Made in Hong Kong

The Midnight After

Dir: Fruit Chan
Orig Story: Mr. Pizza's Lost on a Red Mini Bus to Taipo
Scrs: Chan Fai-hung, Kong Ho-yan (aka Mr. Pizza), Fruit Chan
Prod Cos: Golden Scene, The Film Development Fund of Hong Kong, Sun Entertainment Culture
Cast: Simon Yam, Wong You-nam, Janice Man, Kara Hui, Lam Suet
2014 | Colour | DCP | Cantonese | Chi & Eng Subtitles | 120min

Fruit Chan’s The Midnight After is a gripping blend of sci-fi, fantasy, and suspense, infused with the unique essence of Hong Kong. Adapted from the wildly popular online serial novel Lost on a Red Mini Bus to Taipo by Mr. Pizza, the film presents the city through a lens distinct from any other title in contemporary Hong Kong cinema.

The story begins with 16 strangers boarding a red minibus bound for Tai Po. After passing through the Lion Rock Tunnel, they find themselves in an eerie, deserted Hong Kong—everyone else has vanished. With no mobile signal and an unsettling silence enveloping the city, the passengers must navigate a series of bizarre and deadly events. As the group dwindles, the survivors become determined to unravel the terrifying mystery that binds them together.

Featuring iconic Hong Kong landmarks and grassroots locales—from speeding minibuses to local bistros—The Midnight After resonates with those familiar with the city beyond its bustling business districts. With a touch of dark humour, Chan paints a haunting, metaphorical picture of the city. The film earned accolades for Best Film and Best Director at the 21st Hong Kong Film Critics Society Awards.

Courtesy of Golden Scene Company Limited

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