Chang Chen said he was surprised to be invited to take over as chair of the Golden Horse Film Festival Executive Committee. courtesy of mingpao.com
The Golden Horse Executive Committee announced yesterday that
actor Chang Chen would take over as the chair of the Golden Horse
Executive Committee. The current chair Mark Lee Ping-bing retired
successfully, saying that he took over the chairmanship from director
Ang Lee 4 years ago, adhering to the spirit of maintaining the freedom,
fairness and openness of the Golden Horse, becoming a model in the film
industry, allowing young filmmakers to go to the world. He revealed
that during his tenure, he thought and observed which filmmaker to take
over, hoping that the Golden Horse would maintain innovation and
vitality, and the chairman also needed to be younger. After a long
consideration, his choice was Chang Chen. Ang Lee also supported this
idea. "The Golden Horse load isn't light. I am very happy that Chang
Chen is willing to accept the invitation and take on the important
duty."
Chang Chen said that he watched a Sylvia Chang Ai-chia produce
stage play this summer, which was the result of her years of promoting
the "Gosh Foundation". "I admire Sister Chang (Chang Ai-chia) very much
for her promotion and investment in performance and film and television,
and her uninterrupted enthusiasm and persistence for decades. When
Brother Bing (Lee Ping-bing) invited me to take over the Golden
Horse Chair role, I was very surprised. I never thought I would take
on this role, and I wasn't sure what the chairman's responsibilities
were. Under the explanation of Brother Bing and CEO Wen Tian-Hsiang,
I began to think about whether I would be able to do more for movies
besides acting? The professional Golden Horse team would allow me to
take on this new challenge without any worries. At this moment, the
classic line from "Forrest Gump" comes to my mind: 'Life is like a box
of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get.' I shouldn't
refuse, maybe I should continue to run like Forrest Gump and hope that
the next Golden Horse will still be very Golden Horse."
10 NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DON'T
d. Ruben Fleischer
Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher,
Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt,
Rosamund Pike, Morgan Freeman
9 ROAD TO VENDETTA
Can : Sat Sau #4
Lit : Assassin Number 4
d. La-Ying Njo Kui Ying (Leung Kui Ying)
Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun, Sara Minami, Chu Pak Him, Naoto Takenaka,
Rosa Maria Velasco (Wai Law Sha), Takumi Saitoh, Daniel Hong
Rating : IIB
Length : 108 mins.
Opening September 22 2025 at the Fantastic Fest 2025
Opening November 9 2025 at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival
Opening December 4 2025
Site : https://fantasticfest2025.eventive.org/films/689e035804f969cfc144e61d
Trailer : https://youtu.be/2OfQzbBbNrw
[ 2025 FANTASTIC FEST ]
Within the opening moments of NJO Kui Ying’s visually arresting debut
feature, a visceral fistfight breaks out on the top floor of a Hong
Kong city tram. Bodies hang precariously from the windows in a tangle
of flesh and blood that soon leaves one man dead, while the other
coolly walks away, shrugging off just another day in the life of a
trained assassin. Known only as No. 4, this bleach-blond, stone-faced
killer soon finds himself in Japan, where a seemingly straightforward
assignment quickly spirals into a breathless game of cat-and-mouse
with the Yakuza's deadliest foot soldiers.
No. 4's client, a young woman with a personal vendetta against the
city’s most notorious crime syndicate, ropes him into becoming her
unwitting accomplice in a game of revenge that leaves them both out of
their depth with a bounty on their heads. As their relationship
evolves from professional to personal, they are left with no choice
but to fight side by side if they are to survive the next 72 desperate
hours.
Wearing his influences proudly on his sleeve, first-time director NJO
steers a classic gun-toting tale of heroic bloodshed into a head-on
collision with a sleek, katana-wielding crime story of honour,
betrayal, camaraderie, and vengeance. Drenched in neon and buffed to a
shimmering polish, ROAD TO VENDETTA owes an inescapable debt to the
works of John Woo, Johnnie To, Kinji Fukasaku, and Takashi Miike, even
as it doffs its cap to the Hollywood homages—from KILL BILL to JOHN
WICK—that have forged this path ahead of it. The result is a composed
and enthralling calling card from an emerging new talent, paired with
an agile, unflinching leading man, who together make an unstoppable
pair. (JAMES MARSH)
[ CINEMA CITY ]
In Asia, a mysterious assassin organization operates under the guise
of a noodle shop hidden in a bustling city, serving as a haven for
killers. Assassin No. 4, orphaned at a young age and raised in the
noodle shop, is sent to Japan to eliminate a yakuza boss. However, he
is unexpectedly ambushed by his client, a Japanese girl seeking
revenge. To exact her vengeance, she spares no expense in hiring the
assassin and attempts to enlist No. 4 in her grand revenge plan, only
for their actions to inadvertently provoke a relentless pursuit by the
yakuza, putting both their lives in danger...
8 ETERNITY
d. David Freyne
Elizabeth Olsen, Miles Taylor, Callum Turner
7 ANOTHER WORLD
Can : Sai Oi
d. Tommy Ng Kai Chung
Hong Kong Animation
Cantonese Voices: Kay Tse On Kay, Rosa Velasco (Wai Law Sha),
Tommy Chu Pak Hong
Rating : IIA
Length : 112 mins.
Opening October 22 2025 at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival
Opening October 29 2025
Trailer : https://youtu.be/9Reb_TuaUCM
[ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ]
Tasked to help transient souls through Another World to their
reincarnation, the spirit GUDO meets a young girl called YURI, and
embarks on a dangerous journey to help her overcome her anger and
prevent her curse from destroying the world.
6 KOKUHO
d. Lee Sang-Il
Ryo Yoshizawa, Ryusei Yokohama, Ken Watanabe, Mitsuki Takahata,
Shinobu Terajima, Nana Mori, Ai Mikami, Soya Kurokawa,
Keitatsu Koshiyama, Masatoshi Nagase, Min Tanaka,
Emma Miyazawa, Takahiro Miura, Kyusaku Shimada,
Tateto Serizawa, Nakamura Ganjiro,
Ken Watanabe, Meisa Kuroki,
Rating : IIA
Length : 174 mins.
Opening at October 25th at the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival (10.22-11.09)
Opening November 13 2025
Teaser : https://youtu.be/1V6IPJEF7xg
[ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ]
The world of Kabuki, the elaborately stylised, male Japanese
theatrical tradition, is the setting for director Lee Sang-il's epic
melodrama of artistic ambition, rivalry and betrayal. It is an
adaptation of a bestseller by Shuichi Yoshida, and weaves in stunning
stagings of classic Kabuki tales that wowed audiences at Cannes
Directors' Fortnight. In 1960s Nagasaki, after the death of his yakuza
father, gifted teenager Kikuo is taken under the wing of famed Kabuki
actor Hanjiro Hanai, even though the great performer already has a
son, Shunsuke, who has dedicated his life to the art. Over fifty
years, the relationship of the two disciples entwines and twists, and
their hearts suffer as much yearning, glory and downfall as their on-
stage alter-egos.
5 FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S 2
d. Emma Tammi
Josh Hutcherson, Elizabeth Lail, Piper Rubio, Freddy Carter,
Theodus Crane, Wayne Knight
4 WICKED:FOR GOOD
d. Jon M. Chu
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey,
Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Colman Domingo,
Michelle Yeoh (Yeung Chi King), Jeff Goldblum
3 GOLDEN BOY
Can : Gum Tung
d. Joe Chan Wai Koon
Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Eric Tsang Chi Wai,
Lam Suet, Tommy Chu Pak Hong, Rosa Velasco (Wai Law Sha),
Leander Lau Ho Lan, Gladys Li Ching Kwan, Doughboy,
Mars Cheung Wing Fat, Lawrence Cheng Tan Shui,
Anna Ueyama, Ben Yuen Fu Wah,
Ali Lee Kai Sum, Ruby Lam Yin Ling
Rating : IIB
Length : 92 mins.
Opening November 21 2025
Teaser : https://youtu.be/DyDNYvo07-M
[ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ]
A decade ago, Cheung Lek was the brightest rising boxing star—known
as "Golden Boy" -- until a tragic incident stripped him of his
freedom. Ten years later, released from prison, he comes face to
face with Fong Yuen, the son he has never met. To claim the
inheritance left by Fong Yuen's mother, Cheung must learn to live
with and take care of the boy. Thrust into fatherhood and
confronted by past regrets, Cheung's life is turned upside down
once more. Through conflict and gradual reconciliation with his
son, he begins to understand his true purpose. Confronting the
ghosts of his past, Cheung decides to return to the ring—not only
to reclaim his dream, but to become the role model his son
deserves.
2 UNDER CURRENT
AKA : THE OUTSIDER
Can : Noi Mok
Lit : Inside Information
d. Alan Mak Siu Fai
Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Simon Yam Tat Wa,
Francis Ng Chun Yu, Alex Fong Chung Shun,
Niki Chow Lai Kei, Kathy Yuen (Tong Yee), Gladys Lee Ching Kwan,
Chan Kwok Bong, Lok Ying Kwan, Geng Changjun, Max Cheung Tat Lun
Rating : IIB
Length : 115 mins.
Opening December 4 2025
Trailer : https://youtu.be/DjrztEMjKMo
[ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ]
A renowned charity foundation is holding its annual charity party.
It's a glamourous meeting of the foundation's friends, associates and
the city's most elite socialites. Just as foundation chairman Ko
Shing-man is about to give his annual speech to the attendees, Yeung
To -- the foundation's chief financial officer -- suddenly hangs to
his death on the stage.
As suspicions surround Yeung's death, rumors of a missing $200 million
charitable donation begin to run rampant, attracting the attention of
the masses. The mystery brings barrister Ma Ying-fung and police
officer Orr Ting-bong together as they form a temporary partnership to
uncover the truth behind the foundation's dealings. Can they expose
all the dark truths behind the foundation's wrongdoings and restore
justice?
[ THE FILM CATALOGUE ]
A foundation's chief financial officer is hang to his death on the
stage during the annual charity party. As suspicions surround his
death, rumors of a missing $200 million charitable donation begin
to run rampant, attracting the attention of the masses...
1 ZOOTOPIA 2
d. Jared Bush, Byron Howard
Disney Animation
English Voices: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman,
Ke Huy Quan, Fortune Feimster, David Strathairn, Shakira,
Michelle Yeoh (Yeung Chi King), Jeff Goldblum
Idris Elba, Patrick Warburton, Quinta Brunson, Danny Trejo,
Alan Tudyk, Nate Torrence, Don Lake, Bonnie Hunt, Jenny Slate
Cantonese Voices: Dayo Wong Tze Wah, Joey Yung Cho Yee,
Fish Liew Chi Yu, Jennifer Yu Heung Ying,
Marf Yau Yin Tung, Serrini
Josephine Ng (Chu Fun), Rik Ching Yan Fu, Hero Yuen Ching Fung,
Aaryn Cheung Ming Wai, Annise Hui Yi Yung,
Kwanmoon, Kaka Wan Ka Yuk
The late Liu Kai Chi appeared on the BACK TO THE PAST ensemble poster
Louis Koo and Raymond Lam perform the new version of the theme song THE HIGHEST DESTINY
Michael Miu and Bai Baihe take part in BACK TO THE PAST courtesy of mingpao.com
The Louis Koo Tin Lok and Raymond Lam starred movie BACK
TO THE PAST (CHUM CHUN GEI) would open on December 31st, continuing the
story of the 2001 TVB drama A STEP INTO THE PAST with Koo Tin Lok as the
producer. Aside from some of the returning original cast members, new
characters have also been added like mainland actor Bai Baihe, Michael
Miu Kiu Wai, Louis Cheung Kai Chung, Kevin Chu Kam Yin and Timmy Hung
Tin Ming. Yesterday, the film company released the BACK TO THE PAST
poster and the video of Koo Tin Lok and Lam Fung recording the theme
song "The Highest Destiny". Dick Liu Kai Chi appeared in one of his
final films BACK TO THE PAST's ensemble poster, and "Dr. Wu" was placed
in the front row of the poster to pay tribute to his contributions to
the series and movies.
The movie poster featuring the full lineup of BACK TO THE PAST
was released yesterday. Passed away in 2021 due to stomach cancer, Liu
Kai Chi reprised his series role "Dr. Wu" and was place in the front
row on the poster in honor of his contributions to both the series and
the movie. The internet have been buzzing about the poster design: the
giant landscape in the background symbolizes the ultimate destiny across
more than 2,000 years, while the contrast between Koo Tin Lok's "Hong
Siu Lung" in his 'SDU' combat suit and Lam Fung's "King of Qin" in
traditional costume highlighted the core conflict between the two
characters. At the bottom of the poster, multiple actors were displayed
horizontally, showcasing characters from both ancient and modern times
in cameo appearances. Some online noted geometric shapes such as
squares, circles, triangles, and hexagons marking certain characters,
speculating that they might carry special meaning.
Koo Tin Lok originally performed the TV series theme song "The
Highest Destiny" for A STEP INTO THE PAST, while the movie theme song is
a newly arranged duet version between Koo Tin Lok and Lam Fung. Koo Tin
Lok mentioned that singing with Lam Fung this time felt very different
from his solo performance back then, describing it as a completely new
experience. Lam Fung said that singing "The Highest Destiny" with boss
Koo Tin Lok at a previous Hong Kong Coliseum concert served as a kind of
warm-up for their current recording. "This time we, of course, take it
more seriously; it’s been rearranged. Even this is still a warm-up, a
warm-up duet with the boss. We hope to continue having songs that
belong to us, preferably with some dance moves as well."
Many viewers said that hearing the prelude of "The Highest
Destiny" gives them goosebumps. Koo Tin Lok stated, "The phrase 'The
Highest Destiny' represents a mission. Even though they say there is no
'highest' in this world, we strive to achieve our best. It's like
making BACK TO THE PAST, during which we encountered many difficulties
but overcame them one by one." Lam Fung hoped that the new version
would keep the original horse neigh at the beginning, saying, "That
horse neigh is a collective memory!" Koo Tin Lok immediately promised,
"We'll add it back for you!" The new version of "The Highest Destiny"
retained the horse neigh prelude as homage to the original.
The music video for "The Highest Destiny" featured numerous
important characters making their debut. Besides the original cast Hong
Siu Lung (Koo Tin Lok), King of Qin Chiu Poon (Lam Fung), Wu Ting Fong
(Jessica Hsuan), Kam Ching (Sonija Kwok Sin Nei), Sin Yau (Joyce Tang
Lai Ming), Tung Yik (Wong Man Piu), "General Tao" Tao Fang (Jimmy Au
Shui Wai), and Lee Si (Chan Kwok Bong), it also introduced several new
characters for the first time, including Galie (Bai Baihe), Ken (Miu Kiu
Wai), Rock (Chueng Kai Chung), Max (Wu Yue), Phil (Hung Tin Ming), Man
Song (Fish Liew Chi Yu), and Man Leung (Calvin Choi Yat Chi).
Jeffrey Ngai (second left) returns to Hong Kong to thank the audience and share his production experience courtesy of on.cc
After completing the Malaysian promotional campaign for his
lead in a Hong Kong action movie ROAD TO VENDETTA (SAT SAU #4) a few
days ago, Jeffrey Ngai hun Sun returned to Hong Kong with the
director and producer for audience appreciation activities over the
weekend. Aside from asking questions from the audience, Jeffrey even
ran up and down to come into close contact with the audience and put
his friendliness thoroughly on display. He also shared that the most
unforgettable for him was filming in Japan in below zero degrees Celsius
temperature, but he was particularly moved to see the work released and
thanked the director for choosing him as the male lead.
At one of the audience appreciation screenings, the director's
artist friend Dominic Ho Ho Man showed up to support him. He even
turned into a viewer to ask a lot of professional questions, and then
laughed and asked Jeffrey if he was satisfied with the lead actress and
sent the audience into an uproar. Jeffrey was quite good at playing
along and said with a smile, "As long as the director is satisfied, I am
fine! Actually working with the lead actress is a lot of fun."
Philip Ng reveals that Vanness Wu screams "Are you kidding?" after reading reports about him courtesy of on.cc
Philip Ng Wan Lung and former Hong Kong soccer players Leslie
George Santos and Au Wai Lun the night before went to enjoy the new
film PASS AND GOAL (YIK JUEN SEUNG BOON CHEUNG), and shared their
viewing experience after the show. Actors in the film Rachel Leung
Yung Ting, Peter Chan Charm Man and young actors also came to thank
the audience.
Mg Wan Lung praised PASS AND GOAL for being passionate and
inspirational, because he has always liked movies about sports and
played soccer in high school. Rarely had the opportunity to work
with young actors in past films, Ng Wan Lung laughed and said that
the one he has worked with most was probably "Fish Ball Girl" in
TWILIGHT OF THE WARRIORS: WALLED IN (GAU LUNG SING JAI). However
they have yet to share a scene. Once a elementary school teacher
before entering the industry, Ng Wan Lung said, "I have taught
children design, and been very popular with students. They would
also ask me to play soccer during breaks, maybe because my subject
is less stressful."
Speaking of Vannes Wu (Ng Kin Ho) being accused of sudden weight
loss, Ng Wan Lung as his friend told everyone not to worry. "Relax, he
is much bigger than me. His biceps are powerful, it's just a matter of
the angle in the photo." Ng Wan Lung said that after a friend forwarded
the relevant report to Ng Kin Ho, he was "furious" and wanted to
clarify. He said, "After reading it, he said, 'Are you kidding, I'm so
huge'. The next day he posted on social networks to clarify." Ng Wan
Lung said that he had dinner with Ng Kin Ho more than a month ago and
did not think anything unusual; he was also very healthy and preparing
for a concert.
Deliberating making the trip to thank the audience, Chan Charm
Man and Leung Yung Ting said that the movie would be released during
the Christmas period. They hoped that the audience would be able to
feel the joy and enthusiasm from the film and bring positive energy to
everyone. Although the strength of movie releases in the same period
is not bad, Chan Charm Man said that no comparison should be made
because everyone would have different genres. Leung Yung Ting also
left the box office to its own devices because actors would not be
able to control it. She would just look forward to thanking everyone
at the theater during Christmas. In the film Leung Yung Ting played
a mother. She laughed and said that fortunately other child actors
accepted her as an aunt and were willing to chat with her. They
also let her know about things that children were concerned about
now so she would not be out of touch.
Chen Charm Man served as a judge for a talent show, but was
criticized online for his poor comments and magnifying the small flaws
of the contestants. The comments have not upset Chan Charm Man, who
instead described it as a very wonderful journey. He said, "Actually
I have praised the contestants, but due to the limited length of the
program airing them all would be impossible. In addition I don't have
a social platform myself, so I didn't know people were putting me on
trial in public until my brother." Studied at the Performing Arts
Academy of Hong Kong, he admitted that the comments he received in
school were even harsher. His comments on the contestants were not
so lethal, but he would improve them in the future or smile more when
commenting.
Aaron Kwok supports Alex Fong Chung Shun in the Best Supporting Actor race
Niki Chow, Chan Kwok Bong and Kathy Yuen are ready to celebrate Christmas with their families courtesy of on.cc
Aaron Kwok and Alex Fong Chung Shun go to thank the audience of UNDER CURRENT at cinemas
Niki Chow after learning that Alex Fong Lik Sun has become a father has already sent messages to share things he should pay attention to as a parent courtesy of mingpao.com
The movie UNDER CURRENT (NOI MOK) has been released in Hong Kong
for a week, becoming the box office champion of Chinese films for seven
consecutive days. Director Alan Mak Siu Fai, producer Tin Kai Man,
actors Aaron Kwok Fu Sing (Sing Sing), Alex Fong Chung Shun, Niki Chow
Lai Kei, etc. went to the theater yesterday to thank the audience.
Yesterday everyone had to visit 6 screenings in a row, which Sing Sing
still felt that were not enough. He joked that visiting 6 performances
were too few; of course the more the audiences met and thanked, the
better. As for Sing Sing's injury while filming an action scene, he
emphasized that he is used to hard work as an actor. He would not
complain at home as he would not want his family to worry.
Speaking of the good box office results of UNDER in Hong Kong,
Sing Sing and Fong Chung Shun thanked the audience for their support.
Sing Sing said that his hard work into performing the action scenes has
not been in vain and it would even be worth getting injured for. Sing
Sing Sing said that in the film he shot fight scenes for seven days in a
row, especially on the first day of work when he performed a 360 degree
mid air kick on wires. Because he and the stunt coordinator were very
demanding and he has never tried this stunt before, finally he took more
than ten takes to succeed and was hurt. "Because the waist pad was
out of place, my ribs were injured when hanging on wires. However the
overall situation was the main focus, so I had to endure it and continue
to work. I filmed for a week." In the film Sing Sing was also choked
by iron chains. He and German Cheung Man Kit were filming fight scenes
and were injured all over. Sing Sing replied, "We wouldn't talk about
it. We wouldn't say anything like 'Wow, it really hurts' when filming.
We wouldn't do it deliberately, no need to worry our families. We are
used to hard work as an actor." Has his wife already supported him? He
said that they would watch it together today, but he did not know which
theater he would see everyone. He would not wear a hat or disguise
himself, as they would go to the movies normally as a family. With
Christmas approaching, Sing Sing revealed that he was going to Chongqing
to hold a concert countdown. However he would have a rare day off on
Christmas, this year he added a daughter and the home became more lively
with three children. He laughed and said, "It's a home of Goddesses! I
will continue to dress up as Santa Claus and distribute gifts this
year!"
Fong Chung Shun might not take his wife Kayan Mok to watch the
movie, because his wife has been busy with business recently. She had
to fly to Beijing, leaving him to take care of his daughter. He also
believed that his daughter would not understand the film, so he had no
intention of taking her to see it. However his daughter has never seen
his treachery from the film at home. Speaking of director Mak Siu Fai's
optimism that he would win the Best Supporting Actor Award at the Hong
Kong Film Awards for his villainous role, Fong Chung Shun said that
every actor would do his best to play the role well, and he has also
done his duty. Sing Sing immediately said, "I too pick you to win!"
Fong Chung Shun said, "I have been acting for decades, let's see if fate
has come!"
Participated in UNDER CURRENT, Chow Lai Kei, Tong Yee and Chan
Kwok Bong were happy to learn that the movie was successful at the box
office. As for what benefits they would give to the audience, Tong Yee
smiled and said that it would depend on what "brother" and "sister"
would do and she would follow. Christmas is approaching, Chow Lai Kei
said that she would stay in Hong Kong to consume, which would also be a
simple meal with her family; Tong Yee revealed that her family of three
would too celebrate Christmas in Hong Kong, since her bakery business
would be busier during the holidays. Would her daughter help? She
joked that she could not employ child labor, but her daughter would
greet the guests.
In addition, speaking of Alex Fong Lik Sun (Siu Fong) becoming a
father and posting photos from his daughter's birth on social platforms,
his friend Chow Lai Kei laughed and pointed out that the baby girl looks
just like Siu Fong, the "female version Fong Lik Sun" who is very cute.
However she thought that the baby's appearance would change quickly,
usually the daughter would look like the father while the son would look
like the mother. Everyone joked that the daughter would be better off
resembling Mama. Chan Kwok Bong immediately laughed and said, "Chan
Chun (daughter) is like me, what's the problem? Even my wife says that,
haha!" Chow Lai Kei also smiled and said, "My son also looks like me,
but my husband denies it. However the child's appearance will change,
so Siu Fong doesn't have to worry." She also pointed out that she co-
starred with Siu Fong and Daniel Chan Hiu Tung in the drama FEEL 100%
(BAK FUN BAK GUM GOK), the leads of which have their own families and
children. Any reunion would depends on their schedules.
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