Hong Kong Tourism Board Launches “Live Out the Cinematic Hong Kong” at the Cannes Film Festival
20 Mayo 2024 - 4:49AM
Business Wire
Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) on proudly unveiled new docufilm
“Hong Kong Classics Reimagined” on Friday (17 May) in Cannes,
France. Premiering during the Marché du Film at the 77th Cannes
Film Festival, the 60-minute showcase pays homage to classic Hong
Kong movies while igniting the wanderlust of film lovers around the
world. In conjunction with the premiere of the docufilm, HKTB is
excited to unveil a dedicated movie tourism guide on its official
website. This comprehensive guide showcases how travellers can
transform their cinematic inspiration into unforgettable
experiences in Hong Kong.
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A tribute to the greats
“Hong Kong Classics Reimagined” is a celebration of the rich
legacy of filmmaking in Hong Kong. Comprising six short films
across genres including thriller, action, comedy, kung fu, romance
and art, the 60-minute showcase offers a captivating window into
Hong Kong's unique charm and vibrant cultural heritage in full
cinematic glory. Each of the shorts was inspired by some of Hong
Kong’s most iconic films and cinema moments, re-imagined by six
different directors as a tribute to the city’s most legendary
filmmakers. The shorts feature some of the biggest established and
emerging names in contemporary Hong Kong film – including
superstars Sylvia Chang, George Lam and Karen Mok – and were filmed
at some of the city’s most recognisable locations. Following its
premiere, “Hong Kong Classics Reimagined” will continue to inspire
audiences worldwide as it becomes available online.
Dr Pang Yiu-Kai, Chairman of Hong Kong Tourism Board says, “The
influence of movies reaches far beyond entertainment, igniting
travel inspiration and desire. Through “Hong Kong Classics
Reimagined”, we pay tribute to timeless classics in Hong Kong's
cinematic history and revitalise them with a fresh burst of energy.
We hope to inspire audiences from around the world to bring their
cinematic dreams to life, creating unforgettable experiences in the
captivating city of Hong Kong.”
Award-winning actress Ms Sylvia Chang, who plays the lead role
in one of the shorts in the docufilm, shared her experience of the
project. She expressed that she had a deep appreciation for the
beauty of Hong Kong throughout the filming process with director
Man. She mentioned that Hong Kong's urban areas and suburbs are
closely connected, and within just a few tens of minutes, one can
travel from the bustling city to beaches, countryside parks, and
reservoirs, all of which boast beautiful scenery. She further
expressed, "I have always regarded Hong Kong as a blessed place,
and I hope that visitors to Hong Kong will not only engage in
shopping but also discover the scenic beauty it has to offer."
Veteran film producer Joseph Chan Sinn-Gi, who was responsible
for producing four of the short films, mentioned that he has lived
in Hong Kong from childhood to adulthood and has a deep love for
every detail of this city. He expressed, "I hope that visitors can
come to Hong Kong frequently, create joyful moments, discover
different opportunities here, experience Hong Kong's flexible and
vibrant side, and enjoy the delicious food and friendly
hospitality."
From reel to reality
Emphasising the allure of movie tourism in Hong Kong, the
digital movie tourism guide seeks to inspire travellers to
experience the beauty of the city beyond the silver screen, via a
curated selection of experiences that allows them to recreate the
magic of some of Hong Kong’s most iconic movies. Whether taking the
iconic Star Ferry to share a romantic moments like Sylvia Chang and
George Lam do in the docufilm, listening to records at a stereo
shop in the vibrant creative district of Sham Shui Po to re-enact
the famous scene in Infernal Affairs, taking an open top bus to
retrace the footsteps of the actors on a motorcycle to drive
through tunnel in Wong Kar Wai’s Fallen Angels, or participating in
a martial arts class as a tribute to legendary kung fu master Bruce
Lee, travellers are invited to be enchanted by the city’s cinematic
charm in real life.
For more information on “Hong Kong Classics Reimagined” and to
explore the captivating world of movie tourism in Hong Kong, please
visit the official website to start planning your next
adventure.
Members of the media can download photos from the following
link:
“Live Out the Cinematic Hong Kong” Launch in Cannes:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1JmMomRExKjVLEGH-sEL7tUbKp2ZTjvkn
“Hong Kong Classics Reimagined”:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16_Dd7fAgmGhplWVgOBtDEPUs1Y3v34Ky
Appendix
A synopsis of “Hong Kong
Classics Reimagined”
Executive Producer | Silence
Leung
Genre
Title
Hong Kong
Classic Movies
mentioned in
the Docufilm
Filming
locations of
the short film
By
Art
Illicit
Fallen Angels
M+, Pottinger
Street (Stone
Slabs Street),
Soho Central
Producer: Joseph Chan Sinn-Gi Director:
Wing Shya Featuring: Karen Mok
Thriller
Déjà vu
Infernal Affairs,
One Nite in
Mongkok
Hi-Fi Shop,
Mongkok
Producer: Cora Yim Director: Lawrence Kan
Featuring: Ling Man-lung, Stanley Yau, Angela Yuen
Action
La Rose
Noire Vs La
Rose Noire
2023
Black Rose
Central
Market
Producer: Joseph Chan Sinn-Gi Director:
Kenji Tanigak Featuring: Charlene Choi, Gillian Chung, Kenny
Kwan
Comedy
Passion Call
The Private
Eyes, Fight
Back to School
Temple Street
Producer: Julia Chu Director: KK Wong
Featuring: Lam Ka Tung, Locker, Cheung Siu Fai
Kung Fu
The Raw
Oysters
Eight Taels of
Gold
Oi!
Producer: Joseph Chan Sinn-Gi Director:
Lemon Liu Featuring: Sammo Hung, Michelle Yim, Kevin Kam-Yin
Chu
Romance
Somewhere
In Time
Passion, A
Moment of
Romance, An
Autumn's Tale
Star Ferry
Producer: Joseph Chan Sinn-Gi Director:
Man Lim Chung Featuring: Sylvia Chang, George Lam
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Ms Holly Chan Email: holly.chan@hktb.com
Ms Alice Chen Email: alice.chen@hktb.com