Liu Yichang, in Cantonese Lau Yee Cheung, a notable writer and novelist in Hong Kong, one of his most notable stream of consciousness novellas "Tête-bêche" (《對倒》) inspires Hong Kong filmmaker Wong Kar-wai's "In the Mood for Love", a 2000 Hong Kong film written, produced and directed by Wong Kar-wai, starring which two actors?
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Liu Yichang Liu Yichang (劉以鬯) (born December 1918), in Cantonese Lau Yee Cheung, a notable writer and novelist in Hong Kong. One of his most notable stream of consciousness novellas "Tête-bêche" (《對倒》) inspires Hong Kong filmmaker Wong Kar-wai's "In the Mood for Love".
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In the Mood for Love In the Mood for Love is a 2000 Hong Kong film written, produced and directed by Wong Kar-wai, starring Tony Leung and Maggie Cheung. It is frequently listed as one of the greatest films of Asia. The film's original Chinese title, meaning "the age of blossoms" or "the flowery years" – Chinese metaphor for the fleeting time of youth, beauty and love – derives from a song of the same name by Zhou Xuan from a 1946 film. The English title derives from the song, "I'm in the Mood for Love". Wong had planned to name the film "Secrets", until listening to the song late in post-production. In 2016, BBC named ‘In The Mood For Love’ 2nd best film of the century. It has been selected as the Best Asian Movie in history by CNN.com.
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Dealer/Healer Dealer/Healer is a 2017 Hong Kong-Chinese action crime drama film directed by Lawrence Ah Mon and starring Sean Lau, Gordon Lam and Jiang Yiyan, with special appearances by Louis Koo and Zhang Jin. The film is based on the story of former Hong Kong triad member, 's recovery from drug addiction. Chan, who is portrayed in the film by Lau, served as one of the producers of the film. It was released in China on 12 May 2017 and in Hong Kong on 18 May 2017.
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Purple Butterfly Purple Butterfly () is a 2003 Chinese film, directed by Lou Ye. It is Lou's third film after "Weekend Lover" and "Suzhou River". It stars Chinese mainland actors, Zhang Ziyi, Liu Ye and Li Bingbing, as well as Japanese actor "Tôru Nakamura". The film premiered on May 23, 2003, at the 2003 Cannes Film Festival, and was given a limited release in New York City the following year on November 26, 2004.
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Tiramisu (film) Tiramisu is a 2002 Hong Kong romantic fantasy film directed by Dante Lam. It stars Nicholas Tse and Karena Lam in their first film collaboration.
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Kwan Shan Kwan Shan ( April 20, 1933 – October 1, 2012) was a Hong Kong film actor. Kwan appeared as a romantic lead actor in Mandarin-language films created in Hong Kong, especially during the 1960s. His roles included several Shaw Brothers Studio productions.
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A Moment of Romance A Moment of Romance () is a 1990 Hong Kong action romance film directed by Benny Chan, produced by Johnnie To, and starring Andy Lau, Jacklyn Wu and Ng Man-tat. Ng was awarded Best Supporting Actor at the 10th Hong Kong Film Awards.
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Shiver (film) Shiver is a 2003 Hong Kong horror film directed by Billy Chung and starring Francis Ng, Athena Chu, Nick Cheung and Tiffany Lee.
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Headlines (film) Headlines is a 2001 Hong Kong comedy-drama film directed by Leo Heung and starring Emil Chau, Maggie Cheung, Daniel Wu, Grace Yip and Wayne Lai. This film revolves around the Hong Kong press.
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Deric Wan Deric Wan Siu-lun (born 18 November 1964) is a Hong Kong actor, singer, and songwriter who has acted in many movies and TV series and released several music albums. He is also known TV theme songs, including a duet with Nadia Chan, a cover of the song Yat saang ho kau (一生何求), and TVB series such as "Looking Back in Anger" and "The Breaking Point". Wan has worked for TVB and CCTV. He currently works at STTV.
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Andy Lau Andy Lau Tak-wah, BBS, MH, JP (, born 27 September 1961) is a Hong Kong actor, singer, lyricist and film producer. He has been one of Hong Kong's most commercially successful film actors since the mid-1980s, performing in more than 160 films while maintaining a successful singing career at the same time. In the 1990s, Lau was branded by the media as one of the Four Heavenly Kings of Cantopop.
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Happy Ghost Happy Ghost (also known as The Happy Ghost) is a 1984 Hong Kong comedy film directed by Clifton Ko. Produced and written by Raymond Wong, the film stars Wong and May Lo.
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A Chinese Ghost Story A Chinese Ghost Story () is a 1987 Hong Kong romantic comedy horror film starring Leslie Cheung, Joey Wong and Wu Ma, directed by Ching Siu-tung and produced by Tsui Hark. The plot was loosely based on a short story about Nie Xiaoqian from Qing dynasty writer Pu Songling's "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio" (聊齋誌異), and also inspired by the 1960 Shaw Brothers Studio film, "The Enchanting Shadow". The film was popular in Hong Kong and several Asian countries, including South Korea and Japan, when released. Most notably it boosted the stardom of Joey Wong, won Leslie Cheung popularity in Japan, and sparked a trend of folklore ghost films in the Hong Kong film industry, including two sequels, an animated film, a television series and a 2011 remake. The film was ranked number 50 of the Best 100 Chinese Motion Pictures presented at the 24th Hong Kong Film Awards.
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Once Upon a Time in China (film series) Once Upon a Time in China is a Hong Kong film franchise directed, written, and produced by Tsui Hark. The stories are based on the life of Chinese folk hero Wong Fei-hung, who is portrayed by Jet Li in the first three films and Vincent Zhao in the fourth and fifth films. The first two films in the franchise were among the most popular of the Golden Age of Hong Kong cinema (usually dated from 1986 to 1993) and were known for their depiction of Chinese nationalism as well as action choreography. The "Once Upon a Time in China" films were among Jet Li's best known hits at that time.
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Bishonen (film) Bishonen... (; literally: "Passion Between Beautiful Youths"), is a 1998 Hong Kong romantic drama film about an ill-fated gay romance. Written and directed by Yonfan, the film stars Stephen Fung, Daniel Wu and Shu Qi.
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Love Under the Sun Love Under the Sun (愛在陽光下) is a 2003 Hong Kong musical short film directed by Andy Lau. It depicts an evening ball in which a rumor spreads among the guests that one among them has contracted AIDS. The film was meant to raise awareness about AIDS and dispel common misconceptions regarding its contagiousness. It features an all-star cast of Hong Kong cinema actors and Cantopop singers. The music is mostly arranged from Classical works such as "Für Elise" and "Carmen" with added or changed lyrics.
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Bullets of Love Bullets of Love is a 2001 Hong Kong action thriller film produced and directed by Andrew Lau and starring Leon Lai and Asaka Seto.
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Whatever Will Be, Will Be (1995 film) Whatever Will Be, Will Be () is a 1995 Hong Kong drama film directed by Jacob Cheung and starring Aaron Kwok and Kelly Chen, the latter in her debut film role.
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Behind the Yellow Line Behind the Yellow Line (緣份, also known as Fate, is a 1984 Hong Kong romantic comedy film directed by Taylor Wong and starring Leslie Cheung, Maggie Cheung, and Anita Mui. The film was released in Hong Kong on 3 October 1984.
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Plum Blossom (film) Plum Blossom (; lit. "Youth") is a 2000 South Korean coming-of-age film written and directed by Kwak Ji-kyoon.
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A West Lake Moment A West Lake () is a 2005 psychological romantic drama-comedy film directed by Hong Kong directors Yim Ho and Yang Zi, and starring Aloys Chen, Zhou Xun and Linq Yim. Aloys Chen and Zhou Xun had also previously collaborated as lovers in "Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress" and "Baobei in Love".
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High Risk (1995 film) High Risk, also known in the United States as Meltdown, is a 1995 Hong Kong action comedy film written, produced and directed by Wong Jing and starring Jet Li, Jacky Cheung, Chingmy Yau, Charlie Yeung, Billy Chow, Kelvin Wong and Valerie Chow. Corey Yuen serves as the film's fight choreographer. This was Kelvin Wong's final film appearance, who retired from acting, until his death 15 years later.