Tai Kwun Movie Steps (May – June 2023): “Departures”

EVENT DESCRIPTION

Segueing from the film programme on “Arrivals” in March and April, six Hong Kong films rooted in the theme of “Departures” will be featured in May and June. The visual voyage travels through the Mainland, Africa, Canada, Italy, the United States, to Vietnam, addressing the issues of adjusting to foreign countries and cultural conflicts with the unique diasporic sensibility of Hong Kong people.

The six films in the programme encompass a variety of dramatic elements including action, comedy, realism and tragedy. Recalling crucial moments for Hong Kong people under diverse geographical settings, the films remain as relevant as ever while offering new insight into the past.