, an enigmatic volunteer grappling with his own hidden wounds. Their connection deepens, blossoming into an affectionate yet elusive bond that challenges societal norms and physical limitations. Like Tam's In Your Dreams (14th HKAFF Opening Film), Someone Like Me is a provocative exploration of desire, identity, and the courage to claim one's own narrative. RESURRECTION d. Bi Gang Jackson Yee, Shu Qi, Mark Chao, Li Gengxi, Huang Jue, Chen Yongzhong Length : 160 mins. Opening November 27 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/35Ybibk_MB4 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In a world where humanity has lost the ability to dream, one creature remains entranced by the fading illusions of the dreamworld. This monster, adrift in reverie, clings to visions no one else can see — until a woman appears. Gifted with the rare power to perceive these illusions for what they truly are, she chooses to enter the monster's dreams, determined to uncover the truth that lies hidden within. GOLDEN BOY Can : Gum Tung d. Joe Chan Wai Koon Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Eric Tsang Chi Wai, Lam Suet, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Rosa Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Leander Lau Ho Lan, Gladys Li Ching Kwan, Doughboy, Mars Cheung Wing Fat, Lawrence Cheng Tan Shui, Anna Ueyama, Ben Yuen Fu Wah, Ali Lee Kai Sum, Ruby Lam Yin Ling Rating : IIB Length : 92 mins. Opening November 21 2025 Teaser : https://youtu.be/DyDNYvo07-M [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A decade ago, Cheung Lek was the brightest rising boxing star—known as "Golden Boy" -- until a tragic incident stripped him of his freedom. Ten years later, released from prison, he comes face to face with Fong Yuen, the son he has never met. To claim the inheritance left by Fong Yuen's mother, Cheung must learn to live with and take care of the boy. Thrust into fatherhood and confronted by past regrets, Cheung's life is turned upside down once more. Through conflict and gradual reconciliation with his son, he begins to understand his true purpose. Confronting the ghosts of his past, Cheung decides to return to the ring—not only to reclaim his dream, but to become the role model his son deserves. LEFT-HANDED GIRL d. Tsou Shih-Ching Janel Tsai, Ma Shih-Yuan, Nina Ye, Brando Huang, Akio Chen, Chao Xin-Yan Rating : IIB Length : 109 mins. Opening November 3 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening November 20 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A single mother and her two daughters return to Taipei after several years of living in the countryside to open a stand at a buzzing night market. Each in their own way, will have to adapt to this new environment to make ends meet and succeed in maintaining the family unity. Three generations of family secrets begin to unravel after the youngest daughter who's left-handed is told by her traditional grandfather to never use her "devil hand". [ 22ND HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] In her remarkable solo directorial debut, Tsou Shih-Ching crafts an intimate portrait of three generations wrestling with tradition and change in modern Taipei. After moving from the countryside, single mother Shu-Fen and her daughters–rebellious twenty-year-old I-Ann and curious five-year-old I-Jing -- struggle to make ends meet running a night market noodle stall. When I-Jing's grandfather condemns her left-handedness as demonic, family secrets begin to surface. Co- written and produced by Sean Baker, this tender exploration of family bonds and quiet rebellion pulses with the vibrant energy of Taipei's neon-lit streets. Critics' Week, Cannes Film Festival BFI London Film Festival Opening Film, Kaohsiung Film Festival NOBODY d. Shui Yu Rating : I Length : 119 mins. Opening November 20 2025 (Preview) Opening December 11 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/PaDFQ-RrZUY [ EMPEROR CINEMAS ] In Chinese folklore, a "Yao" is an animal spirit. A wild young pig Yao from Langlang Mountain dreams of joining the King’s Cave, but after offending the King, he has no choice but to leave Langlang Mountain. He then teams up with his friends, namely the Toad Yao, Weasel Yao, and Orangutan Yao, to form a "grassroots scripture-seeking group." They disguise themselves as Monk Tang and his disciples, hurrying to the Western Paradise to fetch the sacred Buddhist scriptures ahead of the real pilgrim team. Along the way, they go through absurd adventures, each achieving their own growth and finally gaining the "true scriptures" that belong to themselves. A GOOD CHILD d. Ong Kuo Sin Richie Koh, Hong Hui Fang, Johnny Lu, Charlie Goh, Cheryl Chou Rating : IIB Length : 105 mins. Opening November 20 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] JIAHAO, a drag queen estranged from his conservative family, returns home after his father's passing to help his brother, JIA QIANG, to care for their mother, JU HUA, who has been diagnosed with dementia. As Ju Hua's condition worsens, she becomes increasingly reliant on Jiahao -- reigniting past wounds and emotional strains. One night, a tired Jiahao returns home still in drag, met with panic and confusion from his mother who threatens to call the police. In a moment of quick thinking, he calms her by pretending to be her daughter instead. To his surprise, Ju Hua believes him. Seizing the opportunity, Jiahao playfully steps into this new role, determined to mend their fractured relationship by creating new memories and healing old regrets. With the unwavering support of his boyfriend, DAVID, Jiahao begins a heartfelt journey of reconnection, acceptance, and self-discovery—until an unexpected revelation from his past changes everything. LUPIN THE THIRD THE MOVIE: THE IMMORTAL BLOODLINE d. Takeshi Koike Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 92 mins. Opening November 20 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/HSVZkKHVHKI [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] After nearly 30 years, the genius director Takeru Koike helms a brand- new 2D theatrical film for Lupin III! Continuing with the dark, realistic style of the THE IIIRD series, this original story unfolds in a parallel timeline, centred on the legendary thief Lupin III! Master of thief Lupin III, alongside his trusted partners Daisuke Jigen, Goemon Ishikawa, and Fujiko Mine, ventures to uncover the truth behind a relentless pursuit targeting them. Their quest leads them to a mysterious island in the Bermuda Triangle, uncharted on any map, in search of the hidden vast treasure. But their journey takes a deadly turn when their plane is shot down, forcing them to crash-landing on a toxic, mist-shrouded "Island of Death." Surrounded by decaying nuclear weapons, abandoned armaments, and eerie "Garbage People," the group faces a dire situation as lethal gas leaves them with only 24 hours to survive! The island's overlord, Muom, claims to possess the power of immortality and seeks to destroy the world to rule as its new master. Facing an invincible, undying enemy, Lupin III stakes his thief's honour in a high-stakes battle of wits and courage, taking on an impossible mission in a thrilling final showdown! 24 FLAVOURS Can : Yi Sup Sei Mei d. Elaine Huang Yiling Sylvia Chang Ai-Chia, Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Kenny Bee (Chung Chun To) Jordan Lee (Li Xiangxuan), Vana Dong Fan Length : 104 mins. Opening November 14 2024 in mainland China Opening November 16 2025 at the New Zealand Asia Pacific Film Festival [ THE CAPITOL CINEMA ] After years abroad, April returns to her homeland, discovering her divorced parents rekindling old ties. Memories of her extreme self- harm resurface as she grapples with her father's infidelity. Facing the impending demolition of the tea shop, April must decide between taking her mother Qiaozhen abroad or supporting her desire to continue the business. Struggling Yongtong silently raises funds for Qiaozhen's shop reopening, inadvertently falling into a scam. April also encounters her resilient half-sister Xiaojing. Amidst the challenges, she begins to reclaim the life, time, and self-reflection she had long avoided. BANG DREAM! IT'S MYGO!!!!! -- UTAU, BOKURA NI NARERU UTA AND FILM LIVE d. Kohdai Kakimoto Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 118 mins. Opening November 14 2025 HYBRID STORM Can : Kei Kuen Fung Bo d. Terry Ng Ka Wai Kevin Cheng Ka Wing, Hubert Wu Hung Kwan, Annie Liu (Lau Sum Yau), Adam Pak Tin Nam, Shirley Chan Yan Yin, Xia Yan (Janelle Sing), Lau Shek Yin, Lo Hoi Pang, Eva Lai Yin Shan, Wong Man Piu, Jason Lau (Pai Piu) Bosco Wong Chung Chak, Raymond Wong Pak Ming, Shek Sau, Rating : IIA Length : 93 mins. Opening November 13 2025 [ SCREEN DAILY ] The new feature follows an anti-corruption investigator who must prove his innocence after he being suspended from duties when his father is implicated in a customs corruption case. KUNG FU HUSTLE d. Stephen Chow Sing Chi Stephen Chow Sing Chi, Eva Huang Shengyi, Yuen Wah, Yuen Qiu, Bruce Leung Siu Lung, Danny Chan Kwok Kwan, Lam Tsz Chung Rating : IIB Length : 99 mins. Opening November 13 2025 (RE-RELEASE) Trailer : https://youtu.be/hA1PH_65SYI [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In Shanghai, China in the 1940s, a wannabe gangster aspires to join the notorious "Axe Gang" while residents of a housing complex exhibit extraordinary powers in defending their turf. AGAINST ALL ODDS d. Lau Ho Leung Philip Ng Wan Lung, Chen Yongsheng, Han Geng, Mitchell Hoag, Louise Wong Dan Nei, Molly Han Mo Rating : IIB Length : 118 mins. Opening November 13 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In 1944, Japanese-occupied Hong Kong. James, a Flying Tiger fighter pilot, was shot down by the Japanese Air Force while carrying out a bombing mission over Kai Tek airport. Gutsy, Sister3, Dan and Mimi, guerrillas of the Dongjiang Column, were ordered to sneak into the bowling alley of the Japanese army club to rescue James. Meanwhile, Smiley, a undercover who was ordered to assassinate the senior Japanese officials, finally got an excellent opportunity to carry out his mission at the same bowling alley. Unexpectedly, the mission to rescue James and the mission to assassinate the senior Japanese official "collided". After Smiley's identity exposed , he resolutely joined the team. They fought desperately against the Japanese troops, and finally the team made a breakthrough and escaped from danger. A MIGHTY ADVENTURE d. Toe Yuen Kin To Animation Length : 77 mins. Opening November 13 2025 at the Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival [ TAIPEI GOLDEN HORSE FILM FESTIVAL ] A grasshopper, a spider, and a butterfly are suddenly transported to a big concrete city. They face a series of exciting and extraordinary micro-adventures. Along the way, they learn to understand themselves better, overcome challenges, and build their self-esteem. These life- changing experiences help them grow stronger, happier, and ready to choose their own paths with confidence. BANG DREAM! IT'S MYGO!!!!! -- UTAU, BOKURA NI NARERU UTA AND FILM LIVE d. Kohdai Kakimoto Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 118 mins. Opening November 14 2025 24 FLAVOURS Can : Yi Sup Sei Mei d. Elaine Huang Yiling Sylvia Chang Ai-Chia, Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Kenny Bee (Chung Chun To) Jordan Lee (Li Xiangxuan), Vana Dong Fan Length : 104 mins. Opening November 14 2024 in mainland China Opening November 16 2025 at the New Zealand Asia Pacific Film Festival [ THE CAPITOL CINEMA ] After years abroad, April returns to her homeland, discovering her divorced parents rekindling old ties. Memories of her extreme self- harm resurface as she grapples with her father's infidelity. Facing the impending demolition of the tea shop, April must decide between taking her mother Qiaozhen abroad or supporting her desire to continue the business. Struggling Yongtong silently raises funds for Qiaozhen's shop reopening, inadvertently falling into a scam. April also encounters her resilient half-sister Xiaojing. Amidst the challenges, she begins to reclaim the life, time, and self-reflection she had long avoided. LEFT-HANDED GIRL d. Tsou Shih-Ching Janel Tsai, Ma Shih-Yuan, Nina Ye, Brando Huang, Akio Chen, Chao Xin-Yan Rating : IIB Length : 109 mins. Opening November 3 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening November 20 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A single mother and her two daughters return to Taipei after several years of living in the countryside to open a stand at a buzzing night market. Each in their own way, will have to adapt to this new environment to make ends meet and succeed in maintaining the family unity. Three generations of family secrets begin to unravel after the youngest daughter who's left-handed is told by her traditional grandfather to never use her "devil hand". [ 22ND HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] In her remarkable solo directorial debut, Tsou Shih-Ching crafts an intimate portrait of three generations wrestling with tradition and change in modern Taipei. After moving from the countryside, single mother Shu-Fen and her daughters–rebellious twenty-year-old I-Ann and curious five-year-old I-Jing -- struggle to make ends meet running a night market noodle stall. When I-Jing's grandfather condemns her left-handedness as demonic, family secrets begin to surface. Co- written and produced by Sean Baker, this tender exploration of family bonds and quiet rebellion pulses with the vibrant energy of Taipei's neon-lit streets. Critics' Week, Cannes Film Festival BFI London Film Festival Opening Film, Kaohsiung Film Festival NOBODY d. Shui Yu Length : 119 mins. Opening November 20 2025 [ EMPEROR CINEMAS ] In Chinese folklore, a "Yao" is an animal spirit. A wild young pig Yao from Langlang Mountain dreams of joining the King’s Cave, but after offending the King, he has no choice but to leave Langlang Mountain. He then teams up with his friends, namely the Toad Yao, Weasel Yao, and Orangutan Yao, to form a "grassroots scripture-seeking group." They disguise themselves as Monk Tang and his disciples, hurrying to the Western Paradise to fetch the sacred Buddhist scriptures ahead of the real pilgrim team. Along the way, they go through absurd adventures, each achieving their own growth and finally gaining the "true scriptures" that belong to themselves. A GOOD CHILD d. Ong Kuo Sin Richie Koh, Hong Hui Fang, Johnny Lu, Charlie Goh, Cheryl Chou Rating : IIB Length : 105 mins. Opening November 20 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] JIAHAO, a drag queen estranged from his conservative family, returns home after his father's passing to help his brother, JIA QIANG, to care for their mother, JU HUA, who has been diagnosed with dementia. As Ju Hua's condition worsens, she becomes increasingly reliant on Jiahao -- reigniting past wounds and emotional strains. One night, a tired Jiahao returns home still in drag, met with panic and confusion from his mother who threatens to call the police. In a moment of quick thinking, he calms her by pretending to be her daughter instead. To his surprise, Ju Hua believes him. Seizing the opportunity, Jiahao playfully steps into this new role, determined to mend their fractured relationship by creating new memories and healing old regrets. With the unwavering support of his boyfriend, DAVID, Jiahao begins a heartfelt journey of reconnection, acceptance, and self-discovery—until an unexpected revelation from his past changes everything. LUPIN THE THIRD THE MOVIE: THE IMMORTAL BLOODLINE d. Takeshi Koike Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 92 mins. Opening November 20 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/HSVZkKHVHKI [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] After nearly 30 years, the genius director Takeru Koike helms a brand- new 2D theatrical film for Lupin III! Continuing with the dark, realistic style of the THE IIIRD series, this original story unfolds in a parallel timeline, centred on the legendary thief Lupin III! Master of thief Lupin III, alongside his trusted partners Daisuke Jigen, Goemon Ishikawa, and Fujiko Mine, ventures to uncover the truth behind a relentless pursuit targeting them. Their quest leads them to a mysterious island in the Bermuda Triangle, uncharted on any map, in search of the hidden vast treasure. But their journey takes a deadly turn when their plane is shot down, forcing them to crash-landing on a toxic, mist-shrouded "Island of Death." Surrounded by decaying nuclear weapons, abandoned armaments, and eerie "Garbage People," the group faces a dire situation as lethal gas leaves them with only 24 hours to survive! The island's overlord, Muom, claims to possess the power of immortality and seeks to destroy the world to rule as its new master. Facing an invincible, undying enemy, Lupin III stakes his thief's honour in a high-stakes battle of wits and courage, taking on an impossible mission in a thrilling final showdown! KOKUHO d. Lee Sang-Il Ryo Yoshizawa, Ryusei Yokohama, Ken Watanabe, Mitsuki Takahata, Shinobu Terajima, Nana Mori, Ai Mikami, Soya Kurokawa, Keitatsu Koshiyama, Masatoshi Nagase, Min Tanaka, Emma Miyazawa, Takahiro Miura, Kyusaku Shimada, Tateto Serizawa, Nakamura Ganjiro, Ken Watanabe, Meisa Kuroki, Opening at October 25th at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Rating : IIA Length : 174 mins. Opening November 13 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The world of Kabuki, the elaborately stylised, male Japanese theatrical tradition, is the setting for director Lee Sang-il's epic melodrama of artistic ambition, rivalry and betrayal. It is an adaptation of a bestseller by Shuichi Yoshida, and weaves in stunning stagings of classic Kabuki tales that wowed audiences at Cannes Directors' Fortnight. In 1960s Nagasaki, after the death of his yakuza father, gifted teenager Kikuo is taken under the wing of famed Kabuki actor Hanjiro Hanai, even though the great performer already has a son, Shunsuke, who has dedicated his life to the art. Over fifty years, the relationship of the two disciples entwines and twists, and their hearts suffer as much yearning, glory and downfall as their on- stage alter-egos. JUJUTSU KAISEN: SHIBUYA INCIDENT X THE CULLING GAME -- THE MOVIE d. Shota Goshozono Japanese Animation Rating : IIB Length : 88 mins. Opening November 13 2025 (Advance Screening) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The two protagonists finally meet. Their Cursed Energies clash fiercely. This heroic story revolving around curses will unfold once again in theatres... October 31st, 2018. Amid the bustle of Halloween, a "tent" suddenly descends around Shibuya Station, trapping a large number of ordinary people. Satoru Gojo--the greatest sorcerer of our time-- forcibly breaks into the station. But Sorcerers and Cursed Spirits lie in ambush inside, intent on sealing Gojo. Yuji Itadori and many other sorcerers gather in Shibuya. The "Shibuya Incident", an unprecedented war of curses, is about to begin... The battle then escalates to "The Culling Game," a brutal killing game designed by the most vicious sorcerer in history, Noritoshi Kamo. Following the "Shibuya Incident", the ten barrier zones across the nation are transformed into demonic dens. Amidst the chaos, Yuji's executioner--the Special Grade Sorcerer Yuta Okkotsu--stands in front. Desperate, Yuji still continues fighting. Okkotsu draws his sword mercilessly. The curse's chaos continues to accelerate. Itadori and Okkotsu, both taught by the same teacher, are about to engage in a life-or-death duel. IDOLISH7 FIRST BEAT! MOVIE EDITION PART 1 d. Makoto Bessho Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 106 mins. Opening November 13 2025 THE FIRST RIDE d. Nam Dae-joong Kang Ha-neul, Kim Young-Kwang, Cha Eun-woo, Kang Young-seok, Han Sun-hwa Opening November 13 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/4yLXZzDqnLc [ CINEMA ONLINE MALAYSIA ] Four lifelong friends - Tae Jeong, Do Jin, Yeon Min, and Geum Bok -- dreamed of an epic trip abroad, but life got in the way. Years later, older but not necessarily wiser, they finally embark on their long- overdue journey. Planned as a carefree getaway, the trip derails into a whirlwind of unexpected chaos, hilariously absurd detours, and buried emotions resurfacing. As they stumble through misadventures, their first ride together turns into a spectacular journey -- one for the ages. IMAX J-HOPE TOUR 'HOPE ON THE STAGE' THE MOVIE d. Junsoo Park j-hope Length : 90 mins. Opening November 12 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] "I won’t forget this. Since this is my Safety Zone." Spanning 16 cities and 33 performances with 524,000 ARMY worldwide, j- hope's first solo world tour “HOPE ON THE STAGE” celebrates its grand finale. Experience the spectacular two-night encore from Goyang - now in cinemas! Witness the full spectrum of j-hope's artistry, from the iconic tracks of his solo album "Jack In The Box" and special album "HOPE ON THE STREET VOL.1" to the world premiere of "Killin’ It Girl." Experience his spectacular live performances on the big screen, complete with exclusive behind-the-scenes moments and special stages featuring Jin, Jung Kook, and Crush. Relive the unforgettable, sparkling moment between j-hope and ARMY -- j-hope's true "Safety Zone" -- and experience the final stage of his first solo world tour in HOPE ON THE STAGE THE MOVIE. Broadway Circuit will present HOPE ON THE STAGE THE MOVIE on the big screen in cinemas, and will be available in both 2D and IMAX versions!! OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM LIVE AT STADIUM 2025 Length : 121 mins. Opening December 12 2025 JINSEI d. Ryuya Suzuki Japanese Animation Length : 93 mins. Opening November 10 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] After emerging in Japan's independent animation scene with a series of shorts during the COVID-19 pandemic, Ryuya Suzuki moved back home and spent 18 months creating his first feature film entirely by himself on his iPad. Against the backdrop of contemporary social issues — such as elderly drivers, the dark side of the entertainment industry, the unknown deaths of young people, and war — Suzuki's sprawling animated epic is a cradle-to-grave story of a protagonist who experiences his share of both triumphs and tragedies over his 100 years on earth. ROAD TO VENDETTA Can : Sat Sau #4 Lit : Assassin Number 4 d. La-Ying Njo Kui Ying (Leung Kui Ying) Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun, Sara Minami, Chu Pak Him, Naoto Takenaka, Rosa Maria Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Takumi Saitoh, Daniel Hong Length : 108 mins. Opening September 22 2025 at the Fantastic Fest 2025 Opening November 9 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening December 4 2025 (Preview) Opening December 6 2025 Site : https://fantasticfest2025.eventive.org/films/689e035804f969cfc144e61d [ 2025 FANTASTIC FEST ] Within the opening moments of NJO Kui Ying’s visually arresting debut feature, a visceral fistfight breaks out on the top floor of a Hong Kong city tram. Bodies hang precariously from the windows in a tangle of flesh and blood that soon leaves one man dead, while the other coolly walks away, shrugging off just another day in the life of a trained assassin. Known only as No. 4, this bleach-blond, stone-faced killer soon finds himself in Japan, where a seemingly straightforward assignment quickly spirals into a breathless game of cat-and-mouse with the Yakuza's deadliest foot soldiers. No. 4's client, a young woman with a personal vendetta against the city’s most notorious crime syndicate, ropes him into becoming her unwitting accomplice in a game of revenge that leaves them both out of their depth with a bounty on their heads. As their relationship evolves from professional to personal, they are left with no choice but to fight side by side if they are to survive the next 72 desperate hours. Wearing his influences proudly on his sleeve, first-time director NJO steers a classic gun-toting tale of heroic bloodshed into a head-on collision with a sleek, katana-wielding crime story of honour, betrayal, camaraderie, and vengeance. Drenched in neon and buffed to a shimmering polish, ROAD TO VENDETTA owes an inescapable debt to the works of John Woo, Johnnie To, Kinji Fukasaku, and Takashi Miike, even as it doffs its cap to the Hollywood homages—from KILL BILL to JOHN WICK—that have forged this path ahead of it. The result is a composed and enthralling calling card from an emerging new talent, paired with an agile, unflinching leading man, who together make an unstoppable pair. (JAMES MARSH) [ CINEMA CITY ] In Asia, a mysterious assassin organization operates under the guise of a noodle shop hidden in a bustling city, serving as a haven for killers. Assassin No. 4, orphaned at a young age and raised in the noodle shop, is sent to Japan to eliminate a yakuza boss. However, he is unexpectedly ambushed by his client, a Japanese girl seeking revenge. To exact her vengeance, she spares no expense in hiring the assassin and attempts to enlist No. 4 in her grand revenge plan, only for their actions to inadvertently provoke a relentless pursuit by the yakuza, putting both their lives in danger... PASS AND GOAL Can : Yik Juen Seung Boon Cheung Lit : Reversal of First Half d. Jil Wong Pak Kei Gigi Leung Wing Kei, 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 Length : 104 mins. Opening November 9 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Once a high-flying financial advisor, Hay Man loses everything and moves from her Deep Water Bay mansion to her cousin's modest home in "Deep Water Bo." Hoping to restore her fortune, she agrees to coach a scrappy U12 football team led by her cousin Ying and neighborhood children for a league organized by a clueless rich heir. What begins as reluctant duty soon transforms into true mentorship, as Hay Man helps the kids confront struggles and regains her own sense of purpose. When the underdog team reaches the finals, she must choose between luxury past and newfound identity. [ 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. THE SUN RISES ON US ALL d. Cai Shangjun Xin Zhilei, Zhang Songwen, Feng Shaofeng Rating : IIB Length : 131 mins. Opening November 8 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/7V7BmuBLOzE [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Meiyun never thought she would see Baoshu again, her former lover who went to prison for a crime she committed. But when their paths cross, his reappearance shatters the fragile rhythm of her life. The past she's fought to forget forces itself back into her present, along with the haunting question: can we ever truly forgive others or ourselves? Silver Lion winner Cai Shangjun (People Mountain People Sea) returns with The Sun Rises On Us All, a restrained and deeply felt drama about guilt, complicity, and the uneasy reckoning with atonement. TOMORROW X TOGETHER VR CONCERT: HEART ATTACK d. AMAZE VR TOMORROW X TOGETHER Length : 65 mins. Opening November 7 2025 GIRL d. Shu Qi Lai Yu-Fei, Lin Pin-Tung, Roy Chiu, 9m88, Bai Xiao-Ying, Esther Liu, Chen Chu-sheng Rating : IIB Length : 124 mins. Opening November 4 2025 (PREVIEW) Opening November 6 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/YsTTlem0Apg [ 30TH BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Hsiao-lee smiles only twice in the entire film -- when she goes to karaoke with Li-li, and when Li-li returns after a prolonged absence. A girl who doesn't show emotions, Hsiao-lee lives with her abusive alcoholic father, harsh hairstylist mother, and a younger sister who monopolizes their mother’s love. They are all crammed in a small apartment atop a building, reachable only by steep stairs. When her father smashes household items and strikes her mother, Hsaio-lee can only retreat to a corner of the closet -- her only private space—and have nightmares. One day, she meets Li-li, a transfer student from an American school, and begins dreaming of escape. Set in 1988, Girl transports audience to those times through evocative colors and tightly constructed mise-en-scene. Hsiao-lee's mother, credited only as 'Woman,' is unable to escape from the past wounds that define her present. Her wounds are directly passed down to Hsiao-lee, creating new ones. Girl builds an intricate narrative by layering the characters' concentrated emotions and their clashes. This narrative grows even more powerful through the actors’ detailed performances and a camera that tenaciously delves into cramped spaces. Writer-director Shu Qi proves her directorial prowess in this film, successfully announcing herself as a promising new director. (PARK Sun Young) A WRITER'S ODYSSEY II d. Lu Yang Deng Chao, Dong Zijian, Lei Jiayin, Angela Wang, Ding Chengxin, Wang Yanlin, Finden, Chang Chen, Xin Zhilei, Guo Jingfei (Voice), Chang Yuan Length : 134 mins. Opening November 6 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/xYxoj8lBujQ [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A novelist, Lu Kongwen, finds himself in the depths of a life crisis when he is drawn by an irresistible temptation, leading both himself and the characters in his book into an irreversible catastrophe. In the novel's world, the protagonist Kongwen embarks on a journey of resistance to defy his predetermined fate. In the end, the novelist confronts his own dark side, regains his faith, and joins forces with his characters to save both worlds from impending doom. THE VOLUNTEERS: PEACE AT LAST d. Chen Kaige Zhang Zifeng, Song Jia, Zhu Ya Wen, Guo Tao, Wang Chuan Jun Rating : IIB Length : 144 mins. Opening November 6 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/z4EJGJ63gcY [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] It focuses on the period from the fifth battle of the War to Resist U.S. and Aid Korea to the signing of the armistice agreement, presenting the spectacle of dual-line combat of "Negotiating while fighting at the same time". 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 Tze Yuen, Siu Fu, Lai Chai Ming Rating : III Length : 105 mins. Opening November 6 2025 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening November 27 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/G4SwqAEQ7TQ [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Mui, a vibrant young lady with cerebral palsy, has always navigated life optimistically despite its challenges. However, her carefully constructed world is threatened when her overprotective mother insists on a hysterectomy, causing Mui to fear the loss of her identity as a woman. Seeking solace and autonomy, she discovers an unique volunteer group providing sexual services for disabled individuals. There, she meets Ken, an enigmatic volunteer grappling with his own hidden wounds. Their connection deepens, blossoming into an affectionate yet elusive bond that challenges societal norms and physical limitations. Like Tam's In Your Dreams (14th HKAFF Opening Film), Someone Like Me is a provocative exploration of desire, identity, and the courage to claim one's own narrative. LUPIN III: THE CASTLE OF CAGLIOSTRO 4K REMASTERED d. Hayao Miyazaki Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 100 mins Opening November 6 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Celebrating the 45th anniversary of one of Hayao Miyazaki's classic works, Lupin the III: The Castle of Cagliostro returns to the big screen in a stunning 4K remastered version! In the twilight of his career, "master of thief" Lupin III faces a setback when he and his partner Daisuke Jigen successfully steal a massive amount of cash from Monaco's national casino, only to discover that it's all high-quality counterfeit banknotes. To trace the source of the fake currency, Lupin heads to the small European nation of Cagliostro. Along the way, they rescue a young girl being pursued -- Clarisse, the princess of the Cagliostro Duchy. Clarisse is being forced into marriage by the sinister Count Cagliostro, who seeks to use her ring to unlock the secrets of the ancient Cagliostro family treasure. Joined by Daisuke Jigen, Goemon Ishikawa, Fujiko Mine, and Interpol Inspector Zenigata, Lupin gathers at the Castle of Cagliostro for a thrilling journey filled with action, adventure, and humour to save the princess and unveil the castle's mysteries. Can Lupin rescue Princess endure, evade his nemesis Inspector Zenigata, and uncover the secrets of the Cagliostro treasure? GAMER GIRLS Can : Din Gaing Nui Hai d. Veronica Bassetto (Bak Wai Kei), Sophie Yang Fan Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Alma Kwok Yi Kwan, Sabrina Cheung Man Sha, Ng Wing Sze, Kayan Ng (Kayan9896), Chase Chan Chung Chak Length : 110 mins. Opening November 4 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening at International Film Festival Rotterdam 2026 Opening February 28 2025 Site : https://iffr.com/en/iffr/2026/films/gamer-girls [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] When her professional esports team disbands, former captain Summer ventures into the corporate world after graduation. Unable to shake her passion for competitive gaming, she forms "Gamer Girls", an amateur all-female team that transforms local Cha Chaan Teng into gaming venues. Just as they gain popularity, gaming companies shut down their events citing copyright violations. With Hong Kong esports team selections looming, these determined players must fight to restore their competition rights. Co-directors Veronica Bassetto and Sophie Yang deliver an energetic youth esports tale, where winning or losing matters less than fighting side by side to forge an ideal world. [ 6TH FIRST FEATURE FILM INITIATIVE ] Youth is always full of confusion, electronic gaming may be a way to achieve hero's dream. This is a story of five passionate girls fighting hard in the gaming world, hoping to break the social stereotype. Yet this is more difficult than it seems, with all the unknown challenges ahead. UNIDENTIFIED MURDER Can : UFO Lei Kei Ming Ong d. Kwok Ka Hei, Lee Chun Kit Ling Man Lung, Renci Yeung Sze Wing, Ronald Lam Tsz Kit, Peter Chan Charm Man, Kenny Wong Tak Bun, Alan Luk Chun Kwong, Jim Hui Chun Pong Rating : IIB Length : 85 mins. Opening November 4 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) (SURPRISE SCREENING) Opening December 13 2025 (Preview) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Word Premiere of a Hong Kong Film! LEFT-HANDED GIRL d. Tsou Shih-Ching Janel Tsai, Ma Shih-Yuan, Nina Ye, Brando Huang, Akio Chen, Chao Xin-Yan Length : 109 mins. Opening November 3 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening November 20 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In her remarkable solo directorial debut, Tsou Shih-Ching crafts an intimate portrait of three generations wrestling with tradition and change in modern Taipei. After moving from the countryside, single mother Shu-Fen and her daughters–rebellious twenty-year-old I-Ann and curious five-year-old I-Jing -- struggle to make ends meet running a night market noodle stall. When I-Jing's grandfather condemns her left-handedness as demonic, family secrets begin to surface. Co- written and produced by Sean Baker, this tender exploration of family bonds and quiet rebellion pulses with the vibrant energy of Taipei's neon-lit streets. Critics' Week, Cannes Film Festival BFI London Film Festival Opening Film, Kaohsiung Film Festival AN AUTUMN'S TALE d. Mabel Cheung Yuen Ting Cherie Chung Chor Hung, Danny Chan Pak Keung, Chow Yun Fat Opening November 1 2025 (RE-RELEASE) NCT WISH 1ST CONCERT TOUR 'INTO THE WISH: OUR WISH' IN CINEMAS d. HYEYOON KIM NCT WISH (SION, YUSHI, RIKU, SAKUYA, RYO, JAEHEE) Opening November 1 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Join the vibrant live broadcast of NCT WISH's first concert, 'INTO The WISH: Our WISH' in theater! Witness the stage where music, performance, and narrative combine to deliver a message of dreams and wishes. OUT OF THE DARK d. Jeff Lau Chun Wai Stephen Chow Sing Chi, Karen Mok Man Wai Opening October 31 2025 (RE-RELEASE) 96 MINUTES d. Hung Tzu-Husan Austin Lin Bo-Hung, Vivian Sung, Jacob Wang Bo-Chieh, Lee Lee-Zen, Yao Yiti, Kent Tsai, Frederick Lee Ming Zhong, Wu Chien-Ho, Huang Ki-pin, Linda Lin, Cheng Chih-Wei, Vera Chen, Kung Ling Yuan, Rating : IIB Length : 118 mins. Opening October 30 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/55MGF0stYzk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Three years ago, during a night of typhoon, bomb disposal expert Song KangRen had acted upon a threat in a cinema bombing. Proceeding without being instructed by commander Li Jie, he went single-handedly to the scene and successfully defused the device. But unknown to him, a second bomb hidden in a nearby department store exploded later on, resulting in mass casualties and over a hundred wounded. Though eulogized as a national hero, the immense guilt drove him to resign, and his wedding ceremony to his fiancée Huang Xin was indefinitely put on hold. Today, three years later, a memorial event reunites the past tragedy participants. Song, Huang Xin, and her mother board a southbound high- speed train—only to be caught in yet another bomb crisis. An explosive has been planted on the train, and with just 96 minutes before it reaches the final station, Song must cooperate with the police to stop disaster from striking once again. BANG DREAM! IT'S MYGO!!!!! -- SPRING SUNSHINE, LOST CAT d. Kohdai Kakimoto Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 118 mins. Opening October 30 2025 MISS KOYBAYASHI'S DRAGON MAID: A LONELY DRAGON WANTS TO BE LOVED d. Tatsuya Ishihara Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 105 mins. Opening October 30 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/79bcISSelD8 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] "I don’t want to let go of this hand. Because we’re family now." The latest film from Kyoto Animation, the studio behind "A Silent Voice" and "Violet Evergarden: The Movie", is a heartwarming story about family and bonds. In 2017, "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid" anime series became a huge hit, and now it’s returning as a highly anticipated film! Based on the ongoing popular manga series, serialized in "Manga Action" (Futabasha), one of the most beloved episodes is being adapted on a grand scale! Miss Kobayashi, an ordinary office worker. Dragons were drawn to her and gathered around. One of them, Kanna, a little dragon, suddenly receives an unexpected visit—her real father. ANOTHER WORLD Can : Sai Oi d. Tommy Ng Kai Chung Hong Kong Animation Cantonese Voices: Kay Tse On Kay, Rosa Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Tommy Chu Pak Hong Rating : IIA Length : 112 mins. Opening October 22 2025 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening October 29 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Tasked to help transient souls through Another World to their reincarnation, the spirit GUDO meets a young girl called YURI, and embarks on a dangerous journey to help her overcome her anger and prevent her curse from destroying the world. G-DRAGON IN CINEMA [UBERMENSCH] Rating : IIA Length : 106 mins. Opening October 29 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The Legend Returns. The Stage Trembles. After seven years, the icon of a generation roars back with a global spectacle—ÜBERMENSCH. Every beat, every breath, every moment that will redefine his legacy bursts onto the big screen. From the mega-hits that shook the world—Crooked, PO?ER, HEARTBREAKER —to an epic setlist spanning his most iconic hits, joined by an all-star guest lineup including Taeyang, Daesung, CL, and more. Feel the raw energy, the fire, the one-and-only magic—captured live and unleashed through premium cinema formats like 4DX as such. NEW LIFE Can : Ngor Wui Ho Ho Dik d. Dong Hongjie Zhang Zifeng, Wang Jingchun, Tata, Zhang Zixian, Wang Xiao, Zhang Jianing Rating : I Length : 125 mins. Opening March 22 2025 in the mainland Opening October 29 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/JGFFUDUe0xM [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] This is the most heartwarming Chinese pet movie in 2025. Even if the "goodbye" is destined, I will still adopt it! Zhao Xiaoman (played by Zhang Zifeng) takes various part-time jobs day after day. The intrusion of a stray dog Xiaoyi (played by Tata) makes her gradually get over from her mom's death. They spend the most precious time together and warm each other's hearts. For the dog's short life, Xiaoman knows that someday she has to say goodbye to Xiaoyi. Without any hesitation, Xiaoman chooses to follow her heart determinedly: I will adopt it and we will have a new life! ECHOES OF THE RAINBOW d. Alex Law Kai Yui Simon Yam Tat Wah, Sandra Ng Kwan Yu, Aarif Rahman (Lee Chi Ting), Evelyn Choi Wing Yan, Chung Siu To Opening October 26 2025 (RE-RELEASE) JOINT SECURITY AREA d. Park Chan Wook Lee Young-ae, Lee Byung-hun, Song Kang-Ho, Kim Tae-Woo Opening October 26 2025 (RE-RELEASE) SOUND OF SILENCE d. Van Wan Li Tan Jianci, Lan Xiya, Zhou Zhengjie Wang Ge, Pan Binlong, Wang Yanhui,Ning Huanyu Rating : IIA Length : 125 mins. Opening October 25 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/XbkUcF1svfo [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A "gray zone" lawyer Li Qi born into a deaf family, finds himself entangled in a fraud case targeting the deaf community. While leveraging the case to gain both fame and fortune, he soon realizes that the scheme is far more complicated than it first appeared. This time, caught between desire and conscience, what choice will he make? The film is partially inspired by the true cases of CODA lawyer Zhang Qi. KOKUHO d. Lee Sang-Il Ryo Yoshizawa, Ryusei Yokohama, Ken Watanabe, Mitsuki Takahata, Shinobu Terajima, Nana Mori, Ai Mikami, Soya Kurokawa, Keitatsu Koshiyama, Masatoshi Nagase, Min Tanaka, Emma Miyazawa, Takahiro Miura, Kyusaku Shimada, Tateto Serizawa, Nakamura Ganjiro, Ken Watanabe, Meisa Kuroki, Opening at October 25th at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Length : 174 mins. Opening November 13 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The world of Kabuki, the elaborately stylised, male Japanese theatrical tradition, is the setting for director Lee Sang-il's epic melodrama of artistic ambition, rivalry and betrayal. It is an adaptation of a bestseller by Shuichi Yoshida, and weaves in stunning stagings of classic Kabuki tales that wowed audiences at Cannes Directors' Fortnight. In 1960s Nagasaki, after the death of his yakuza father, gifted teenager Kikuo is taken under the wing of famed Kabuki actor Hanjiro Hanai, even though the great performer already has a son, Shunsuke, who has dedicated his life to the art. Over fifty years, the relationship of the two disciples entwines and twists, and their hearts suffer as much yearning, glory and downfall as their on- stage alter-egos. 2025 &TEAM CONCERT TOUR AWAKEN THE BLOODLINE ENCORE IN JAPAN d. YX LABELS &TEAM Opening October 25 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] &TEAMs first Asia tour encore concert &TEAM LIVE VIEWING Official 2025 &TEAM CONCERT TOUR AWAKEN THE BLOODLINE ENCORE in JAPAN will be broadcast live in Broadway cinemas! &TEAM is a 9-member boy group formed through the reality program &AUDITION. The group consists of K, Fuma, Nicholas, EJ, Yuma, Jo, Harua, Taki, and Maki. Since their debut, they have captivated fans with their unique worldview and powerful performances. Broadway Cinemas will be broadcast live &TEAM LIVE VIEWING Official 2025 &TEAM CONCERT TOUR AWAKEN THE BLOODLINE ENCORE in JAPAN on 25 October. THAMMA d. Aditya Sarpotdar Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Length : 149 minutes Opening on October 25 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] THAMMA – the latest from Maddock Films’ horror comedy universe – is an extraordinary love story set against a backdrop of myth, mystery and supernatural romance. Blending romance, humour, drama and supernatural suspense, THAMMA tells the epic tale of two star-crossed souls fighting for love in a world where nature, bloodlines and destiny conspire to tear them apart. DIAMONDS IN THE SAND d. Janus Victoria Lily Franky, Kazuko Yoshiyuki, Maria Isabel Lopez, Soliman Cruz, Charlie Dizon Rating : IIA Length : 103 mins. Opening October 24 2025 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening October 30 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/4M_oHg6UF18 [ EMPEROR CINEMAS ] Divorced salaryman Yoji has just buried his mother in Tokyo. With few meaningful relationships left, he comes to grips with the realization that he has nothing to live for. A chance encounter with Minerva, a Filipina migrant worker who appears to sense his sadness, urges him to see his situation in a new way. A former nightclub entertainer, Minerva now works as a caregiver to provide for her only child in the Philippines. When Yoji discovers the decomposing corpse of his neighbor, an old man whose name he does not know, the death is ruled a kodokushi, or the lonely death. Unwilling to meet the same fate, Yoji throws caution to the wind to follow Minerva to Manila, the capital city of the Philippines. In Manila, Yoji meets Angel, Minerva's conflicted 21-year-old daughter. A Japino rejected by her Japanese father, she finds herself at a crossroads post-graduation. Like Yoji, Angel has also just witnessed death, but the kind that's taking over the seedy parts of Manila. For all its drawbacks and discomforts, the chaos of the unfamiliar city offers Yoji the promise of life, human connection, and an unpredictable destiny – anything but the dark, silent certainty of kodokushi. [ HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ] In Janus Victoria's poignant debut feature, divorced Tokyo salaryman Yoji confronts his greatest fear after discovering his neighbour's kodokushi, or lonely death, shortly after burying his mother. Refusing to accept a similar fate, he follows Minerva, his mother's Filipina caregiver, to the vibrant chaos of Manila. Lily Franky delivers a masterful performance as a man choosing uncertainty over solitude, while cinematographer Akiko Ashizawa beautifully captures both Tokyo's isolation and Manila's warmth. This cross-cultural journey transforms from a meditation on loneliness into an unexpected story of human connection and second chances. Tokyo FILMeX White Mulberry Award for a First Feature Film, Udine Far East Film Festival SCARLET d. Mamoru Hosoda Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 111 mins. Opening at October 24th at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening December 11 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] From visionary Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Mamoru Hosoda comes a powerful, time-bending animated adventure about Scarlet, a medieval- era, sword-fighting princess on a dangerous quest to avenge the death of her father. After failing at her mission and finding herself gravely injured in an "Otherworld", she encounters an idealistic young man from our present day who not only helps her to heal but shows her the possibility of a future free of bitterness and rage. When confronted again by her father's killer, Scarlet faces her most daunting battle: can she break the cycle of hatred and find meaning in life beyond revenge? Venice International Film Festival New York Film Festival TATSUKI FUJIMOTO 17-26 PART 2 d. Tetsuaki Watanabe (Mermaid Rhapsody), Kazuaki Terasawa (Woke-Up- as-a-Girl Syndrome), Tetsuaki Watanabe (Nayuta of the Prophecy), Osamu Honma (Sisters) Japanese Animation Length : 67 mins. Opening October 24 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Renowned for Fire Punch, Chainsaw Man, and Look Back, genius manga artist Tatsuki Fujimoto brings to life eight of his representative short stories created between the ages of 17 and 26. These stories explore youthful romance, chaos, madness, and the complex emotional ties between people, now vividly adapted as animation! PART 2 focuses on the '22-26' series, includes: Mermaid Rhapsody, a tale of a boy and a mermaid woven through an oceanic piano; Woke-Up- as-a-Girl Syndrome, an exploration of self beyond gender norms; Nayuta of the Prophecy, a cruel saga of fated siblings' rebirth; and Sisters, a story of jealousy and growth between sisters. Crafted by six animation studios and seven directors with each with their unique style, this anthology reinterprets Fujimoto’s vibrant and imaginative journey to greatness! SUZUME (IN THE WORLD OF MAKOTO SHINKAI) d. Makoto Shinkai Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 122 mins. Opening March 2 2023 Opening October 24 2025 (RE-RELEASE) Trailer : https://youtu.be/cHI_O_kjmjk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Suzume, a 17-year-old girl who lives in a quiet town in Kyushu, meets Souta, a young man looking for a door. Following Souta, Suzume finds an old door in the mountains and reaches out her hands towards the door as if pulled by something. This opened door will bring disaster; thus, Souta must travel around to lock the door to avoid disaster. But then, a mysterious kitten turns Souta into a broken wooden chair. To catch the kitten, Suzume and Souta follow it and travel from Kyushu to Tokyo. “Doors of disaster” begin to appear across Japan simultaneously, and Suzume needs to close and lock the doors one by one to stop the disasters. Unexpectedly, a forgotten truth is waiting for her. FINCH AND MIDLAND Can : Gum Tin Ying Goi Hung Go Hing d. Timothy Yeung Wing Kwong Anthony Wong Chau Sun, Theresa Lee Yi Hung, Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Nina Paw Hee Ching, Harriet Yeung Sze Man, Dmitry Chepovetsky Length : 110 mins. Opening October 5 2025 at the Vancouver International Film Festival Opening at October 23rd at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In the often overlooked, aging neighborhoods of Scarborough, Ontario, four Hong Kong immigrants who arrived in the 1990s quietly unravel in middle age. Once a rising star in Hong Kong, a devoted carer for her elderly mother, a single mother struggling to make ends meet, and a widower yearning for connection – they each clutch fading fragments of dignity, community, and hope in a place as worn and forgotten as they are. The film portrays these fragile souls reaching out for connection – and discovering how far loneliness can stretch. Growing up within this immigrant community, the director witnessed firsthand the resilience of immigrants, creating a poignant meditation on displacement, aging, and the delicate threads that bind us all. Vancouver International Film Festival [ VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2025 ] Timothy Yeung's film is a story of big losses, small triumphs, and moments of grace amid the grind of capitalism — in other words, life itself. Four Hong Kong immigrants are living lives of desperation in Scarborough, Ontario: Dan was a pop singer on the rise before his move to Canada, now he's barely scraping by; Eva is a lonely woman whose commitment to her aging mother has held her back in life; Fan is a part-time sex worker struggling to break into real estate; Tony is an aging widower whose factory job is at risk. Through these characters, Yeung explores diasporic alienation, economic hardship, and social isolation. His film is rich in cultural specificity, but that never obstructs his wider view. Building outwards from private hopes and personal pain, he creates a rich social document that cradles within it four precious human portraits. Tam, Yeung, Lee, and Wong are superb — their performances ring with commitment and authenticity. BLACK SHOWMAN d. Akira Tanaka Masaharu Fukuyama, Kasumi Arimura, Ryo Narita, Erika Ikuta, Subaru Kimura, Atsuhiro Inukai, Sae Okazaki, Win Morisaki, Atsushi Ito, Katsuhisa Namase, Toru Nakamura Rating : IIA Length : 127 mins. Opening October 23 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/IsuzyLDAuAo [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Former middle school teacher Eiichi Kamio is murdered by an unknown person. His daughter is Mayo Kamio. She is scheduled to get married in two months, but returns to her hometown because of her father's death. Mayo Kamio wants to know the truth behind her father's death. He was loved and respected by his students, so why was he murdered? At this time, her uncle Takeshi Kamio appears in front of her. He used to be a magician and was famous in Las Vegas. He tries to solve his brother Eiichi Kamio’s murder case with his niece Mayo Kamio. ONE IN A MILL10N d. WASABIMAYO TWICE (Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, Tzuyu) Length : 121 mins. Opening October 23 2025 [ CINEMA ONLINE MALAYSIA ] In 2015, with the greeting "ONE IN A MILL10N, TWICE!", a new K-pop group stepped onto the world stage. From chart-topping hits like "CHEER UP," "TT," "What is Love?," and "FANCY," TWICE captured hearts worldwide, becoming a global phenomenon. This documentary follows their decade-long journey; the dedication, dazzling world tours and candid reflections on growth, friendship and dreams for the future. For ten years, their fans 'ONCE' have been at the heart of their story. Through exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes glimpses of their 10th anniversary celebration, the film reveals what TWICE means to each other - and to the fans who've walked beside them. celebrates a group like no other. ANOTHER WORLD Can : Sai Oi d. Tommy Ng Kai Chung Hong Kong Animation Cantonese Voices: Kay Tse On Kay, Rosa Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Tommy Chu Pak Hong Rating : IIA Length : 112 mins. Opening October 22 2025 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening October 29 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Tasked to help transient souls through Another World to their reincarnation, the spirit GUDO meets a young girl called YURI, and embarks on a dangerous journey to help her overcome her anger and prevent her curse from destroying the world. TATSUKI FUJIMOTO 17-26 PART 1 d. Seishiro Nagaya (A Couple Clucking Chickens Were Still Kicking in the Schoolyard), Nobukage Kimura (Sasaki Stopped a Bullet), Nobuyuki Takeuchi (Love is Blind), Naoya Ando (Shikaku) Japanese Animation Length : 67 mins. Opening October 17 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Renowned for Fire Punch, Chainsaw Man, and Look Back, genius manga artist Tatsuki Fujimoto brings to life eight of his representative short stories created between the ages of 17 and 26. These stories explore youthful romance, chaos, madness, and the complex emotional ties between people, now vividly adapted as animation! PART 1 focuses on the animated collection of 17-21, includes: A Couple Clucking Chickens Were Still Kicking in the Schoolyard, depicting the deep bond between two individuals after humanity's extinction; Sasaki Stopped a Bullet, a tale of a boy’s explosive impulses; Love is Blind, a wild sci-fi romantic comedy on a cosmic scale; Shikaku, a love story of a crazy girl assassin. Crafted by six animation studios and seven directors with each with their unique style, this anthology reinterprets Fujimoto’s vibrant and imaginative journey to greatness! NO OTHER CHOICE d. Park Chan-wook Lee Byung-hun, Son Ye-jin, Park Hee-soon, Lee Sung-min, Yeom Hye-ran, Cha Seung-won Opening October 16 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] You Man-su, a specialist in paper manufacturing with 25 years of experience, is so satisfied with life that he can truthfully tell himself, "I've got it all." While happily passing his days with his wife Miri, their two children and two dogs, Man-su is suddenly informed by his company that he has been fired. "We're sorry. We have no other choice." Feeling shocked as if his head had been cut off by an ax, Man-su vows to find himself a new job within the next three months for the sake of his family. Despite his firm resolve to turn his life around, Man-su spends over a year drifting from one job interview after another, and working at a retail store. He eventually finds himself in danger of losing the very house that he struggled so hard to buy. Desperate, he visits Moon Paper out of the blue and tries to hand over his CV, but he just ends up getting humiliated by line manager Choi Sun-chul. Man-su knows he is better qualified than anyone to work at Moon Paper, so he comes to a certain decision. 'If there is no opening for me, I'll just have to get hired by creating an opening.' JUJUTSU KAISEN: ZERO - REVIVAL - d. Sunghoo Park Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 105 mins. Opening August 8 2019 Opening October 16 2025 (RE-RELEASE) Trailer : https://youtu.be/qKLyZW69ZQ0 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Yuta Okkotsu witnessed the death of his childhood sweetheart in a traffic accident. "Promise me we'll marry each other when we grow up!" Rika was turned into a cursed spirit. Haunted by her spirit, Okkotsu wanted to end his life. But he was taken to the Jujutsu High by the most powerful Jujutsu Sorcerer, Satoru Gojo. There, Okkotsu met his new classmates: Maki Zen'in, Toge Inumaki, and Panda. There, he made a decision. "I want to have the courage to live on!" "I'll break Rika's curse at Jujutsu High." On the other hand, a mysterious villain has shown up. He is none other than Suguru Geto, the man banished by Jujutsu High for the massacre of innocent lives in cold blood. Suguru wants to build a paradise of Jujutsu Sorcerers and eliminate all non-sorcerers. He will unleash a thousand curses in Shinjuku and Kyoto. Can Okkotsu stop Suguru before it's too late? Can he break Rika's curse? FAREWELL TO MY CONCUBINE (4K RESTORED VERSION) d. Chen Kaige Leslie Cheung Kwok Wing, Gong Li, Zhang Fengyi, Ge You Rating : IIB Length : 171 mins. Opening October 12 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Douzi, a boy with feminine features, is abandoned by his prostitute mother to an all-boys Peking opera troupe supervised by Master Guan. Douzi befriends fellow trouper Shitou. A few years later in 1938, a teenage Douzi is trained to play dan (female roles), while Shitou learns jing (painted face male roles). When practicing the play "Dreaming of the World Outside the Nunnery", Douzi intentionally mistakes the line "I am by nature a girl, not a boy" with "I am by nature a boy, not a girl," subjecting himself to severe physical punishments. Douzi along with another student, Laizi, attempt to run away, but Douzi decides to pursue acting seriously after witnessing an opera performance. Upon returning, they find the whole troupe being punished for their desertion, and Douzi is beaten. As a result, Laizi hangs himself... JUSTICE, MY FOOT! d. Johnnie To Kei Fung Stephen Chow Sing Chi, Anita Mui Yim Fong, Carrie Ng Ka Lei, Ng Man Tat Rating : IIA Length : 103 mins. Opening July 2 1992 Opening October 11 2025 (RE-RELEASE) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Directed by Johnnie To and starring Stephen Chow and Anita Mui, tells the story of a slick lawyer Sung, who fears he is been cursed with bad karma and considers giving up his practice – until he’s approached by a widow accused of murder. Anita Mui plays a martial arts powerhouse, perfectly complementing Stephen Chow's character. Their dynamic creates a wonderful balance, keeping viewers entertained right from the beginning. The film showcases Anita Mui's comedic talents and has become one of her iconic works. ROUGE (4K RESTORED VERSION) d. Stanley Kwan Kam Peng Anita Mui Yim Fong, Leslie Cheung Kwok Wing, Alex Man Chi Leung, Emily Chu Rating : IIA Length : 97 mins. Opening October 11 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Starring two legends that captured the hearts of many Hong Kong cinephiles, Leslie Cheung and Anita Mui, comes a bittersweet love story between classes, while delving into the history of Hong Kong. Rouge encapsulates the change in time and the change in women's agencies, echoing a main theme in the film, transcendence. Director Stanley Kwan carefully crafted a story that starts from a generic love story with objectified female protagonist, to then subvert audiences' expectations by creating a strong female lead. The film not only questions our rosy introspection of the past but illustrates the ever changing nature of women in history. ANITA (4K RE-EDIT VERSION) d. Longman Leung Louise Wong Dan Nei,Terrance Lau Chun Him, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Gordon Lam Ka Tung, Miriam Yeung Chin Wa Rating : IIB Length : 206 mins. Opening November 12 2021 (ORIGINAL) Opening October 10 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/AuNX-9yo6U0 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A household name in Hong Kong, queen of Canto pop, Anita Mui was the very definition of a cultural icon during Hong Kong’s golden age in the eighties and nineties. With a career that began at the age of 4 in an amusement park, Mui dedicated almost her whole life to music. Behind stardom, her personal life, passion at work and the love for friends made her an irreplaceable role model of "The Daughter of Hong Kong". The film opens with her final concert and looks back on her life and legacy. In loving memories of our dearest Anita, the biopic revisits the big screens with a 3-hour 4K re-edit version that includes precious unseen footages! [ COMING SOON ] 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 ...... 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 September 20 2024 at the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation Malaysia Opening September 5 2025 (Limited Release) [ 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 September 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. 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. FALLEN TREASURES Can : Muk Sung d. Elyse Hon Rating : I Length : 81 mins. Opening July 26 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] With over seven decades of history and known as "the Last Sawmill in Hong Kong", Chi Kee Sawmill & Timber has lived through multiple transformations by Hong Kong's timber industry, including the economic boom in the 1970s and 1980s, as well as its radical shift to processing and recycling used timber. However, when the sawmill faces compulsory eviction by the government for its Northern Metropolis development project, the survival of this successful family-owned business becomes a modern David-versus-Goliath story. The documentary is a wistful look at the unstoppable machine of urban development and an old-school business has tried to withstand the flow of time. CHA GUO d. Daphné Mandel, Guy Bertrand Rating : I Length : 37 mins. Opening July 26 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Nestled between the skyscrapers of Hong Kong, housing some of high finance's most creative minds, and the gleaming glass and steel boxes of Shenzhen, China's Silicon Valley where the future is being built, lies a hidden world no less exceptional. In this lost country backwater of mountains and vegetable fields, factories still manufacture soy sauce in century old clay pots; Kenny hand makes concrete spacers that hold up some of the world's longest suspension bridges. Cha Guo shines light on the lives of the villagers, craftsmen, farmers and business owners who make up this local village's close-knit community. The people’s philosophy and signature are their resilience and their dedication. They embody "Made in Hong Kong" over generations. Cha Guo celebrates the heroes of Hong Kong and the fabric of what makes it and its people synonymous with warmth and the ubiquitous "can do" attitude. The title Cha Guo embodies the many narratives that connect older generations to the younger through the sharing of something savory and heart-warming. Cha guo is a homemade Chinese tea cake traditionally shared at family gatherings and celebrations. The Directors, Daphné Mandel and Guy Bertrand, set out not only to document this village life and heritage but also to capture its distinctly Hong Kong spirit. GIRLFRIENDS Can : Nui Hai But Ping Fan d. Tracy Choi Fish Liew Chi Yu, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Elizabeth Tang To, Han Ning, Natalie Hsu (Hui Yan Yi), Eliz Lao Opening at September 20 2025 the 30th Busan International Film Festival Opening December 18 2025 (Preview) [ SCREEN DAILY HKFILMART 2025 ] Macau-born director Choi reunites with Fish Liew and Jennifer Yu, the cast of her 2016 feature debut Sisterhood, for this female-driven drama chronicling the journey of a girl across 15 years, from her teenage days in Macau, her university years in Taiwan to her busy working life in Hong Kong. Taiwan’s Estela Valdivieso Chen and Jacqueline Liu from Hong Kong serve as producers. At Filmart, the Macau-Taiwan-Thailand-Hong Kong production is presented in the work- in-progress section at HAF. [ 30TH BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Presents a woman's growth and self-discovery through three episodes of love at ages 17, 22, and 34. GAMER GIRLS Can : Din Gaing Nui Hai d. Veronica Bassetto (Bak Wai Kei), Sophie Yang Fan Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Alma Kwok Yi Kwan, Sabrina Cheung Man Sha, Ng Wing Sze, Kayan Ng (Kayan9896) Length : 110 mins. Opening November 4 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] When her professional esports team disbands, former captain Summer ventures into the corporate world after graduation. Unable to shake her passion for competitive gaming, she forms "Gamer Girls", an amateur all-female team that transforms local Cha Chaan Teng into gaming venues. Just as they gain popularity, gaming companies shut down their events citing copyright violations. With Hong Kong esports team selections looming, these determined players must fight to restore their competition rights. Co-directors Veronica Bassetto and Sophie Yang deliver an energetic youth esports tale, where winning or losing matters less than fighting side by side to forge an ideal world. [ 6TH FIRST FEATURE FILM INITIATIVE ] Youth is always full of confusion, electronic gaming may be a way to achieve hero's dream. This is a story of five passionate girls fighting hard in the gaming world, hoping to break the social stereotype. Yet this is more difficult than it seems, with all the unknown challenges ahead. UNIDENTIFIED MURDER Can : UFO Lei Kei Ming Ong d. Kwok Ka Hei, Jack Lee Chun Kit Ling Man Lung, Renci Yeung Sze Wing, Ronald Lam Tsz Kit, Peter Chan Charm Man, Kenny Wong Tak Bun, Alan Luk Chun Kwong, Jim Hui Chun Pong Length : 85 mins. Opening November 4 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) (SURPRISE SCREENING) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Word Premiere of a Hong Kong Film! WRITTEN (20TH INDPANDA) d. Kim Byung-woo Lee Jin-seok, Kim Bo-young, Lee Sang-hyuk Rating : IIB Length : 87 mins. Opening December 12 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] CLOSING Film of the 20th InDPanda International Film Festival NETPAC Award, 43rd Karlovy International Film Festival The 12th Busan International Film Festival From the filmmaker of Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy and The Terror Live. Brand-new DCP, with revised English subtitles, and newly translated Chinese subtitles. A wakes up in a bathtub to find that one of his kidneys has been stolen. As he struggles to understand what has happened and searches for his missing organ, he learns that he is just a character in a script and an actor is playing his character. While the film crew is shooting and the script still unfinished, will A find a way out of his hellish predicament? UNIDENTIFIED MURDER Can : UFO Lei Kei Ming Ong d. Kwok Ka Hei, Lee Chun Kit Ling Man Lung, Renci Yeung Sze Wing, Ronald Lam Tsz Kit, Peter Chan Charm Man, Kenny Wong Tak Bun, Alan Luk Chun Kwong, Jim Hui Chun Pong Rating : IIB Length : 85 mins. Opening November 4 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) (SURPRISE SCREENING) Opening December 13 2025 (Preview) [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Alien Alert!!! An influencer couple staged a harmless prank in pursuit of clicks and like. Little do they know, their little escapade has gone out of control, spiraling into a real tragedy. A series of accidents, followed by blackmails and Extraterrestrial Encounters somehow echoes and unveils the myth of a mysterious child disappearance 25 years ago! A group of five, a chain of bizzare events and layers of schemes and plot twist. It's all-you-can-experience in One Crazy Night! HE'S A WOMAN, SHE'S A WOMAN d. Peter Chan Ho Sun Leslie Cheung Kwok Wing, Anita Yuen Wing Yee, Carina Lau Ka Ling, Eric Tsang Chi Wai, Jordan Chan Siu Chun Rating : IIA Length : 107 mins. Opening July 23 1994 Opening December 13 2025 (RE-RELEASE) GOD OF GAMBLERS d. Wong Jing Chow Yun Fat, Andy Lau Tak Wa, Joey Wong Cho Yin, Cheung Man Rating : IIB Length : 126 mins Opening December 14 1989 Opening December 13 2025 (RE-RELEASE) Trailer: https://youtu.be/P67bpsowH9s FULL THROTTLE (30TH ANNIVERSARY CHARITY SCREENINGS) d. Derek Yee Tung Sing Andy Lau Tak Wah, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, David Wu, Chin Kar Lok Length : 109 mins. Opening December 14 2025 [ BESTAR FILM HONG KONG ] It is Hong Kong in the nineties. Joe has lacked self-confidence since his mother's death. In order to get relief from the pain, he participates in illegal motorbike racing. He also challenges the riders employed by his father against whom he takes out his anger. Besides, he intends to go for open competitions, but he is unable to find a sponsor... SHORT FILMS SECRET SCREENING (19TH FRESH WAVE) Length : 136 mins. Opening December 14 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Length : 102 mins including 34 min interview clip, moderated by Shu Kei # An emerging Asian director who is making a splash at international film festivals GIRLFRIENDS Can : Nui Hai But Ping Fan d. Tracy Choi Fish Liew Chi Yu, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Elizabeth Tang To, Han Ning, Natalie Hsu (Hui Yan Yi), Eliz Lao Rating : IIB Length : 100 mins. Opening at September 20 2025 the 30th Busan International Film Festival Opening December 18 2025 (Preview) [ GOLDEN SCENE CINEMA ] Through three love stories, we witness a girl's growth. At 17, she's naive and inexperienced. At 22, she’s hesitant and lacks courage. At 34, she has matured and grown through life's challenges. Her journey shows that love can be painful, but it's also worth fighting for. [ SCREEN DAILY HKFILMART 2025 ] Macau-born director Choi reunites with Fish Liew and Jennifer Yu, the cast of her 2016 feature debut Sisterhood, for this female-driven drama chronicling the journey of a girl across 15 years, from her teenage days in Macau, her university years in Taiwan to her busy working life in Hong Kong. Taiwan’s Estela Valdivieso Chen and Jacqueline Liu from Hong Kong serve as producers. At Filmart, the Macau-Taiwan-Thailand-Hong Kong production is presented in the work- in-progress section at HAF. [ 30TH BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ] Presents a woman's growth and self-discovery through three episodes of love at ages 17, 22, and 34. TWO SEASONS, TWO STRANGERS d. Sho Miyake Shim Eun-kyung, Yumi Kawai, Mansaku Takada, Shiro Sano, Shinichi Tsutsumi Rating : I Length : 89 mins. Opening December 18 2025 Teaser : https://youtu.be/SnYMW7q2m4w [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In summer, Nagisa, a woman from the city, and Natsuo, a young man visiting his relatives, meet by the sea. Their vacant gazes reflect each other as they exchange awkward words and wade into the rain- drenched ocean. In winter, Li, a screenwriter in a creative slump, travels to a snow-covered village with an old camera left behind by a late acquaintance. There, she finds a peculiar, desolate guesthouse run by the enigmatic Benzo. Their conversations rarely connect, yet they set off on an unexpected adventure. Based on two stories by Yoshiharu Tsuge, Sho Miyake's Golden Leopard winner humorously captures the primal joys of journey and the quiet absurdity of being human through striking landscapes, fleeting encounters, and inexplicable moments of oddity. MAMORU HOSODA'S JOURNEY THROUGH TIME - WOLF CHILDREN (4K RESTORED) d. Mamoru Hosoda Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 117 mins. Opening December 18 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Hana is a 19-year-old student who falls in a fairy-tale like love with a wolf man. Over the course of the 13-year story Hana gives birth to two children - older sister Yuki, and younger brother Ame, or 'Snow and Rain'. At first the family quietly lives in the city trying to hide their wolf heritage, but when the "wolf man" suddenly dies Hana makes the decision to move to a rural town, far from their previous city life. GAMER GIRLS Can : Din Gaing Nui Hai d. Veronica Bassetto (Bak Wai Kei), Sophie Yang Fan Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Alma Kwok Yi Kwan, Sabrina Cheung Man Sha, Ng Wing Sze, Kayan Ng (Kayan9896), Chase Chan Chung Chak Rating : IIB Length : 102 mins. Opening November 4 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening at International Film Festival Rotterdam 2026 Opening December 19 2025 (Preview) Opening February 28 2025 Teaser : https://youtu.be/evfpwS1qowE Site : https://iffr.com/en/iffr/2026/films/gamer-girls [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] When her professional esports team disbands, former captain Summer ventures into the corporate world after graduation. Unable to shake her passion for competitive gaming, she forms "Gamer Girls", an amateur all-female team that transforms local Cha Chaan Teng into gaming venues. Just as they gain popularity, gaming companies shut down their events citing copyright violations. With Hong Kong esports team selections looming, these determined players must fight to restore their competition rights. Co-directors Veronica Bassetto and Sophie Yang deliver an energetic youth esports tale, where winning or losing matters less than fighting side by side to forge an ideal world. [ 6TH FIRST FEATURE FILM INITIATIVE ] Youth is always full of confusion, electronic gaming may be a way to achieve hero's dream. This is a story of five passionate girls fighting hard in the gaming world, hoping to break the social stereotype. Yet this is more difficult than it seems, with all the unknown challenges ahead. THE KING OF KINGS d. Seong-ho Jang South Korean Animation English Voices: Kenneth Branagh, Uma Thurman, Mark Hamill, Pierce Brosnan, Roman Griffin Davis, Forest Whitaker, Ben Kingsley, Oscar Isaac Cantonese Voices: Sammi Cheng Sau Man, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Cheng Chun Hei, Wong Cho Nam, Eliza Sam Lai Heung, Eric Suen Yiu Wai, Becky Lee Bik Kei Rating : I Length : 101 mins. Opening December 20 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/3LBMUhoYUPs [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A father tells his son the greatest story ever told, and what begins as a bedtime tale becomes a life-changing journey. Through vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, facing His trials, and understanding His ultimate sacrifice. The King of Kings invites us to rediscover the enduring power of hope, love, and redemption through the eyes of a child. KIS KISKO PYAAR KAROON 2 d. Anukalp Goswami Kapil Sharma, Manjot Singh, Hira Warina Length : 144 mins. Opening December 20 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A man tries to marry the woman that he loves but circumstances lead him to marrying a different girl and he ends up getting wed to three women of different religions. BERKELEYS DAYS d. Clifford Choi Kai Kwong Debbie Lo (Law Chung Yan), Timonthy Choi Tsz Hin, Gary Tam Wai Kuen, Melodee Mak Chi Kwan, Lok Yau Yau, Andy Lau Wing Hung, Belinda Law Cheuk Fei Rating : IIA Length : 118 mins. Opening December 23 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/PG0s0g5dL6g TOKYO GODFATHER (4K RESTORED) d. Satoshi Kon Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 92 mins. Opening December 24 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] An unexpected Christmas gift suddenly appears in front of three homeless people in Shinjuku. On Christmas Eve, a middle-aged alcoholic Gin, a transgender woman Hana, and a high school runaway Miyuki find an abandoned baby in a pile of garbage. They named her Kiyoko and Hana believes that she is a gift from God. To search for Kiyoko’s birth parents, they start an adventure that is full of miracles on a snowy night in Tokyo. PASS AND GOAL Can : Yik Juen Seung Boon Cheung Lit : Reversal of First Half d. Jil Wong Pak Kei Gigi Leung Wing Kei, Peter Chan Charm Man, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Ling Man Lung, Chan Fai Hung, Henry Chan Ying Lok, Sahal Zaman (Lam Lok), Rondi Chan Lok Ting, Chow Kei Yuet, Tam Chun Yin, Sin Cheuk Kiu Rating : IIA Length : 104 mins. Opening November 9 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening December 25 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/RYVDxp-wod4 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Once a high-flying financial advisor, Hay Man loses everything and moves from her Deep Water Bay mansion to her cousin's modest home in "Deep Water Bo." Hoping to restore her fortune, she agrees to coach a scrappy U12 football team led by her cousin Ying and neighborhood children for a league organized by a clueless rich heir. What begins as reluctant duty soon transforms into true mentorship, as Hay Man helps the kids confront struggles and regains her own sense of purpose. When the underdog team reaches the finals, she must choose between luxury past and newfound identity. [ 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. MOTHER BHUMI d. Chong Keat Aun Fan Bingbing, Natalie Hsu (Hui Yan Yi), Bai Run-yin, Pearlly Chua, Length : 129 mins. Opening December 25 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/hEeCNmDHECY [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] In a farming community straddling the Malaysia-Thailand border, recently widowed Hong Im resorts to black magic to help locals until a ghost unveils a disturbing truth about her husband's death. * 38th Tokyo International Film Festival - Main Competition * 62nd Golden Horse Awards WE'RE NOTHING AT ALL Can : Ngor Moon But Si Sup Mor Lit : We Aren't Anything d. Herman Yau Lai To Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Anson Kong Yip Sang, ANSONBEAN (Chan Ngai Sun), Wong Yau Nam, Kearen Pang Sau Wai, Ben Yuen Fu Wah, Amanda Lee Wai Man, Stephanie Che Yuen Yuen, Ken Low Wai Kwong Chu Pak Him, Rachel Leung Yung Ting, Thor Lok Chun Wai, Serene Lim (Lam Suen Yu), Chan Suk Yi, Baby Po Pui Yu, Mak Pui Tung, Ellen Liu Oi Ling, Chu Tin, Edward Chui Woei Dong, Kumer So Sun Yu, Jane Wong Bui Yee, Donny Ng Chi Hei, Ivan Yuen Man Tai Rating : III Opening December 25 2025 (POSTPONED) Teaser : https://youtu.be/rOlwvUx3O5U THE SIXTH ROBBER d. Huo Suiqiang Wu Yue, Bao Beier, Philip Ng Wan Lung, Yuen Biao, Andy Tien (On Chi Kit), Lei Mu Opening December 25 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/tp02lys2RIg MAMORU HOSODA'S JOURNEY THROUGH TIME - THE BOY AND THE BEAST (4K RESTORED) d. Mamoru Hosoda Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 119 mins. Opening December 25 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] When Kyuta, a young orphan living on the streets of Shibuya, stumbles into a fantastic world of beasts, he’s taken in by Kumatetsu, a gruff, rough-around-the-edges warrior beast who’s been searching for the perfect apprentice. Despite their constant bickering, Kyuta and Kumatetsu begin training together and slowly form a bond as surrogate father and son. But when a deep darkness threatens to throw the human and beast worlds into chaos, the strong bond between this unlikely family will be put to ultimate test—a final showdown that will only be won if the two can finally work together using all of their combined strength and courage. GIRLS BAND CRY THE MOVIE -YOUTH RHAPSODY- d. Kazuo Sakai Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 110 mins. Opening December 25 2025 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] After she drops out of school and moves to Tokyo by herself, Nina Iseri meets Momoka Kawaragi, the vocalist of her favourite band, and discovers the allure of music. Together with Subaru Awa, who always hides her true intentions, Tomo Ebizuka, who was ignored by her parents, and Rupa who has no relatives, Nina starts the rock band Togenashi Togeari. The five girls who all have their own worries confront the absurdities of the world and search for their place to belong. FRESH WAVE AWARD WINNERS HIGHLIGHT (19TH FRESH WAVE) Opening December 27 2025 Site : https://www.freshwave.hk/ fb: https://www.facebook.com/freshwavehk [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In this programme, the winners of Fresh Wave Award, Best Director, Best Screenplay and Best Cinematography (to be announced on 20th December) will be screened. BACK TO THE PAST Can : Chum Chun Gei d. Ng Yuen Fai, Jack Lai Chun Lung Louis Koo Tin Lok, Raymond Lam Fung, Jessica Hester Hsuan (Suen Huen), Sonija Kwok Sin Nei, Joyce Tung Lai Ming, Bai Baihe, Michael Miu Kiu Wai, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Kevin Chu Kam Yin, Wu Yue, Timmy Hung Tin Ming, Chris Collins, Jimmy Au Sui Wai, Wong Man Piu, Power Chan Kwok Bong, Liu Kai Chi, Tang Yat Kwan, Edward Chui Woai Dong, Sammy Hung Tin Chiu, Calvin Choy Yat Chi, Eric Tsui Ho Cheong, Ng Sze Wing Michelle Saram (Suet Yi) Opening December 31 2025 fb : https://www.facebook.com/BackToThePastMovie ig : https://www.instagram.com/BackToThePastMovie Threads : https://www.threads.com/@BackToThePastMovie Teaser : https://youtu.be/hbvB1tzqzRo Trailer : https://youtu.be/bouHy4dwclM [ THE FILM CATALOGUE ] Three years ago, Randy Lee, the only son of the richest man in Hong Kong, took part in a time traveling experiment back to the Qin Dynasty, to study the First Emperor's elixir of life. But he was never heard from again. Today, his father Lee Ka-chun uncovered 2 mummies near an unexcavated area of the First Emperor's mausoleum, with one of them holding a smart phone. When it was confirmed that the phone belonged to Randy and contained pictures of a bomb defuser called Hong Siu-lung, Lee Ka-chun persuaded Hong Siu-lung to go back in time and bring his son home. MAMORU HOSODA'S JOURNEY THROUGH TIME - MIRAI d. Mamoru Hosoda Japanese Animation Rating : I Length : 98 mins. Opening January 1 2026 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The movie follows a 4-year old boy who is struggling to cope with the arrival of a little sister in the family, until things turn magical. A mysterious garden in the backyard of the boy's home becomes a gateway allowing the child to travel back in time and encounter his mother as a little girl and his great-grandfather as a young man. These fantasy- filled adventures allow the child to change his perspective and help him become the big brother he was meant to be. MAMORU HOSODA'S JOURNEY THROUGH TIME - BELLE d. Mamoru Hosoda Japanese Animation Rating : IIA Length : 121 mins. Opening January 8 2026 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Our protagonist, Suzu, is a 17-year-old high school girl, who lives in the countryside of Kochi Prefecture with her father, after losing her mother at a young age. She loves singing with her mother more than anything else, but as a result of her mother’s death was no longer able to sing. It wasn’t long before she and her father grew more and more distant from each other, and Suzu closed her heart to the rest of the world. When Suzu felt that writing music was her only purpose left in life, she then discovers the massive online space known as "U," where she takes on her persona, Belle. Suzu quickly realizes that when she is inside "U" as her avatar, Belle, she can sing quite naturally. As she continues to showcase her own music in the virtual world, she fast becomes the rising star of "U." Nonetheless, that surprise is short-lived. Suddenly, a mysterious dragon-shaped creature appears before her... POLICE STORY d. Jackie Chan Jackie Chan, Maggie Cheung Man Yuk, Brigitte Lin (Lam Ching Ha), Bill Tung Biu, Chor Yuen Length : 101 mins. Opening December 14 1985 Opening January 10 2026 (RE-RELEASE) Trailer : https://youtu.be/hB53TeUxu54 FINCH AND MIDLAND Can : Gum Tin Ying Goi Hung Go Hing d. Timothy Yeung Wing Kwong Anthony Wong Chau Sun, Theresa Lee Yi Hung, Patrick Tam Yiu Man, Nina Paw Hee Ching, Harriet Yeung Sze Man, Dmitry Chepovetsky Length : 110 mins. Opening October 5 2025 at the Vancouver International Film Festival Opening at October 23rd at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening January 15 2026 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] In the often overlooked, aging neighborhoods of Scarborough, Ontario, four Hong Kong immigrants who arrived in the 1990s quietly unravel in middle age. Once a rising star in Hong Kong, a devoted carer for her elderly mother, a single mother struggling to make ends meet, and a widower yearning for connection – they each clutch fading fragments of dignity, community, and hope in a place as worn and forgotten as they are. The film portrays these fragile souls reaching out for connection – and discovering how far loneliness can stretch. Growing up within this immigrant community, the director witnessed firsthand the resilience of immigrants, creating a poignant meditation on displacement, aging, and the delicate threads that bind us all. Vancouver International Film Festival [ VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2025 ] Timothy Yeung's film is a story of big losses, small triumphs, and moments of grace amid the grind of capitalism — in other words, life itself. Four Hong Kong immigrants are living lives of desperation in Scarborough, Ontario: Dan was a pop singer on the rise before his move to Canada, now he's barely scraping by; Eva is a lonely woman whose commitment to her aging mother has held her back in life; Fan is a part-time sex worker struggling to break into real estate; Tony is an aging widower whose factory job is at risk. Through these characters, Yeung explores diasporic alienation, economic hardship, and social isolation. His film is rich in cultural specificity, but that never obstructs his wider view. Building outwards from private hopes and personal pain, he creates a rich social document that cradles within it four precious human portraits. Tam, Yeung, Lee, and Wong are superb — their performances ring with commitment and authenticity. GIRLS BAND CRY THE MOVIE -HEY, OUR FUTURE- d. Kazuo Sakai Japanese Animation Length : 110 mins. Opening January 22 2026 [ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ] After forming the band Togenashi Togeari, Nina confronts her issues at the hometown she escaped from. Momoka also confronts Diamond Dust, the band that she left. Their overcoming of the past inspires the others to do the same, and aim to become pro musicians, but they are unable to adapt to the demands of society and decide to continue as an indie band. NOTHING MORE TO SAY d. Tsim Ka Chun Documentary Opening January 30 2026 Trailer : https://youtu.be/s7qgxCaKPE0 GAMER GIRLS Can : Din Gaing Nui Hai d. Veronica Bassetto (Bak Wai Kei), Sophie Yang Fan Angela Yuen Lai Lam, Alma Kwok Yi Kwan, Sabrina Cheung Man Sha, Ng Wing Sze, Kayan Ng (Kayan9896), Chase Chan Chung Chak Rating : IIB Length : 102 mins. Opening November 4 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening at International Film Festival Rotterdam 2026 Opening December 19 2025 (Preview) Opening February 28 2026 Teaser : https://youtu.be/evfpwS1qowE Site : https://iffr.com/en/iffr/2026/films/gamer-girls [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] When her professional esports team disbands, former captain Summer ventures into the corporate world after graduation. Unable to shake her passion for competitive gaming, she forms "Gamer Girls", an amateur all-female team that transforms local Cha Chaan Teng into gaming venues. Just as they gain popularity, gaming companies shut down their events citing copyright violations. With Hong Kong esports team selections looming, these determined players must fight to restore their competition rights. Co-directors Veronica Bassetto and Sophie Yang deliver an energetic youth esports tale, where winning or losing matters less than fighting side by side to forge an ideal world. [ 6TH FIRST FEATURE FILM INITIATIVE ] Youth is always full of confusion, electronic gaming may be a way to achieve hero's dream. This is a story of five passionate girls fighting hard in the gaming world, hoping to break the social stereotype. Yet this is more difficult than it seems, with all the unknown challenges ahead. --- [ NORTH AMERICA AREA CONCERTS ] * JACKSON WANG -- MAGICMAN 2 WORLD CONCERT IN TORONTO DATE AND TIME : Sunday, April 12 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Coca-Cola Coliseum 45 Manitoba Dr., Toronto ON https://livemu.sc/JacksonWang2026 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER CANADA https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/10006378CAEE904E * JACKSON WANG -- MAGICMAN 2 WORLD CONCERT IN NEW YORK DATE AND TIME : Friday April 10 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Barclays Center 620 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn NY https://livemu.sc/JacksonWang2026 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/30006371E1B07D34 * JACKSON WANG -- MAGICMAN 2 WORLD CONCERT IN CHICAGO DATE AND TIME : Wednesday April 8 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Allstate Arena 6920 North Mannheim Road Rosemont IL 60018 https://livemu.sc/JacksonWang2026 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/04006373D56199ED * JACKSON WANG -- MAGICMAN 2 WORLD CONCERT IN VANCOUVER DATE AND TIME : Sunday, April 5 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: UBC Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre 6066 Thunderbird Boulevard, Vancouver BC V6T1Z3 Canada https://livemu.sc/JacksonWang2026 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER CANADA https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/11006378F7D6C786 * JACKSON WANG -- MAGICMAN 2 WORLD CONCERT IN OAKLAND DATE AND TIME : Thursday, April 2 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Oakland Arena 7000 Coliseum Way Oakland CA https://livemu.sc/JacksonWang2026 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: TICKETMASTER https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C006368E69FF125 * JACKSON WANG -- MAGICMAN 2 WORLD CONCERT IN LOS ANGELES VENUE LOCATION: Kia Forum 3900 W. 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Toronto ON M5V 2A2 Canada https://www.horseshoetavern.com/event/joanna-wang26 TICKET PRICES : CA $ 62.16 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: ONLINE: https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/joanna-wang-presented-the-horseshoe-tavern-tickets/14548713 * ACCUSEFIVE RUN, RUN RUN 2026 LIVE TOUR THE WORLD DATE AND TIME: Sunday, March 15 2026 @ 7:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: Darling Harbour Theatre at ICC Sydney 14 Darling Drive Sydney NSW 2000 Australia https://iccsydney.com.au/events/accusefive-2/ TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETEK https://premier.ticketek.com.au/events/SITILYAF26/venues/DHI/performances/EDHI2026679AF * CHYI CHIN CONCERT IN LAS VEGAS DATE AND TIME : Saturday March 14 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: MGM Grand Garden Arena at MGM Grand Las Vegs 3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas NV 89109 TICKET PRICES: $ 388, 288, 228, 188, 128, 108 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: 99 CONCERTS https://99concerts.com/chyi-chin-las-vegas AXS https://www.axs.com/events/1216994 * SILENCE WANG RISE OF ROMANCE WORLD TOUR DATE AND TIME: Saturday, March 14 2026 VENUE LOCATION: Seattle Climate Pledge Arena 334 1st Ave. N., Seattle WA 98109 * ACCUSEFIVE RUN, RUN, RUN 2026 LIVE TOUR THE WORLD DATE AND TIME: Friday, March 13 2026 @ 7:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: Festival Hall Melbourne 300 Dudley St. West Melbourne, Victoria 3003 Australia https://www.festivalhall.com.au/all-events/accusefive-%E5%91%8A%E4%BA%94%E4%BA%BA-tickets-ae1330193 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER AUSTRALIA https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/accusefive-run-run-run-2026-live-west-melbourne-13-03-2026/event/13006366EEA2B87F * HACKEN LEE, KEN HUNG, SAMMY SUM "BEST WISHES 2026" CONCERT IN NIAGARA DATE AND TIME : Sunday March 8 2025 @ 7:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Resort 6380 Fallsview Blvd., Niagara Falls ON Canada https://fallsviewcasinoresort.com/events-and-promotions/schedule-of-events/hacken-lee.html TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER CANADA https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/10006374F0AFD4D8 * SILENCE WANG RISE OF ROMANCE WORLD TOUR DATE AND TIME: Saturday, March 7 2026 VENUE LOCATION: Barclays Center 620 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn NY * HACKEN LEE, KEN HUNG, SAMMY SUM "BEST WISHES 2026" CONCERT IN LOS ANGELES DATE AND TIME: Saturday, February 28 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Pechanga Resort and Casino 45000 Pechanga Pkwy, Temecula CA 92592 https://www.pechanga.com/entertain/ TICKET PRICES: $ 338, 288, 238, 188, 158, 128, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: ONLINE https://99concerts.com/hacken-lee-la TICKETMASTER: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0A0063508B7A4A6B 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 * HACKEN LEE, KEN HUNG, SAMMY SUM "BEST WISHES 026" CONCERT IN SAN FRANCISCO DATE AND TIME : Saturday, February 21 2026 @ 7:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: The Venue at Thunder Valley Thunder Valley Casino Resort 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln CA TICKET PRICES: $ 338, 288, 228, 168, 128 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: 99 CONCERTS https://99concerts.com/hacken-lee-sf TICKETMASTER https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C0063549F33779F San Francisco World Bookstore 824 Stockton St., 415.963.1998 San Francisco Elderly Service 415.867.2812 Win On Travel 728 Pacific Ave, Suite 114 415.730.2007/415.834.1628 * MARIA CORDERO AND MIMI CHOO M AND M HAPPY DIVAS CONCERT IN RENO DATE AND TIME : Saturday, February 14 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Reno Ballroom 401 N. Center St. Reno NV 89501 TICKET PRICES: $ 188, 138, 108, 78 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: SELLINGTICKET.US https://sellingticket.us/m-and-m San Francisco World Bookstore 824 Stockton St., 415.963.1998 San Francisco Elderly Service 415.867.2812 Win On Travel 728 Pacific Ave, Suite 114 415.730.2007/415.834.1628 * RUBBERBAND "A NIGHT IN" CONCERT IN NEW YORK DATE AND TIME: Sunday, January 25 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Oceana Theatre 1029 Brighton Beach Ave., Brooklyn NY 11235 TICKET PRICES: VIP $248 (Tour Souvenir and Post-Show Meet and Greet), 198, 168, 128, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION EVENTBRITE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rubberband-a-night-in-new-york-tickets-197667412451 * RUBBERBAND "A NIGHT IN" CONCERT IN TORONTO DATE AND TIME: Friday, January 23 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Queen Elizabeth Theatre 190 Princes' Blvd, Toronto ON M6K 3C3 Canada TICKET PRICES: VIP CAD $328 (Tour Souvenir and Post-Show Meet and Greet), 248, 198, 148, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION ADMITONE https://queenelizabeththeatre.admitone.com/events/141783 * RUBBERBAND "A NIGHT IN" CONCERT IN VANCOUVER DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, January 20 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: The Vogue Theatre 918 Granville St., Vancouver BC V6Z 1L2 Canada TICKET PRICES: VIP CAD $328 (Tour Souvenir and Post-Show Meet and Greet), 248, 198, 148, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION ADMITONE https://tickets.admitone.com/events/141744 * RUBBERBAND "A NIGHT IN" CONCERT IN SAN FRANCISCO DATE AND TIME: Saturday, January 17 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Fox Theatre Redwood City 2215 Broadway Street, Redwood City CA 94063 TICKET PRICES: VIP $248 (Tour Souvenir and Post-Show Meet and Greet), 198, 168, 128, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION EVENTBRITE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rubberband-a-night-in-san-francisco-tickets-1975109604997 * JAMES NG YIP KWAN (KWAN GOR) "THE MISSING TEN 2.0" CONCERT IN TORONTO DATE AND TIME: Friday, January 30 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Toronto Pavilion 190 Railside Rd., North York ON M3A 1A3 Canada TICKET PRICES: CAD $188 (VIP Meet And Greet: front row concert tickets plus 1:2 photo, Limited), 128, 98, 68 (Restricted View) TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: EVENTBRITE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kwan-gor-the-missing-ten-20-10th-anniversary-tour-in-toronto-tickets-1965668132298 * GALLEN LO, ALICE LAU 2026 NEW YEAR CONCERT IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA DATE AND TIME : Saturday, January 3 2026 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: The Event at Graton Resort and Casino 288 Golf Course Dr. W. Rohnert Park CA https://www.gratonresortcasino.com/events/gallen-lo-alice-lau/ TICKET PRICES: $ 138, 108, 88, 68 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/17006366B60CA857 * AM 1480 SINO SUPERSTAR SINGING CONTEST FINAL With Special Guest Alice Lau Nga Lai DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, December 31 2025 VENUE LOCATION: New Mulan 136-17 39th Ave 2nd Floor, Flushing NY 11354 INQUIRIES: AM 1480 212-431-4300 * KELLY CHEN "SEASON 2" CONCERT IN LOS ANGELES DATE AND TIME : Saturday, December 27 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Yaamava' Theater Yaamava' Resort and Casino 777 San Manuel Blvd, Highland CA 92346 https://www.yaamava.com/entertainment/kelly-chen/ TICKET PRICES: VIP $ 288, 238, 188, 158, 128, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: ONLINE: http://www.iemshowplace.com * LEO KU "ALL ABOUT LOVE" CHRISTMAS CONCERT IN LOS ANGELES DATE AND TIME: Saturday, December 27 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Pechanga Resort and Casino 45000 Pechanga Pkwy, Temecula CA 92592 https://www.pechanga.com/entertain/ TICKET PRICES: $ 288, 238, 188, 158, 128, 108, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: ONLINE https://99concerts.com/leo-ku-2025-la TICKETMASTER: https://www.ticketmaster.com/levent/0A006330F2913E2E 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 * TANYA CHUA, WHERE CHOU, GALLEN LO CHRISTMAS CONCERT IN LAS VEGAS DATE AND TIME : Saturday, December 27 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Resorts World Las Vegas Theatre 3000 South Las Vegas Boulevard Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 https://www.rwlasvegas.com/entertainment/ TICKET PRICES : $ 288, 228, 188, 138, 108, 88 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: JADE ENTERTAINMENT https://www.jadeentertain.com/home/ 626.964.4747 Sogo Travel and Tour 888-536-7188 Ng Hing Kee San Gabriel 626-632-1994 * KELLY CHEN "SEASON 2" CONCERT IN LAS VEGAS DATE AND TIME : Wednesday, December 24 2025 @ 9 PM VENUE LOCATION: Dolby Live at Park MGM 3770 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas NV TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: TICKETMASTER https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/2E00633DE0F98F3C * LEO KU "ALL ABOUT LOVE" CHRISTMAS CONCERT IN SAN FRANCISCO DATE AND TIME : Saturday, December 20 2025 @ 7:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: The Venue at Thunder Valley Thunder Valley Casino Resort 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln CA TICKET PRICES : $ 288, 238 188, 138, 108 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: ONLINE: https://99concerts.com/leo-ku-2025-sf 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 * DAVID TAO "SOUL POWER II" CONCERT IN LOS ANGELES VENUE LOCATION: Kia Forum 3900 W. Manchster Blvd. Inglewood CA DATE AND TIME: Friday, December 19 2025 @ 8 PM Saturday, December 20 2205 @ 8 PM (ADDED SHOW) TICKET PRICES: $ 328, 278, 238, 198, 158, 118, 88 TICKET OUTLET LOCATIONS: TICKETMASTER CANADA https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0900632C04446932 https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0900634806E48276 * KELLY CHEN "SEASON 2" IN SAN FRANCISCO DATE AND TIME : Friday, December 19 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Chase Center 1 Warriors Way San Francisco CA TICKET PRICES: $ 288, 238, 198, 168, 128, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER https://www.ticketmaster.com * STMG AND A1 CHINESE RADIO 2025 SINGING CONTEST FINALS With Special Guest Performer Bondy Chiu Hok Yi DATE AND TIME: Saturday, December 13 2025 @ 7:30 PM VENUE LOCATION: People's Theatre for the Performing Arts 22 Esna Park Drive Markham, Ontario, ON L3R 1E1 Canada TICKET PRICES: VIP CA$ 198, 98, 68 + Taxes and Service Fees TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: EVENTBRITE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stmg-a1-chinese-radio-2025-tickets-1962702601315 Hollywood Cafe 7240 Kennedy Road Markham ON L3R 7P3 905-477-8877 * DAVID TAO "SOUL POWER II" CONCERT IN TORONTO DATE AND TIME : Friday, December 12 2025 @ 8 PM (ADDED SHOW) Saturday, December 13 2025 @ 8 PM VENUE LOCATION: Coca-Cola Coliseum 45 Manitoba Dr., Toronto ON TICKET PRICES: CA$ 388, 338, 288, 228, 188, 148, 98 TICKET OUTLET LOCATION: TICKETMASTER CANADA https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/100063399140475C https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/1000632BBFEF2F44 ------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 December 14 2025 10 NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DON'T d. Ruben Fleischer Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt, Rosamund Pike, Morgan Freeman 9 ROAD TO VENDETTA Can : Sat Sau #4 Lit : Assassin Number 4 d. La-Ying Njo Kui Ying (Leung Kui Ying) Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun, Sara Minami, Chu Pak Him, Naoto Takenaka, Rosa Maria Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Takumi Saitoh, Daniel Hong 8 ETERNITY d. David Freyne Elizabeth Olsen, Miles Taylor, Callum Turner 7 ANOTHER WORLD Can : Sai Oi d. Tommy Ng Kai Chung Hong Kong Animation Cantonese Voices: Kay Tse On Kay, Rosa Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Tommy Chu Pak Hong 6 KOKUHO d. Lee Sang-Il Ryo Yoshizawa, Ryusei Yokohama, Ken Watanabe, Mitsuki Takahata, Shinobu Terajima, Nana Mori, Ai Mikami, Soya Kurokawa, Keitatsu Koshiyama, Masatoshi Nagase, Min Tanaka, Emma Miyazawa, Takahiro Miura, Kyusaku Shimada, Tateto Serizawa, Nakamura Ganjiro, Ken Watanabe, Meisa Kuroki, 5 FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S 2 d. Emma Tammi Josh Hutcherson, Elizabeth Lail, Piper Rubio, Freddy Carter, Theodus Crane, Wayne Knight 4 WICKED: FOR GOOD d. Jon M. Chu Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Colman Domingo, Michelle Yeoh (Yeung Chi King), Jeff Goldblum 3 GOLDEN BOY Can : Gum Tung d. Joe Chan Wai Koon Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Eric Tsang Chi Wai, Lam Suet, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Rosa Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Leander Lau Ho Lan, Gladys Li Ching Kwan, Doughboy, Mars Cheung Wing Fat, Lawrence Cheng Tan Shui, Anna Ueyama, Ben Yuen Fu Wah, Ali Lee Kai Sum, Ruby Lam Yin Ling 2 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 1 ZOOTOPIA 2 d. Jared Bush, Byron Howard Disney Animation English Voices: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Ke Huy Quan, Fortune Feimster, David Strathairn, Shakira, Idris Elba, Patrick Warburton, Quinta Brunson, Danny Trejo, Alan Tudyk, Nate Torrence, Don Lake, Bonnie Hunt, Jenny Slate Cantonese Voices: Dayo Wong Tze Wah, Joey Yung Cho Yee, Fish Liew Chi Yu, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying, Marf Yau Yin Tung, Serrini Josephine Ng (Chu Fun), Rik Ching Yan Fu, Hero Yuen Ching Fung, Aaryn Cheung Ming Wai, Annise Hui Yi Yung, Kwanmoon, Kaka Wan Ka Yuk ----- UNDER CURRENT AKA : THE OUTSIDER Rating : IIB Length : 115 mins. Opening December 4 2025 Trailer : https://youtu.be/DjrztEMjKMo [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A renowned charity foundation is holding its annual charity party. It's a glamourous meeting of the foundation's friends, associates and the city's most elite socialites. Just as foundation chairman Ko Shing-man is about to give his annual speech to the attendees, Yeung To -- the foundation's chief financial officer -- suddenly hangs to his death on the stage. As suspicions surround Yeung's death, rumors of a missing $200 million charitable donation begin to run rampant, attracting the attention of the masses. The mystery brings barrister Ma Ying-fung and police officer Orr Ting-bong together as they form a temporary partnership to uncover the truth behind the foundation's dealings. Can they expose all the dark truths behind the foundation's wrongdoings and restore justice? [ 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... GOLDEN BOY Rating : IIB Length : 92 mins. Opening November 21 2025 Teaser : https://youtu.be/DyDNYvo07-M [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] A decade ago, Cheung Lek was the brightest rising boxing star—known as "Golden Boy" -- until a tragic incident stripped him of his freedom. Ten years later, released from prison, he comes face to face with Fong Yuen, the son he has never met. To claim the inheritance left by Fong Yuen's mother, Cheung must learn to live with and take care of the boy. Thrust into fatherhood and confronted by past regrets, Cheung's life is turned upside down once more. Through conflict and gradual reconciliation with his son, he begins to understand his true purpose. Confronting the ghosts of his past, Cheung decides to return to the ring—not only to reclaim his dream, but to become the role model his son deserves. KOKUHO Rating : IIA Length : 174 mins. Opening at October 25th at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09) Opening November 13 2025 Teaser : https://youtu.be/1V6IPJEF7xg [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] The world of Kabuki, the elaborately stylised, male Japanese theatrical tradition, is the setting for director Lee Sang-il's epic melodrama of artistic ambition, rivalry and betrayal. It is an adaptation of a bestseller by Shuichi Yoshida, and weaves in stunning stagings of classic Kabuki tales that wowed audiences at Cannes Directors' Fortnight. In 1960s Nagasaki, after the death of his yakuza father, gifted teenager Kikuo is taken under the wing of famed Kabuki actor Hanjiro Hanai, even though the great performer already has a son, Shunsuke, who has dedicated his life to the art. Over fifty years, the relationship of the two disciples entwines and twists, and their hearts suffer as much yearning, glory and downfall as their on- stage alter-egos. ANOTHER WORLD Rating : IIA Length : 112 mins. Opening October 22 2025 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival Opening October 29 2025 [ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ] Tasked to help transient souls through Another World to their reincarnation, the spirit GUDO meets a young girl called YURI, and embarks on a dangerous journey to help her overcome her anger and prevent her curse from destroying the world. ------------ For the week starting December 13 2025 (Week 50) VIUTV CHILL CLUB CHART 5 WASH YOU AWAY Can : Sum Chun Siu Duk Irene Lam Chin Ying https://youtu.be/OfF4_yqSvk0 4 WE WILL ARISE Can : Tin Hung Pun Tap Ji Si WE WILL ARISE FYP https://youtu.be/fhYNOmJcooE 3 YOUR NAME MY HYMN Can : Nei Dik Ming Ji Ngor Dik Sing Si 193 Denis Kwok Ka Chun https://youtu.be/kG12Dmbu-DE 2 I DREW YOU A BLACK CARD Can : Sau Kui Hak Kat Jay Fung Wan Him https://youtu.be/dbO-5kOZEWY 1 STORY WITHOUT US Can : Moot Chuen Joi Dik Ngor Moon Per Se https://youtu.be/7Ps_MnVyfJg TVB JADE SOLID GOLD 5 PTSD Jace Chan Hoi Wing https://youtu.be/oELReZoJ6es 4 STILL ONE THING LEFT TO DO Can : Wan Sing Yut Gein Mei Joh Dik Si James Ng Yip Kwan https://youtu.be/37jbXmriofc 3 HOW ABOUT ME Can : Ngor Leh Mayao Ma Tin Yao https://youtu.be/VF7fSanDCTg 2 SLIDE Can : Wat Doh Yup Sum Honey Punch https://youtu.be/I1Zv9DpZZoI 1 FROM YOU ME TO WE Can : Chung Nei Ngor Sing Ngor Moon Gary Chiu Cheun Sing https://youtu.be/E8MYYZ3-cUY METRO RADIO HIT DOMESTIC CHART 5 WE WILL ARISE Can : Tin Hung Pun Tap Ji Si WE WILL ARISE FYP https://youtu.be/fhYNOmJcooE 4 THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD Can : Sai Gai Seung Jui Lan Dik Yun Chiutung https://youtu.be/ZeSrHSBzJJ0 3 DO NOT DISTURB Can : Ching Muk Dai Yiu Angela Hui Wan Ching https://youtu.be/YmnupEiKL7w 2 THE CHOSEN ONE Can : Tin Suen Ji Yun Panther Chan Lui https://youtu.be/-qaHO6iEui4 1 MOUNTAIN LOVERS Can : Shan Hai Luen Yun Aska Cheung Chi Ho https://youtu.be/Mf3D7FAZcyU COMMERCIAL RADIO 903 TOP 20 5 THE SEA Can : Hoi Marf Yau Yin Tung https://youtu.be/aQvbixeZCR8 4 I DREW YOU A BLACK CARD Can : Sau Kui Hak Kat Jay Fung Wan Him https://youtu.be/dbO-5kOZEWY 3 THE INN Can : Yik Lui The Hertz https://youtu.be/XT3zyJwoH8o 2 168.5 MC Cheung Tin Fu feat. 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