William Shum invites Yuen Biao to promote in Japan
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Yuen Biao earlier went to Tokyo, Japan to attend a press
conference for a new watch that commemorated the 45th anniversary of
Bruce Lee's passing. Yuen Biao attended in a Chinese suit and even had
an exchange with "mini Bruce Lee" Ryusei Imai. When they posed for a
duel, Yuen Biao put his hand together and beg for mercy. Was this the
first time Yuen Biao met Ryusei? He said that earlier he watched his
video online. "I felt he definitely would become a success in the
future, a Japanese successor in the martial art and kung fu world."
Later, Yuen Biao performed with a wooden man, but when he started he
realized that he was wearing a watch. He took it off in a hurry and
continued the performance.
After over 20 years without a public appearance in Japan, Yuen
Biao remained just as popular. Fans flocked to him for autographs and
photos as soon as he got out of his vehicle. One fan even personally
drew an artwork of his past characters. He came to work for 4 or 5 days,
which reminded him of singing Japanese songs in Nippon Budokan when he
was younger.
In addition, Yuen Biao revealed that he was busy with the Seven
Little Fortunes movie preparation. "Because next year would be the 60th
anniversary of the 'Seven Little Fortunes', actually at our 50th
anniversary we already thought about making this movie to tell Hong Kong,
China and even the world how we learned kung fu when we were little and
how we overcame hardship. We would tell children not to give up, to
have confidence and determination." Speaking of working with Bruce Lee
when he was younger, he admitted that he was his idol. The chance of
working with him was truly a honor. He continued, "The luckiest part
about working with him was, first was standing next to him, and second
was him kicking me into the air."
Girls surround Louis Koo and sing POPULAR THIS WEEK courtesy of on.cc
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Joey Yung plays a teacher
Louis Koo makes an appearance, but neither dance nor sing
Joey Yung leads a song and dance number
Deep Ng, Louis Koo, Sam Lee, Ling Man Lung and Deon Cheung play robbers
Director Fung Chi Keung and producer Derek Yee pose in front of the million dollar jewelry store set
Cherry Ngan and Philip Keung plays cops in a fire fight with Louis Koo
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The Louis Koo Tin Lok, Philip Keung Ho Man, Cherry Ngan
Cheuk Ling, Louis Cheung Kai Chung starred new film A WITNESS OUT OF THE
BLUE (FAN JUI YIN CHEUNG) yesterday held a police chase scene at a
Jordan store. The team spent seven figures and two months to construct
a real 3000 foot jewelry store set. The team has been working in the
fake jewelry store. Due to how real the environment was, some pedestrians
thought it was a real jewelry store and entered to shop.
Playing a robber, Koo Tin Lok said that the new film has already
been in production for a month. Yesterday's police chase scene was the
opening for the film. Later a big slaughter scene will be shot. In
addition the team rented a store for an explosion scene. Was a chase
scene in the heat particularly tough? Goo Jai said, "Indoors with air
conditioning it's okay, because the new film takes place in the winter I
even have to wear coats and leather jackets. It's pretty tough."
Goo Jai said that now he has three new films in production at the
same time. Earlier he worked on exterior shots under 35 or 36 degree
Celsius heat and also had a heat stroke. Another new film required him
to be in a car chase. Would he confuse his characters? Goo Jai said, "No,
because we would work on one film for several days I am able to adjust.
The night before I would study and finish my analysis. When the shoot
takes place I can remind myself which character I am playing."
Charmaine Sheh Sze Man was rumored to have signed with Koo Tin
Lok's company. Goo Jai as usual said that the question should be
directed to Ah Sheh's management company. Goo Jai said, "Ah Sheh is a
top television star. I have worked with her before. She of course has
the potential to be able to make movies." An advertiser used Goo Jai's
POPULAR THIS WEEK dance as draw, but in the commercial he could not be
seen dancing. Goo Jai said, "I danced, maybe it was cut. Actually I just
moved a little because I didn't rehearse. It wasn't the choreography
before either. I was just guest starring."
Playing cops, Keung Ho Man and Ngan Cheuk Ling said that they
had to shoot in the fake jewelry store for 6 days. For her first crime
film, Cherry was very excited about being to able to hold a gun. She
often asked Hak Jai about the correct way to hold a gun. She also did
not imagine how heavy the gun was. She had to use a lot of energy to
be able to cock it. Hak Jai also happily said that he could play a cop
again. He said that everyone thought that he often played cops.
Actually he counted how many times on his hand. Hak Jai said, "I am the
happiest about being able to shoot a gun and drive fast. I can even
drive in the opposite direction of traffic, but because we didn't apply
for a full road block I have to be very careful with my marks to reduce
to the risk to its lowest."
Jennifer Yu is taking diving lessons but all her classmates are teenagers courtesy of singtao.com
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Jennifer Yu Heung Yi, Kaki Shum Ka Kei, director Jevons Au
Man Kit two nights ago attended the film DISTINCTION (FEI TUNG FAN HEUNG)
advanced screening. Yu Heung Yi said that in the film he and Kaki Shum
played secondary school students and was reminded her own rebellious
period in elementary school. She said, "Mama was working so I would sneak
out to play. I got my sister to lie as I told her to say I was asleep;
finally in secondary school I started to study." She pointed out that
her mother was considered open minded as she did not object to her having
a boyfriend in school. She said, "My first love was in form 3!" Yu
Heung Yi said that she sold burgers for a summer job. Kaki Shum revealed
that at 14 he already made take out deliveries on a bicycle for pocket
money.
Jennifer Yu's slap scene ends up on the cutting room floor
Cecilia Yip has the support of Sharon Teng
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The Jennifer Yu Heung Yi and Cecilia Yip Tung starred new
film DISTINCTION (FEI TUNG FAN HEUNG) was invited to be the 2nd Hong
Kong Kids' International Film Festival opening film. Two nights ago
the film festival held its opening ceremony and premiere. In the film Yip
Tung and Yu Heung Yi played mother and daughter, bringing out modern
parents' educational method for children, dream pursuit and value.
Playing a secondary school student Yu Heung Yi praised Yip Tung's mighty
presence, as she easily brought her in character. The slap scene was
unforgettable. She said, "In the scene Yip Tung yelled at me very meanly,
it was my first scene of being slapped. Before the shoot she was
deliberately serious and stated that she would really slap but watch her
strength. When she slapped for the first time, I was crying from the
pain. We did 8 takes. The director even asked me if I could try other
reactions, whch I felt was not necessary." Finally that slap scene was
cut. Yu Heung Yi hoped that the director would give her a copy.
Yip Tung also mentioned this slap scene and had nothing but
praised for Yu Heung Yi. "She is a new comer with a lot of potential.
Her performance in a previous film was very wild. This time as a school
girl she also performed very well. She had a lot of talent and quite a
future." Yip Tung recalled at age 16 during her summer vacation, her
then boyfriend and now husband Chan Kwok Fun signed her to a three year
contract to make movies. Because her family was very protective of her,
they objected to her joining the show business and almost disowned her.
Finally she got her wish. Yip Tung said that she got into the business
out of the blue, feeling that people's experience was very strange. If
she missed the opportunity then her life would be different.
Busy with his new film IP MAN 4, Donnie Yen Chi Tan
yesterday celebrated his 55th birthday. The team celebrated in advanced
with him while shooting on location in England. He even posted the photos
on social media and said that to be able to celebrate a birthday on the
set was fate. He also remembered his wife and children as he hoped to be
able to celebrate with them on the actual day. "Although I hope I will be
able to spend tomorrow with wife Cissy and the children, today is IP MAN
4's final production day in England. Here it is only the 26th, but I
still thank the team for celebrating my birthday in advance. Actually
over the 36 years in show business, countless birthdays were on the set!
All the seasons on the set is destiny between film and me, as well as
the audience and me! I am grateful."
Julian Cheung Chi Lam in the film L STORM (L FUNG BO)
played a stained teeth Filipino as he negotiated with criminals. In the
film Cheung Chi Lam played the chief inspector of the intelligence
division. He disguised himself as Filipino to investigate a case
undercover, with fake stained teeth and tattoos. He had to pretend to
need money laundering and came in contact with criminal organization
mastermind Liu Kai Chi and Louis Cheung Kai Chung. Cheung Chi Lam was
very pleased with his look and said that it would bring the audience a
sense of freshness. He did not mind playing ugly, as an actor should
have greater range to be entertaining.
Justin Cheung has no awkwardness with old flame Kelly Chan
Chan Wai Man and his 5 year old grandson
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The film TIN DOH YAU CHING SHUI YUET (HEAVENLY ROAD:
FRIENDSHIP AGE) two nights ago held a press conference. Actors Carrie Ng
Ka Lai, Richard Ng Yiu Hon, Carl Ng Ka Lung, Justin Cheung Kin Sing,
Kelly Chan Ka Lei and Eric Kwok Wai Leung attendd. Producer, director
and actor Chan Wai Man even brought his son and five year old grandson.
Chan Wai Man revealed that this time he would direct with Wong Lung Wai.
He only hoped that the film would not lose money so he would be able to
answer to investors. He never thought about making a big profit. Chan
Wai Man for now has not thought about letting his grandson act, since h
was afraid that he was too little to. Ng Ka Lai said that if children
were energetic enough, five year old could be a child star. Ka Lai
revealed that she and Chan Wai Man have known each other for ten years
and worked together on many movies. Thus this film when she was invited
she agreed without even asking about the salary. Chan Wai Man also
praised Ka Lai for her loyalty. The big sister in the film was the most
suitable for her to play.
Former couple Chan Ka Lei and Cheung Kin Sing were interviewed
together. Cheung Kin Sing called her "Miss Chan". Kelly said that in
the film she had more scenes with Emme Wong Yee Man, but she had no idea
who Cheung Kin Sing would work with. Cheung Kin Sing said that he was
planning and participating in the screenplay. He was a chore boy. As
for Ka Lei's social media video receiving a heart from Cheung Kin Sing,
were they already back together? Ka Lei said, "Lately I have been busy
with acting lessons, I haven't paid attention to the interaction on social
media so I don't know that he sent a heart!" Cheung Kin Sing followed,
"As long as the photo is pretty I would like it!" Were they already back
together? He said, "I will take it naturally. People would always have
moments when they get lost. I will worry about the future when it comes!"
Ka Lei added, "We are friends. Experience is a process. As an actor you
have to have experience to be able to act well!"
10 TRUTH OR DARE
d. Jeff Wadlow
Lucy Hale, Tyler Posey, Violett Beane,
Hayden Szto, Landon Liboiron
9 WHAT A WONDERFUL FAMILY! 3: MY WIFE, MY LIFE
d. Yoji Yamada
Isao Hashizume, Masahiko Nishimura,
Yui Natsukawa, Kazuko Yoshiyuki,
Rating : I
Length : 123 mins.
Opening July 19 2018
Trailer : https://youtu.be/EFcuVq6RZiM
[ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ]
Fumie lives in a three-generational household with her two growing sons, her husband Konosuke, and his parents. One afternoon, a thief breaks into the house and steals a sum of money she kept hidden in the refrigerator! Konosuke’s insensitive negation of her daily struggle to complete all the household tasks dumped in her lap sets off an explosion of her pent-up anger and frustration. She walks out on the family, leaving them to do everything for themselves! Konosuke's mother Tomiko is ill, so his father Shuzo takes on the unfamiliar tasks of cleaning, washing clothes, and cooking, but this doesn't last long. The Hiratas finally come to understand and appreciate the sheer volume of work that Fumie was coping with every day on their behalf, but there is still no sign she will ever come back. This calls for an emergency family conference! Is the Hirata family on the verge of permanent collapse this time?!
8 UNCLE DREW
d. Charles Stone III
Kyrie Irving, Lil Rel Howery, Shaquille O'Neal, Chris Webber,
Reggie Miller, Nate Robinson, Lisa Leslie, Erica Ash, JB Smoov,
Mike Epps, Tiffany Haddish, Nick Kroll
7 BROTHER OF THE YEAR
Can : Dai Lo Hor Yi Tui For Ma?
Lit : Can Big Brother Be Returned?
d. Witthaya Thongyooyong
Sunny Suwanmethanont, Nichkhun Horvejkul, Yaya (Urassaya Sperbund)
Rating : IIA
Length : 123 mins.
Opening June 21 2018
Trailer : https://youtu.be/M5EEpCt5mfs
[ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ]
Ever since they were kids until now, Chut and Jane have fought over everything. It’s all because Jane acts more like his mother than his sister and Chut likes to make himself a burden instead of being an older brother. The only time Chut acts like an older brother is when someone shows interest in Jane. Chut will bully her admirers into leaving her alone and considers this as pay back. This is the reason why Jane has to keep her relationship with Moji, her perfect half-Japanese boyfriend, a secret from Chut. Jane doesn't want her relationship to be destroyed at the hands of Chut, like every other one before. However, love isn't something to be kept a secret, and in the end, Chut finds out about Jane and Moji's secret relationship. A great brother like Chut will do everything in his power to put a stop to anything that makes his little sister happy! A romantic comedy by the production team of BAD GENIUS, it surpassed the gross box office of BAD GENIUS in only 1 week in Thailand.
6 JURASSIC WORLD: FALLEN KINGDOM
d. J.A. Bayona
Bryce Dallas Howard, Chris Pratt
5 HOUSE OF THE RISING SONS
Can : Hing Dai Ban
Lit : Brother Class
d. Anthony Chan Yau
Tan Yu Tian, Eugene Tang (Ka Lok), Ng Hok Him,
Carlos Chan Ka Lok, Lam Yiu Sing, Jonathan Wong Chee Hynn,
Chin Siu Ho, Kara Wai Ying Hung, Liu Kai Chi,
Simon Yam Tat Wa, Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling)
Kenny Bee (Chung Chun To), Alan Tam Wing Lun, Bennett Pang Kin Sun,
Danny Yip Chi Keung, Anthony Chan Yau, Nat Chan Pak Cheung,
Rating : IIA
Length : 100 mins.
Opening July 2 2018 at the New York Asian Film Festival
Opening July 19 2018
Trailer : https://youtu.be/bPD5GLZFh3s
[ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ]
"A legend for the ages, a brotherhood with a new sound was born..." This story follows six young men as they chase their dreams of making music. Based on a true story, this was a time when music was at its very finest. These six young men discover their passion for life and music through this emotional and raw journey to eventually become...The Wynners.
4 SHOPLIFTERS
Can : Siu Tau Ga Jeuk
Lit : Petty Theif Clan
d. Hirokazu Koreeda
Lily Franky, Ando Sakura, Matsuoka Mayu,
Kiki Kilin, Kairi Jyo, Sasaki Miyu
Rating : IIB
Length : 121 mins.
Opening July 5 2018 (Advanced Screenings)
Trailer : https://youtu.be/wgdtwIzWMW8
[ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ]
After one of their shoplifting sessions, Osamu and his son come across a little girl in the freezing cold. At first reluctant to shelter the girl, Osamu's wife agrees to take care of her after learning of the hardships she faces. Although the family is poor, barely making enough money to survive through petty crime, they seem to live happily together until an unforeseen incident reveals hidden secrets, shaking the bonds that unite them... Winner of Cannes Palm d’OR, Kore-eda reaffirms himself as one of the world's best auteurs with this heartbreaking drama about a different kind of crime family.
3 ANT-MAN AND THE WASP
d. Peyton Reed
Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michael Pena,
Walter Goggins, Hannah John-Kamen,
Michelle Pfeiffer, Laurence Fishburn, Michael Douglas,
2 SKYSCRAPER
d. Rawson Marshall Thurber
Dwayne Johnson, Neve Campbell,
1 INCREDIBLES 2
d. Brad Bird
Disney/Pixar Animation
English Voices: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Samuel L. Jackson
Cantonese Voices: Miriam Yeung Chin Wa, Real Ting Chi Ko
Veteran musician Leon Ko Sai Chiang's interpretation of
film scores as a musical, THE AMAZING FILMPHONY, earlier came in an end.
This time he worked with the Hong Kong Sinfonietta on classic music from
PERHAPS LOVE (YU GOR OI), THE WARLORD (TAU MING JONG), MONSTER HUNT, THE
GREAT MAGICIAN (DAI MOR SHOOK SI), MR. CINEMA (LO GONG JING JUEN) and
drew many celebrities like Hacken Lee Hak Kun, Alica Lau Nga Lai, Connie
Chan Bo Chu and Dexter Yang Tin King.
This time Leon used film score to connect the stage. He not only
asked four outstanding stage actors Jarita Wan Cheuk Yin, Margaret Cheung
Kwok Wing, Jordan Cheng Kwan Chi and Rick Lau Wing Hung to perform but
also personally performed one of the songs YOU LOVE ME. He said that he
has always been behind the scene and rarely performed on camera. However
this time he performed because a few parts would be easier to grasp the
expression if he performed himself. He was unusually nervous. Even the
conductor Yip Wing Sie joked that Leon's face would turn red from just
saying a few more words.
After the performance, Leon would take a break and joked that he
would sleep to relieve his stress. In the past he was too focused
on work and often worked until the middle of the night, the next day he
would have to get up early. Now he has learned that health would be the
most important.
Series star Vanness Wu speaks up for Lam Suk Ching courtesy of on.cc
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Female director Lam Suk Ching earlier issued a statement
and claimed while shooting a Mainland series in Haikou she was sexually
assaulted and almost raped by a Mainland pilot in training. Afterward,
the Haikou police also expressed on its official blog that it would
further investigate the matter as a felony and that the suspect was
already in police custody. Director Lam two nights ago issued a second
statement in regard to the sexual assault. In it she thanked everyone
for their concern, the Hong Kong Federation of Film Workers and the Hong
Kong Film Directors' Guild for their support, as well as Tin Kai Man,
Andrew Lau Wai Keung and Stanley Kwan Kam Peng for their assistance. She
said that because the case was under investigation she was not at liberty
to reveal the details.
Sam Hui Koon Kit and Alan Tam Wing Lun will perform 11
shows at the Hong Kong Coliseum starting on August 5th. Like before, they
urged good friends and fans to make donations in lieu of flowers to the
charity organization Healthy Hong Kong to help seniors in need receive
free Chinese medical services and treatment; the names of all donors
will be posted on the appreciation board instead of the sea of flowers at
the venue to express their gratitude. Hui Koon Kit and Alan felt that
this was a win win situation. Flowers usually would only last a few days,
after they wilted they would become trash. If the money went to charity
instead it was both environmental protection and helping those in need.
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