Hong Kong Tourism Board Launches “Live Out the Cinematic Hong Kong” at the Cannes Film Festival
May 23 2024 - 10:30AM
Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) proudly unveiled the new docufilm
“Hong Kong Classics Reimagined” on Friday (May 17) 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.
A tribute to the greats
“Hong Kong Classics Reimagined” is a celebration
of the rich filmmaking legacy 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 recognizable 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 the 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 revitalize them with
a fresh burst of energy. We hope to inspire audiences worldwide 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 project experience. She expressed 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. Within a few tens of minutes, one can travel
from the bustling city to beaches, countryside parks, and
reservoirs, all boasting 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
Emphasizing 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 moment 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
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Jorge Lee jorge.lee@hktb.com Tel: (416) 366-2389 ext
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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-GiDirector: Wing ShyaFeaturing: Karen
Mok |
Thriller |
Déjà vu |
Infernal Affairs, One Nite in Mongkok |
Hi-Fi Shop, Mongkok |
Producer: Cora YimDirector: 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-GiDirector: Kenji TanigakFeaturing:
Charlene Choi, Gillian Chung, Kenny Kwan |
Comedy |
Passion Call |
The Private Eyes, Fight Back to School |
Temple Street |
Producer: Julia ChuDirector: KK WongFeaturing: Lam Ka Tung, Locker,
Cheung Siu Fai |
Kung Fu |
The Raw Oysters |
Eight Taels of Gold |
Oi! |
Producer: Joseph Chan Sinn-GiDirector: 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-GiDirector: Man Lim ChungFeaturing:
Sylvia Chang, George Lam |