M+ Cinema has been providing a diverse film viewing experience since its opening, featuring a selection of international art films and classic Hong Kong productions to satisfy the tastes of different movie enthusiasts. This summer, they are focusing on screening independent masterpieces from the 1960s to the 1990s in the Asian region that hold significant milestones. Additionally, M+ Cinema is showcasing Ann Hui’s early career with films such as “Story of Woo Viet” and “Boat People”. Here are a few must-watch selections for you!
Lu Ziying “The Sleeping Writer” (1980)
As animation continues to thrive globally, M+ Cinema presents “Asian Animation Pioneer,” a program that celebrates significant moments in the development of Asian independent animation from the 1960s to the 1990s. This series focuses on Lui Chi-ying, born in 1960, a self-taught independent animator from Hong Kong who has explored various animation techniques including traditional hand-drawn animation, stop-motion animation, and sand animation. Among the 11 works by Lui Chi-ying in the M+ collection, this time “The Sleeping Writer” is one of the animator’s proud achievements.
Yuen Kim To’s “McDull Story” (2001)
“The ‘Fresh Perspectives’ series brings interesting content suitable for families and children to M+, allowing young audiences to enjoy and understand culture through film. The work of Yuen Kin To, ‘McDull’s Story’ (2001), tells the story of McDull, an animated character that holds a special place in the hearts of Hong Kong people, creating a collective resonance.”
Ma Faisi Fuli “Ando Tadao: From Void to Infinity” (2013)
The documentary and essay films in the “Creators and Events” series focus on introducing the individuals and stories behind creative practices. This season’s program focuses on architecture, with “Tadao Ando: From Void to Infinity” by Mathias Frick (born in 1969), which introduces the renowned Japanese architect Tadao Ando, known for his exquisite and minimalist designs that have won numerous awards.
Hsü An-hua’s “The Story of Hu Yue” (1981) and “Seeking Refuge in the Angry Sea” (1982)
M+ Theatre will screen two early works by renowned Hong Kong director Ann Hui (born in 1947) as part of its 2023 summer program, including the classic films “Boat People” (1981) and “The Story of Woo Viet” (1982), which were instrumental in the Hong Kong New Wave movement of the 1980s. These films showcase Ann Hui’s focus on the lives of Vietnamese boat people in Hong Kong during the 1980s.
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Fang Yuping “Half Person” (1983)
“台階夜幕” Screening Series – “Beautiful Failures” presents a series of films that capture the struggles of youth culture and young people in their lives. Fang Yu-ping’s documentary film “Half Person” (1983) tells the story of a young girl’s struggle between dreams and reality.
Luo Zhuoyao “Red Earth” (2010)
“The ‘Hook and Sinker’ permanent collection continues to bring forth exquisite works and restored classics. ‘Eyes on Hong Kong’ (2010-2016) showcases four rare short films from the Hong Kong International Film Festival, each directed by four Asian filmmakers who shot them in Hong Kong. These four individuals are Tsai Ming-liang (born in 1957), Apichatpong Weerasethakul (born in 1970), Ann Hui (born in 1957), and Mak Siu-yin (born in 1984). Directed by Ann Hui, the film ‘Red Earth’ featuring Daniel Wu will also be released.”
Tickets will be available for public sale starting from June 12, 2023 (Monday). For more details, please refer to the M+ website!
