HKSAR Film No Top 10 Box Office

For the week ending Sunday January 7 2018

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10 BEYOND SKYLINE
d. Liam O'Donnell
Frank Grillo, Bojana Novakovic, Iko Uwais, Jonny Weston,
Callan Mulvey, Antonio Fargas, Jacob Vargas,

9 PADDINGTON 2
d. Paul King
Ben Whishaw, Hugh Grant, Hugh Bonneville

8 WONDER
d. Stephen Chbosky
Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, Jacob Tremblay

7 ALONG WITH THE GODS: THE TWO WORLDS
d. Kim Yong-hwa
Cha Tae-hyun, Ha Jung-woo, Do Kyung-soo, Ju Ji-hoon,
Lee Jung-jae, Kim Hyang-gi
Length : 139 mins.
Opening January 11 2018
Trailer : https://youtu.be/xiEnJrJ7gHQ

[ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ]
According to the laws of Afterlife, all deceased must go through 7 trials over 49 days divided into 7 sin categories: betrayal, violence, filial piety, murder, indolence, deceit, and injustice. Once the deceased clears all 7 trials, he can be reincarnated and start a new life. "Mr. Kim Ja-hong, you died as expected without complications." Having died unexpectedly at a scene of fire while trying to save a little girl, firefighter Ja-hong is taken to the purgatory by 3 Afterlife guardians – Kang-lim, Hewonmak and Deok-choon. As the first paragon in 19 years, he must go through 7 trials over 49 days in order to be reincarnated. The 3 guardians were promised of reincarnation as well by King Yeomra, who rules the Afterlife, if they successfully defend 49 souls and do their best defend Ja-hong’s innocence in trials as their 48th client. His journey progresses without a hitch, until his brother Su-hong, who died begrudgingly, has turned into a Vengeful Spirit and begins attacking the Afterlife, thereby interrupting Ja-hong’s trial. Through the course of this battle, hidden facts surrounding Su-hong’s death are uncovered and proof of Ja-hong's innocence is now uncertain. Risking their own fate in the Afterlife, the 3 guardians fight to reincarnate both brothers.

6 6 INSIDIOUS: THE LAST KEY
d. Adam Robitel
Lin Shaye, Leigh Whannell, Angus Sampson

5 DARKEST HOUR
d. Joe Wright
Gary Oldman, Lily James, Kristin Scott Thomas

4 STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI
d. Rian Johnson
Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Issac, Adam Driver,
Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Domhnall Gleeson, Gwendoline Christie,
Kelly Marie Tran, Lupita Nyong'o, Anthony Daniels, Laura Dern

3 THE GREATEST SHOWMAN
d. Michael Gracey
Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, Michelle Williams, Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya

2 JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE
d. Jake Kasdan
Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Har, Karen Gillan

1 COCO
d. Lee Unkrich, Adrian Molina
Disney Pixar Animation
English Voices: Anthony Gonzalez, Gael Garcia Bernal, Benjamin Bratt
Cantonese Voices: Andy Hui Chi On, Joey Tang Kin Ming

GLOBAL CHINESE MUSIC CHART

For the week starting January 6 2018

15 YOUTH LIES WITHIN
Can : Ching Chun Jui Liu Shui
Rainie Yang (Yeung Sing Lam)

https://youtu.be/x4s-th4N2og

14 SEA OF LIGHT
Can : Guong Ji Hoi
A-Lin

https://youtu.be/HMiOZH1UAk0

13 BLINK OF AN EYE
Can : Yut Fong Ngan
Janice Vidal (Wai Lan)

https://youtu.be/EzgmfQijkSo

12 SHEEP
Lay Zhang Yixing (Cheung Ngai Hing)

https://youtu.be/-qSzP9aReOA

11 THE FOOL
Can : Jui Bun Din Yun
A-Bin Fang (Fong Man Bun)

https://youtu.be/H6SShCF58-U

10 THE LAKESIDE OF YEARNING
Can : Seung Si Wu Boon
FS (Fuying & Sam)

https://youtu.be/YoB0_oYwGP0

9 LIGHT OF THE CITY
Can : Sing Si ji Guong
Li Jian

https://youtu.be/9eMDw6Czmlk

8 OUR TIME
Can : Ngor Moon Dik Si Guong
TFBoys

https://youtu.be/uCGD_nzvZJg

7 JUST LIKE WIND
Can : Jeung Fung Yut Yeung
Joker Xue (Sit Ji Him)

https://youtu.be/FoFLqVB7jNo

6 NINE WAYS TO ENJOY LONELINESS
Can : Gau Jung Si Yung Gu Duk Dik Jing Kok Fong Sik
Michael Kong (Kwong Leung)

https://youtu.be/DvM7BoBRBdE

5 YI TANG
Can : Yut Tung
Chris Lee Yuchun

https://youtu.be/ru4t2v9Y3pw

4 OUTSIDE OF
Can : Ji Oi
Eason Chan Yik Shun

https://youtu.be/8Br0EtgPWa0

3 A STATE OF BLISS
Can : Ngor Hung Yuet Fai
Stefanie Sun Yanzi

https://youtu.be/CFxkH0AK3jg

2 STORY THIEF
Can : Tau Goo Si Dik Yun
A-Mei (Cheung Wai Mui)

https://youtu.be/ufcxx3YrlKY

1 LITTLE BIG US
Can : Wai Dai Dik Miu Siu
JJ Lin (Lam Chun Kit)

https://youtu.be/JwjBbWQs71k

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Gigi Leung and Sammi Cheng work together again after 20 years

Stanley Kwan says that Sammi has changed, more at ease and understands the script and her character very thoroughly.

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Sammi Cheng Sau Man worked on the Stanley Kwan Kam Peng directed EVERLASTING REGRET (CHEUNG HUNG GOR) then fell into depression. 12 years later she again worked on Kwan Kam Peng's new film BAK GOR NUI YUN YUT TOI (EIGHT WOMEN ONE STAGE OF PLAY) as the mother of a teenager. In a different state of mind now, Sammi said that she had not mental obstacle. This time she would even perform with at her healthiest and best shape. Sammi's nemesis in the film, Gigi Leung Wing Kei worked together again after over 20 years. Gigi got the feeling of a reunion after a long time part and the return of youth, as the collaboration was very pleasant for her.

Yesterday Cheng Sau Man, Leung Wing Kei, Kiki Sheung Tin Ngor, Kandy Wong Shan Yee, Angie Chiu Nga Chi, Catherine Chau Ka Yee worked on location at the Hong Kong City Hall. In the film Sammi played an over the hill drama queen with a 14 yera old son and a rival of Gigi. Did Sammi have to overcome any mental obstacle to play a mother of a teen ager? She said, "Absolutely none, really zero obstacle. Actually it's very natural, if I had a 30 something son then it would be odd. A son in his teens would be very reasonable. Instead Kwan Kam Peng said that it was a benefit for me to have a teenage son. Maybe he thought that actresses would really mind. I had no mental obstacle at all, in addition I really like this screenplay."

Sammi felt that this character could be said as an actor's milestone. Previously she would define her character and difficulty to challenge herself. At this stage she would freely face them. When she got the script sh was already confident that she could master the character. "After years of growth, my confidence in acting is very strong. I am not second guessing myself like with EVERLASTING REGRET. This film would have emotions too so I wouldn't have too much fun on the set. I would look at my phone less to constantly cultivate my inner emotions. When I had the emotional disorder I was depressed, this time I am at my best, my healthiest condition."

Sammi and Gigi worked together last on FEEL 100% (BAK FUN BAK GUM GOK). In the brink of an eye 20 some years went by. Sammi happily said about working together again, "We see how different the other one is, not in terms of appearance but inside. Gigi now has a family and a child, she has become very lively and very happy. I have my own family. Over 20 years we have kept ourselves pretty well."

Speaking of the memorial for Dicky Cheung Wai Kin's late brother Henry, Sammi said, "Their family is Catholic, religion has given them a lot of strength. I saw how strong his mother was, how open minded she was in facing death. The entire memorial was very peaceful; Dicky handled the entire matter very well."

Gigi said about Sammi's praise, "Maybe she is the same. No change over 20 years is impossible. I feel sammi is much happier and much more open than before. This time with her we have a 'reunion' feeling. When we work together we have more time to chat. (Have you shared your family lives?) Everyone share their current level of happiness. We have our own happiness, experience and gain that we can share. When I heard that I would work with Sammi, 'all the youth came back' as I recalled the youth film that we worked together on."

Carina Lau sees infinite potential in Ng Siu Hin and holds his hand to give him courage

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Carina Lau gives her producing debut a passing grade and plans to produce again
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The Carina Lau Ka Ling's producing debut, IN YOUR DREAMS (YI CHING CHUN DIK MING YI) two nights ago held its premiere. She, Ng Siu Hin, Jennifer Yu Heung Yi and director Tam Wai Ching attended. Guests included Ma Fung Kwok, Cheung Tat Ming, Fish Liew Chi Yu and Wu Tsz Tung. Ka Ling's husband Tony Leung Chiu Wai was on vacation in Japan. Later when he would return to Hong Kong to promote his Lunar New Year film MONSTER HUNT 2 he would go to the movies and support Ka Ling's performance. Ka Ling grabbed Ng Siu Hin's arm during photo opportunities.

First time producer Ka Ling's film finally opens today. She admitted that she was not nervous because she already finished beyond her expectation. She also felt that the film got a passing grade. The film's fate would determine the rest. She also said that she would disguise herself to go to the movies to see admission rate and the audience's realest response. Now that she saw most of the film critics praised her. Of course the film would also have its flaws but she already had a gauge of them. Speaking of Ka Ling's A BEAUTIFUL MOMENT (NGOR DIK CHING DIK NUI SAI) and Wai Jai's MONSTER HUNT 2 going head to head this Lunar New Year, she said, "That's pretty good, we can lovinly flirt!" She also said that with good box office performance she would go to the movies for audience appreciation events. Would she and Wai Jai cross over to each other's audience appreciation events? "I definitely will watch his, I saw the first one too. Because he always says that he is fighting himself, I have to see it!"

Ka Ling also revealed that Ng Siu Hin was so excited and nervous that he had a fever. Hin Jai said, "Lucky fever goes straight to the head!" Ka Ling said, "Are you ready?" Hin Jai did not understand and ask what did he have to prepare for? Ka Ling said, "Prepare to be red hot! You used to have a few dozen vermicelli (fans), now you already have many more!"

Ka Ling admitted that she was interested in continuing to produce movies, now she has romantic, crime and drug scripts, but in the first half of the year she had to work on movies and plays first. Would she invite Wai Jai to perform? She said that if suitable of course she would. Actually she wanted to work with Hin Jai again and even wanted to be his manager and sign him for ten years! Ka Ling admitted that she wanted to sign more new comers and have her own team. She would also accept self introductions. Even at the Central Drama Academy, Shanghai Dram Academy or Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts, good selections have already been signed even before they graduate.

12TH ASIAN FILM AWARDS NOMINATIONS
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BEST FILM
THE THIRD MURDER
THE DAY AFTER
ANGELS WEAR WHITE
NEWTON
YOUTH

BEST DIRECTOR
CHEN Kaige (LEGEND OF THE DEMON CAT)
Sylvia CHANG (LOVE EDUCATION)
HONG Sang-soo (THE DAY AFTER)
Yuya ISHII (THE TOKYO NIGHT SKY IS ALWAYS THE DENSEST SHADE OF BLUE)
FENG Xiaogang (YOUTH)

BEST ACTOR
KIM Yun-seok (1987: WHEN THE DAY COMES)
Sukollawat KANAROT (MALILA: THE FAREWELL FLOWER)
Louis KOO (PARADOX)
DUAN Yihong (THE LOOMING STORM)
Rajkummar RAO (NEWTON)

BEST ACTRESSSylvia CHANG (LOVE EDUCATION)
Yu AOI (BIRDS WITHOUT NAMES)
KIM Min-hee (THE DAY AFTER)
Marsha TIMOTHY (MARLINA THE MURDERER IN FOUR ACTS)
ZHOU Dongyu (THIS IS NOT WHAT I EXPECTED)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTORYOO Hae-jin (A TAXI DRIVER)
GENG Le (ANGELS WEAR WHITE)
TIAN Zhuangzhuang (LOVE EDUCATION)
Eddie PENG (OUR TIME WILL COME)
YANG Ik-joon (WILDERNESS)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESSCHOI Hee-seo (ANARCHIST FROM COLONY)
Hana SUGISAKI (BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL)
Kitty ZHANG Yuqi (LEGEND OF THE DEMON CAT)
Estelle WU (LOVE EDUCATION)
Suzu HIROSE (THE THIRD MURDER)

BEST NEWCOMERZHOU Meijun (ANGELS WEAR WHITE)
Chutimon CHUENGCHAROENSUKYING (BAD GENIUS)
LIM Yoon-a (CONFIDENTIAL ASSIGNMENT)
LING Man-lung (TOMORROW IS ANOTHER DAY)
Akari KINOSHITA (WILDERNESS)
ZHONG Chuxi (YOUTH)

BEST SCREENPLAYHWANG Seong-gu (ANARCHIST FROM COLONY)
Tanida HANTAWEEWATANA,Vasudhorn PIYAROMNA, Nattawut POONPIRIYA (BAD GENIUS)
Sylvia CHANG, YOU Xiaoying (LOVE EDUCATION)
Mayank TEWARI, Amit V MASURKAR (NEWTON)
YAN Geling (YOUTH)

BEST ACTION FILMALONG WITH THE GODS: THE TWO WORLD
BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL
BROTHERHOOD OF BLADES II: THE INFERNAL BATTLEFIELD
PARADOX
THE THOUSAND FACES OF DUNJIA

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHYCAO Yu (LEGEND OF THE DEMON CAT)
Yunus PASOLANG (MARLINA THE MURDERER IN FOUR ACTS)
KIM Ji-yong (THE FORTRESS)
Nagao NAKASHIMA (THE GREAT BUDDHA+)
Mikiya TAKIMOTO (THE THIRD MURDER)

BEST COSTUME DESIGN
SHIM Hyun-sup (ANARCHIST FROM COLONY)
Rama RAJAMOULI, Prashanti TIPIRINENI (BAAHUBALI 2: THE CONCLUSION)
Yuya MAEDA (BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL)
CHEN Tongxun (LEGEND OF THE DEMON CAT)
Shirley CHAN (THE THOUSAND FACES OF DUNJIA)

BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN
LEE Mok-won (ALONG WITH THE GODS: THE TWO WORLDS)
TU Nan, LU Wei (LEGEND OF THE DEMON CAT)
Frans PAAT (MARLINA THE MURDERER IN FOUR ACTS)
Yohei TANEDA (THE THIRD MURDER)
Ben LUK (THIS IS NOT WHAT I EXPECTED)

BEST ORIGINAL MUSIC
JO Young-wook (A TAXI DRVER)
WEN Zi (ANGELS WEAR WHITE)
Joe HISAISHI (OUR TIME WILL COME)
LIN Sheng-xiang (THE GREAT BUDDHA+)
Taro IWASHIRO (WILDERNESS)

BEST SOUND
WANG Gang (BROTHERHOOD OF BLADES I: HE INFERNAL BATTLEFIELD)
Khikmawan SANTOSA (MARLINA THE MURDERER IN FOUR ACTS)
TU Du-chih, WU Shu-yao, TU Chun-tang (MON MON MON MONSERS)
CHOI Tae-young (THE FORTRESS)
TU Du-chih, WU Shu-yao (THE GREAT BUDDHA+)

BEST VISUAL EFFECTS
JIN Jong-hyun (ALONG WITH THE GODS: THE TWO WORLDS) Ankur SACHDEV (BAAHUBALI 2: THE CONCLUSION)
Shingo KOBAYASHI (GINTAMA)
Norio ISHII (LEGEND OF THE DEMON CAT)
HUANG Mei-cing, PAO Chng-hsun (MON MON MON MONSTERS)
JANG Seong-ho, PARK Young-soo, SON Ohh-Young (THE THOUSAND FACES OF DUNJIA)

BEST NEW DIRECTOR
Vivian QU (ANGELS WEAR WHITE)
Anucha BOONYAWATANA (MALILA: HE FAREWELL FLOWER)
HUANG Hsin-yao (THE GREAT BUDDHA+)
DONG Yue (THE LOOMING STORM)
Derek HUI (THIS IS NOT WHAT I EXPECTED)
Yoshiyuki KISHI (WILDERNESS)

EXCELLENCE IN ASIAN CINEMA AWARD: Kara Wai

Zanilia Zhao's Sheland King has a thin as ice romance with Feng Shaofeng's Tang Monk
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The quartet of Piggy, Tang Monk, Sun Wukong and Sand Monk enters Sheland
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The Soi Cheang Po Shui directed, Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Feng Shaofeng, Zanilia Zhao Liying, Xiao Shenyang, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, Law Chung Him, Lin Chiling, Kingdom Yuen King Tan starred Lunar New Year film THE MONKEY KING 3 (SAI YAU GEI NUI YI GOK) yesterday stepped into its countdown days, as the film company released an almost two minute long teaser.

The film spent nine months and went all over four provinces for the production. It also spent another year on post production, which already reflected the film company's limitless coordination in terms of resources and the director's never before seen effort!

Entering Sheland, the Tang Monk and the King's thin as ice love, "eye opening" for the trio Wukong, Piggy and Sand Monk, and the intricate connection between the prime minister and the River God; the special effects and scenes in the first teaser demonstrated how the production team used the3D steadicam and how it handled the highly difficult water special effect change in the water.

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Sammi Cheng Sau Man earlier was a guest on the Jonathan Wong Chee Hynn's program V MY GUEST. Which artist would she like to work with on a movie? Would she work with her husband Andy Hui Chi On? Sammi shook her hand immediately, "I don't want to, neither does he. We don't want to deliberately do it, as we want to try to keep work and life separate." However Sammi would like to work with Joseph Chang again, because last time on LOVE CONTRACTUALLY she realized that their acting ideas were rather compatible. Once was not enough for her and she would like to work with him again.

Speaking of frequent collaborator Johnnie To Kei Fung, Sammi was asked if she thought To Sir was "very mean" at work. Sammi laughed and asked, "Is he very mean? He probably is demanding! I don't dare to say he is mean, only that he commands respect. After you got familiar with him you wouldn't be afraid. You would know that it is business not personal. Privately he is just a big kid."

On the program, Jonathan designed a psychological test for Sammi to test her friendship. The test said that long time co-star Andy Lau Tak Wa actually was deeply affected by Sammi. Sammi said, "He is the one who influenced me a lot." Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin was "destined" to be a friend who always argues. Sammi said that normally they would not, but revealed that in their new film they really constantly argued. As for fellow Christian Janice and Jill Vidal, they would spend time on Sammi. Sammi revealed, "That is true. Earlier I lost my voice from my concerts, they prayed for me everyday and really cared about me."

Recently Sammi dragged Jonathan to the stage at a concert. Jonathan said that Sammi was a very noble Heaven Queen who was well worthy of respect. He learned being selfless from her. He recalled that once Sammi learned that Chee Hynn was stressed from working on a series and immediately prayed for him. Her positive energy gave him a lot of encouragement and touched him very much.

Eason Chan reveals that Vincent Kok and Li Ronghao make him cry
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The Vincent Kok Tak Siu directed, Eason Chan Yik Shun, Li Ronghao, Li Yitong, Cui Zhijia, Chan Kwok Kwan, Wilfred Lau Ho Lung, Chris Collins starred all new action comedy KEEP CALM AND BE A SUPERSTAR (NGOR DAI GUI SING) held audience appreciation events in Nanjing, Hangzhou, Wuhan and Guangzhou. Yesterday a premiere press conference took place in the Park Hyatt Beijing.

Playing kung fu superstar Yuen Piao, Eason revealed that during the shoot he was jealous of Li Ronghao. Because he joined the cast first he received director Kok Tak Siu's undivided attenton to teach him acting. Then with Li Ronghao's addition, Eason stated that he and Kok Tak Siu became distant. "Ronghao made the director laugh very happy with every shot, but my part seemed to be more trouble than it was worth." With bad mood, his performance was affected instanly. The team even had to stop rolling for ten minutes so Eason could rest from being out of it. Eason finally told the director that he felt he was "fawning over" Ronghao. While they were all laughs he felt neglected. He even cried during the conversation. Kok Tak Siu was moved and explained, "Because Eason has already joined the production for awhile, I felt that he has already grasped Brother Piao's character so I took care of the new addition Li Ronghao more." Kok Tak Siu thanked Eason for making him understand that a director should take care of each actor in balance.

Simon Yam is really sorry that he has to hit Tyson in the film
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The Lunar New Year comedy A BEAUTIFUL MOMENT (NGOR DIK CHING DIK NUI SAI) will open on February 15th, the Lunar New Year's Eve officially. The film is Patrick Kong (Yip Lim Sum) directed, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Carina Lau Ka Ling, Michelle Wai Sze Nga starred with many artists. Best Actor Yam Tat Wa in recent years worked more on crime films. This time he not only challenged the role of a petty subdivided unit king but also was officially sactioned to romance Lau Ka Ling and Wai Sze Nga in the romantic comedy.

Brother Wa in the film played a rich businessman Leung Wa Sun, an evil businessman who calculated "down to every cent" and maximized profit. He even often scolded his subordinates and could be on the list of the top ten most hated superior. Even Sherman Chung Shu Man's pregnant lady was not spared. Natalie Tong Sze Wing played Brother Wa's assistant. She has seen everything and even she was stunned. In one scene Brother Wa yelled at Tyson for his shortcomings and even slapped Tyson until he saw stars. Brother Wa afterward was very apologetic. Tyson said that Brother Wa's character indeed frightened him. As for the difficulty of this challenging character, Brother Wa said that each time he had to yell at people so loudly that he got a sore throat.

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Ann Hui
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Stephy Tang Lai Yun two nights ago attended her new film SOMEWHERE BEYOND THE MIST (LAN TIN BAK WON)'s premiere. Earlier she was caught with her old flame Alex Fong Lik Sun at a Buddhis event and rumors of them getting back together ensued. Stephy who was dressed in red was asked if she had any good news to announce, she said that the good news was the new film's release. It would be the final of her three film festival films last years.

As for a low key reunion with Fong Lik Sun, Stephy said, "No, we went with a group of friends to worship. We have friends in common." Stephy said that she and Siu Fong did not set off any new spark. They mainly talked about Buddhism. After the event they left. Many hoped that they would get back together, Stephy said, "Some friends would say that like a joke, but only very close friends would. We have friends in common so we wouldn't be embarrassed when we see each other. However it would be really embarrassing the more people talk about it." Did she feel anything when she saw her old flame? She said, "Buddhism has taught me to ease my mood, not to sound cliche but I am focusing on work. It's not like I am not meeting new friends, only the circle is small and the chance to meet new friends isn't numerous."

Later she would visit to Nepal and Africa. Stephy said that she would wide her life circle and already have taken yellow fever immunization shots. Would she meet African friends? Stephy said, "Recently a friend married an African. Africa doesn't just have black people but also white people."

Ann Hui On Wa came to support the new film. Her film OUR TIME WILL COME received four 12th Asian Film Award nominations. She said that she hoped not to go home empty handed because the competition would be very strong. However because she has not seen some foreign films, she did not dare to say who was the favorite. As for this year, Director Hui said that many scripts were being worked on. "I would do the fast ones fast, the ones that can't be fast I would take my time with. Now the audience demands a lot from their movies. The most time consuming is waiting for actor schedules, whether they are hot or not they are very busy. I hope to be able to use veterans to lead new comers in the performance, which would be the best."

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Veteran artist Angie Chiu Nga Chi recently has been busy with work. Yesterday she revealed on social media that international film star Chow Yun Fat visited her on the set. "Man Keung came to visit the set, everyone can't be more excited! Fat Gor even created a black and white effect photo." People online commented that they still looked the same and just as well matched. They even reminded people of the classic series THE BUND's Hui Man Keung and Fung Ching Ching.

Chiu Nga Chi was surprised by Chow Yun Fat's appearance as well. "We were shooting in a studio in Yuen Long. Fat Gor was very thoughtful and bought roast duck for us. Then he went running and came back to visit the set. Everyone was very happy and very surprised, especially me. We haven't seen each other in years. Many people even joked that Hui Man Keung and Fung Ching Ching ran into each other! Seeing each other again, it was a very special relationship! (What did you talking abou?) He shared his running video, it's great!"

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Justin Cheung Kin Sing, Eric Kwok Wai Leung and Tsui Ho Cheong (Fat Cheong) in the new film RHAPSODY OF KIDNAPPING (3 GOR BONG FEI 7 TIU SUM) played three kidnappers. Eric Kwok said that on the set he constantly improvised and ended up getting yelled at by Lady Ng; Cheung Kin Sing revealed that he had a vomit scene and almost hit Lady Ng.

Eric said that during the shoot he constantly improvised with Christine Ng Wing Mei, who was able to handle it but then would yell at people. However they were just joking around. Cheung Kin Sing said that he and Fat Cheong had a vomit scene and almost hit Lady Ng. He also revealed that off camera he, Eric Kwok and Fat Cheong would laugh themselves silly. In particular Eric Kwok's serious acting was funny. Working with him was not easy because holding back laughter was very tough. Eric said, "I really don't know why they think it's so funny, but during the shoot I laughed too. The skull cap look during the vomit scene is too crazy!"

Eric also pointed out that this script had a lot of lines, which was also the reason he took the role as it was a huge challenge to him. His previous films did not have many lines, so he thought that since the producer had the guts to ask him he would dare to try. "My personality is completely different from the character's. I normally rarely speak, so on the set luckily I got along great with everyone. I was very relaxed, I was chatting all the time so my tongue muscle would be loose. After the shoot even my Cantonese improved!"

With an intimate scene with Alycia Chan Yuen Hung, Fat Cheong said that he was very shy. At first he did not dare to speak with her. He said, "Before the shoot we would communicate, but after the shoot I still couldn't overcome my fear of girls. It got even worse."

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The Dayo Wong Tsz Wah and Charmaine Sheh Sze Man starred Lunar New Year film AGENT MR. CHAN (DUNG DUK DUT GUNG) will open on the 15th the Lunar New Year's Eve. Yesterday the film company released its official trailer. In it the Tsz Wah played special agent Mr. Chan shone with numerous costumes and comedy, but this Hong Kong version 007 due to leaving Ah Sheh at the altar not only was assigned an impossible mission by her but also became the source of Ah Sheh's rage. "If there has to be a time limit to mess with you, then I hope it will be ten thousand light years!" Tze Wah immediately corrected her, "Light year is an unit of distance."

Tze Wah in the trailer not only displayed Mr. Chan's special agent strengths: brains, cool, appearance, ability to fight, and a way with women, but also many fantastic costumes, including high waist jeans, backpack, messy hair, fog up glasses, a fanny pack and a duck face plastic mask. His colleague C Kwan ridiculed him and Tze Wah tossed him to the wall.

In addition, Tze Wah also had a cosplay and an electronic head gear look. After putting on the thick goggle head gear his eyes were magnified to almost cockeyed, as Ah Sheh waited with heavy punishment to torture him. The end of the trailer even had a surprise as Tze Wah sang.

Zanilia Zhao

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The fantasty romantic comedy THE MONKEY KING 3 (SAI YAU GEI NUI YI GOK) will officially open in Hong Kong on February 15th. Director Soi Cheang Po Shui, executive producer Huang Bo, Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, William Feng Shaofeng, Zanilia Zhao Liying, Xiao Shenyang, Law Chung Him, and Allie Chan Nga Lai yeserday promoted in Guangzhou. Before the press conference a "Sheland" airship circled the venue. Two Best Actor "Monkey Kings" Sing Sing and Huang Bo's appearance together became the bright spot. Huang Bo praised that everyone's performance in the film exceeded the previous installment. He even admitted that he regretted very much that he did not perform. Sing Sing said that this time the subject was lighter than the last one, so he could thoroughly cause trouble.

One of the press conference's bright spot was when the host called for the "eldest disciple" two Sun Wukong appeared. Sing Sing and Huang Bo, two Best Actor "Monkey Kings" played Sun Wukong in THE MONKEY KING 2 and JOURNEY TO THE WEST: CONQUERING THE DEMONS respectively, both flms made over 1 billion RMB at the box office. As two great Monkey Kings met, Sing Sing said that Huang was the Monkey King elder. Huang Bo said hat Sing Sing completely lived up to the "Pretty Monkey King" because he was more handsome. Huang Bo regretted that he was unable to play a role due to scheduling. He said, "I already watched the film. The quartet was filled with bright spots. Everyone's performance exceeded the previous installment. In addition, under a strong contrast, strong conflict environment like Sheland, the potential for drama could be released without limit. I regret very much not to play a certain role."

The two time Wukong Sing Sing felt that this installment was quite a breakthrough, especially saving Sheland and fighting in water with the River God felt very fresh. "This time's subject was lighter than the last. This Monkey King of mine finally could thoroughly act up and be mischievous. It was very fun." In comparison to the Pretty Monkey King the more honest and solid Sand Monk, Law Chung Him felt tha he and Sing Sing worked together in all three films and had more and more chemistry. The result was better and better! Law Chung Him also revealed that he would appear with his actual appearance in the film. "This time we should the Sand Monk's original appearance as the Curtain Liftng General. Viewers please don't leave right after the movie, stay for the easter egg at the end."

Originally busy with her new film, Leung Wing Kei attended and then returned to Hong Kong. Gigi introduced herself as the minister who protected the king Zhao Liying. They were like mother and daughter. Because men were forbidden to enter Sheland, when the quartet appeared her responsibility was like all parents. When they learned that their daughter made bad friends, they would do all they could to stop them. Gigi was pleased with her performance and revealed that although this was not her first time with special effect make up it was the toughest! "Each time before the shoot I spent 5 to 6 hours in make up and 1 hour to remove it." However after watching the result she felt it was worth the effort. The realistic look added a lot of dominance to her role. Gigi said that she would consider more with future offer of similar films. Sh also revealed that her daughter Sofia at first did not recognize her. "When she learned that Mama was playing the role, she liked it very much. Children at this stage are very easy to coax. They feel everything Mama does is fantastic!"

In addition, Sheland king Zhao Liying, adviser Leung Wing Kei and servant Chan Nga Lai reunited on this rare occasion. Zhao Liying said that playing the king she dispalyed all the young girl's anticipation, surprise and anxiety for first love, which was like the most innocent and natural little deer on the loose.

2017 HONG KONG FILM CRITIC SOCIETY AWARDS
http://www.filmcritics.org.hk/

BEST FILM: OUR TIME WILL COME
BEST DIRECTOR: Sylvia Chang (LOVE EDUCATION)
BEST SCREENPLAY: Frankie Tam, Maria Wong, Wu Mengzhang, Xiong Zhaozheng (GOD OF WAR)
BEST ACTOR: Yasuaki Kurata (GOD OF WAR)
BEST ACTRESS: Stephy Tang Lai Yun (THE EMPTY HAND)
EIGHT RECOMMENDED FILMS:
GOD OF WAR
LOVE EDUCATION
THE EMPTY HAND
ALWAYS BE WITH YOU
WUKONG
LOST IN THE FUMES
29+1
PARADOX

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The Lunar New Year STAYCATION (YUT GA DAI SAI) was Johnson Lee's directing debut. He even asked heavyweight actors Tommy Tam (Ti Lung) and Yuen Qiu to be in the cast with good actors Louisa So Yuk Wa and Andrew Lam Man Chung, as he hoped to bring the audience joy during the Lunar New Year. Although it was his first time directing and starring, Johnson admitted that it was not too difficult because before the shoot he already did his homework, finished his storyboard and with years of television training he was very certain what he needed to shoot. He said, "The hardest instead was inviting actors because I have to use sincerity and the script to move them. For example when I asked ah So, her first reaction was 'What will we be making?' Then she asked to see the script first. Brother Lung also had to see the script first. This is common among professional actors. Of course I had to get past Lung Soh first."

Ti Lung said that when Johnson asked him he was worried that he was being pranked. "New directors already pass the first test when someone is willing to invest in their films. This time working with Yuen Qiu is a dream come true for me, because she is only the Seven Little Fortunes I haven't worked with. In the film she was even the type of person who always got one over me." Johnson said that Brother Lung's character was very suitable for him. "Although everyone calls Brother Lung 'Principle Lung' actually he can be very mischievous. I believe the audience would feel very fresh when they see this side on the big screen."

Aside from Ti Lung, Yuen Qiu and So Yuk Wa, the new film also had good actors like Lam Man Chung, Law Kar Ying, Chin Siu Ho and others. Johnson hoped that the new film would be able to make the audience think about the modern family relationship. Thus the story production method was full of 80s nostalgia. Ah So praised Johnson for being very serious with his directing debut. He actually arranged for an actor table read like a play, which was very rare in the film industry. Rarely in comedy, Ti Lung said that film productions were the most afraid of misuse of resource, otherwise with an even better scripts actors would become wasted. He also believed that Johnson had the qualifications to be a very sharp director to bring joy to everyone. Yuen Qiu in one scene cried without much preparation and received praise from Johnson for her superb acting. Sister Qiu said, "Actually crying ins't hard, it depends on what you are thinking about at the time. Comedy instead is harder because making people laugh isn't easy."

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Gordon Lam shows his support for Eason Chan

Vincent Kok kisses Eason Chan
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Eason Chan Yik Shun, Li Ronghao, Chris Collins, Wilfred Lau Ho Lung, Benz Hui Siu Hung starred in the Vincent Kok Tak Siu directed film KEEP CALM AND BE A SUPERSTAR (NGOR DAI GUI SING). Two nights ago a premiere was held. Eason revealed that during the shoot out of jealousy of Li Ronghao, Eason cried to the director. Eason joked that perhaps he was old and was particularly sentimental.

Playing an action superstar in the film, Eason personally performed many stunts. Kok Tak Siu said that Eason began training two weeks before the production began. When he started he first worked on fight scenes, so the later parts would be a little more comfortable. He thanked Eason for giving his all in many of the film costumes. Eason revealed that because Kok Tak Siu took great care of Li Ronghao, he was jealous and cried in front of the director. Kok Tak Siu immediately kissed him on the cheek.

Eason said, "I haven't made a comedy in over a decade. I worried that I wouldn't be able to grasp the rhythm and lacked self confidence. I was acting up. Because during the shoot I took two weeks off for the Voice of China, when I got back I realized that the director loved Li Ronghao more. I got jealous. I didn't know why whatever I did was more trouble than it was worth. I pulled the director aside to talk, and I broke down as I talked. That never happened before. Actually that was very embarrassing. No only girls would be like this. Maybe because I am older I am a little more sentimental. My method was pretty fragile." Kok Tak Siu explained, "Because Li Ronghao is new, I just waned to give him more confidence. Eason just thought too much. I have always loved him a lot."

Did Eason have a lot of action scenes in the film? He said, "To use real force, he had to learn to hold back. I understand that action actors would be very tired. I would rather get hit. When you get hit you only have to react. When you hit people you have to use a lot of energy, the rhythm is very important." Eason during the shoot got hurt. He said that toughest was the '720 drunken fist' on wire. He had to be on two wires, which spun him around as soon as he let go. He had to keep very straight. (Would he not dare to make another action film?) I can hold a gun, whether I would make another comedy it will be up to fate. Actually I considered this time for a long time. Maybe in the past two years I kept going on tour, I got bored with life. I didn't feel I was funny. Finally Director Kok convinced me. After making the comedy I really was very happy."

Gordon Lam Ka Tung showed his support. Ka Tung said about Eason crying from the shoot, "I have done it too. Sometimes the script motivates the emotions. The director forces you to cry only because he loves you. He definitely feels you still have a lot of room and potential to bother to help you get there. I too look forward to see how the director 'squeezes' Eason 'dry', haha."

To Chi Hak, TVB CEO Lee Bo On, Mega-Vision's Wong Jing and Shaw's Elaine Lok

Lee Bo On says TVB is making big plans

Sisley Choi with some past training is confident about action films

Benjamin Yuen and Sisley Choi team up for a new film

Benjamin Yuen is not in a hurry to make RMB

Rebecca Zhu has been tapped to play Chow Chi Yeuk in HEAVEN SWORD AND DRAGON SABRE

Juno Mak directed an all star cast in SONS OF THE NEON NIGHTS
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TVB group CEO Lee Bo On, To Chi Hak, Shaw executive Elaine Lok Yi Ling and Mega Vision's Wong Jing yesterday announced film and television joint venture. TVB would open its door for its contract artists to have more film opportunities.

The joint venture would have no upper limit in its investment. In 2018 the three parties plan to make ten film and television projects, including two film versions of HEAVEN SWORD AND DRAGON SABRE (YI TIN TOH LUNG GEI), a battle of brains and brawn film ACROSS THE SEVEN SEAS (CHUT HOI JUNG WAN), the Mainland left behind children film REUNION DREAM (TUEN YUEN MUNG), the summer production LINE WALKER (SI TOH HUNG JEH) film, a film about Hong Kong spirit STARDUST (SING CHUN), and the television series THE BUND II that took place ten years after the death of Hui Man Keung. In addition, under Shaw Wong Cho Lam's and Lawrence Cheng Tan Shui's companies would make many film and web drama productions.

TVB would hand most of its film productions to veteran filmmaker Wong Jing, teaming big film stars with TVB actors. The rising stars Benjamin Yuen Wai Ho and Sisley Choi Si Bui have already been "named" to the big production ACROSS THE SEVEN SEAS in the second half of the year. Rebecca Zhu would play Chow Chi Yeuk in HEAVEN SWORD AND DRAGON SABRE. Other TVB stars would have opportunities as well to jump from television to the big screen, in a "win win" situation for both them and TVB.

As for the new series THE BUND II, would Chow Yun Fat guest star? Wong Jing joked, "Can you ask him for me. (What big stars have you landed for the projects?) Of course we have people in mind, but we have to sign the contracts before we can talk about them."

In addition, Wong Jing recently worked with Donnie Yen Chi Tan on two new films. DAI SI HING has already been completed and Chi Tan later will "destroy" his trademark fit body to play a big guy in the film ENTER THE FAT DRAGON (FEI LUNG GOR GONG). In the story he pigged out after being dumped, then began an investigation of a case. Niki Chow Lai Kei may be the lead actress. In Da, Chi Tan "named" his company's "second generation star" additions Bruce Tong Kwan Chi and Chris Tong Kwan Yiu (Kent Tong Chun Yip's sons). Chi Tan also saw the potential of the "twins". Wong Jing said that he would consider including both films into the alliance projects.

Shaw this film will make several new films, like its investment in the Juno Mak Chun Lung directed SONS OF NEON NIGHTS (FUNG LUM FOR SHAN) with top film stars Takeshi Kaneshiro (Gum Sing Mo), Tony Leung Ka Fai, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Gao Yuanyuan and Sean Lau Ching wan. For a snow scene in SONS, the team constructed a Causeway Bay street set in Huizhou.

Another new film DREAM REUNION (MUNG TUEN YUEN) will start production in the middle of year. Adrian Kwan Shun Fai will directed the story about Mainland left behind children. Director Kwan earlier went to the Mainland for inspiration and broke down when he saw the children in person. The Bill Kong Chi Keung produced STARDUST will also start production in the middle of the year.

GLOBAL CHINESE MUSIC CHART

For the week starting January 13 2018

15 SEA OF LIGHT
Can : Guong Ji Hoi
A-Lin

https://youtu.be/HMiOZH1UAk0

14 THE LAKESIDE OF YEARNING
Can : Seung Si Wu Boon
FS (Fuying & Sam)

https://youtu.be/YoB0_oYwGP0

13 BLINK OF AN EYE
Can : Yut Fong Ngan
Janice Vidal (Wai Lan)

https://youtu.be/EzgmfQijkSo

12 NINE WAYS TO ENJOY LONELINESS
Can : Gau Jung Si Yung Gu Duk Dik Jing Kok Fong Sik
Michael Kong (Kwong Leung)

https://youtu.be/DvM7BoBRBdE

11 LIGHT OF THE CITY
Can : Sing Si ji Guong
Li Jian

https://youtu.be/9eMDw6Czmlk

10 FULL NAME
Can : Lin Ming Dai Sing
A-mei (Cheung Wai Mui)

https://youtu.be/qf09H2xFq2s

9 THE FOOL
Can : Jui Bun Din Yun
A-Bin Fang (Fong Man Bun)

https://youtu.be/H6SShCF58-U

8 SHEEP
Lay Zhang Yixing (Cheung Ngai Hing)

https://youtu.be/-qSzP9aReOA

7 HERLAND
Can : Nui Yi Gok
Jane Zhang Liying, Li Ronghao

https://youtu.be/na8Q_1p_wjo

6 YOUTH LIES WITHIN
Can : Ching Chun Jui Liu Shui
Rainie Yang (Yeung Sing Lam)

https://youtu.be/x4s-th4N2og

5 JUST LIKE WIND
Can : Jeung Fung Yut Yeung
Joker Xue (Sit Ji Him)

https://youtu.be/FoFLqVB7jNo

4 YI TANG
Can : Yut Tung
Chris Lee Yuchun

https://youtu.be/ru4t2v9Y3pw

3 OUTSIDE OF
Can : Ji Oi
Eason Chan Yik Shun

https://youtu.be/8Br0EtgPWa0

2 A STATE OF BLISS
Can : Ngor Hung Yuet Fai
Stefanie Sun Yanzi

https://youtu.be/CFxkH0AK3jg

1 LITTLE BIG US
Can : Wai Dai Dik Miu Siu
JJ Lin (Lam Chun Kit)

https://youtu.be/JwjBbWQs71k

For the week ending Sunday January 14 2018

Photos courtesy of Yahoo! Movies Hong Kong

10 WONDER
d. Stephen Chbosky
Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, Jacob Tremblay

9 STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI
d. Rian Johnson
Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Issac, Adam Driver,
Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Domhnall Gleeson, Gwendoline Christie,
Kelly Marie Tran, Lupita Nyong'o, Anthony Daniels, Laura Dern

8 INSIDIOUS: THE LAST KEY
d. Adam Robitel
Lin Shaye, Leigh Whannell, Angus Sampson

7 THE DISASTER ARTIST
d. James Francos
Dave Franco, Seth Rogen, James Franco, Zac Efron, Allison Brie,
Ari Graynor, Josh Hutcherson, Jacki Weaver,

6 JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE
d. Jake Kasdan
Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Har, Karen Gillan

5 DARKEST HOUR
d. Joe Wright
Gary Oldman, Lily James, Kristin Scott Thomas

4 THE GREATEST SHOWMAN
d. Michael Gracey
Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, Michelle Williams, Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya

3 THE COMMUTER
d. Jaume Collet-Serra
Liam Neeson, Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson

2 COCO
d. Lee Unkrich, Adrian Molina
Disney Pixar Animation
English Voices: Anthony Gonzalez, Gael Garcia Bernal, Benjamin Bratt
Cantonese Voices: Andy Hui Chi On, Joey Tang Kin Ming

1 ALONG WITH THE GODS: THE TWO WORLDS
d. Kim Yong-hwa
Cha Tae-hyun, Ha Jung-woo, Do Kyung-soo, Ju Ji-hoon,
Lee Jung-jae, Kim Hyang-gi
Length : 139 mins.
Opening January 11 2018
Trailer : https://youtu.be/xiEnJrJ7gHQ

[ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ]
According to the laws of Afterlife, all deceased must go through 7 trials over 49 days divided into 7 sin categories: betrayal, violence, filial piety, murder, indolence, deceit, and injustice. Once the deceased clears all 7 trials, he can be reincarnated and start a new life. "Mr. Kim Ja-hong, you died as expected without complications." Having died unexpectedly at a scene of fire while trying to save a little girl, firefighter Ja-hong is taken to the purgatory by 3 Afterlife guardians – Kang-lim, Hewonmak and Deok-choon. As the first paragon in 19 years, he must go through 7 trials over 49 days in order to be reincarnated. The 3 guardians were promised of reincarnation as well by King Yeomra, who rules the Afterlife, if they successfully defend 49 souls and do their best defend Ja-hong’s innocence in trials as their 48th client. His journey progresses without a hitch, until his brother Su-hong, who died begrudgingly, has turned into a Vengeful Spirit and begins attacking the Afterlife, thereby interrupting Ja-hong’s trial. Through the course of this battle, hidden facts surrounding Su-hong’s death are uncovered and proof of Ja-hong's innocence is now uncertain. Risking their own fate in the Afterlife, the 3 guardians fight to reincarnate both brothers.

[2018.01.10] FOR THE WEEK ENDING JANUARY 7 2018

[2018.01.10] FOR THE WEEK STARTING JANUARY 6 2018

[2018.01.11] SAMMI CHENG HAS NO MENTAL OBSTACLE ABOUT PLAYING A MOTHER

[2019.01.11] CARINA LAU PLANS TO PRODUCE AGAIN

[2018.01.12] THE 12TH ASIAN FILM AWARDS NOMINATIONS

[2018.01.12] THE MONKEY KING 3 SHOWS OFF HIGH DIFFICULTY SPECIAL EFFECTS

[2018.01.12] SAMMI CHENG PREFERS TO WORK WITH JOSEPH CHANG OVER ANDY HUI

[2018.01.12] VINCENT KOK AND LI RONGHAO MAKE EASON CHAN CRY

[2018.01.12] SIMON YAM STUNS NATALIE TONG

[2018.01.13] STEPHY TANG DENIES GETTING BACK TOGETHER WITH ALEX FONG LIK SUN

[2018.01.13] CHOW YUN FAT SURPRISES ANGIE CHIU WITH A SET VISIT

[2018.01.14] ERIC KWOK LAUGHS LIKE CRAZY

[2018.01.15] CHARMAINE SHEH WAITS TO TORTURE DAYO WONG

[2018.10.15] TWO GREAT MONKEY KINGS AARON KWOK AND HUANG BO PROMOTE MONKEY KING 3

[2018.01.16] 2017 HONG KONG FILM CRITIC SOCIETY AWARDS

[2018.01.17] JOHNSON LEE CALLS IN FAVORS FOR HIS DIRECTING DEBUT

[2018.01.17] EASON CHAN CRIES OVER JEALOUSY OF LI RONGHAO

[2018.01.17] TVB, SHAW AND MEGA VISION TEAM UP FOR TEN SUPER FILM AND TELEVISION PROJECTS

[2018.01.17] FOR THE WEEK STARTING JANUARY 13 2018

[2018.01.17] FOR THE WEEK ENDING JANUARY 14 2018