Since 2005, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has designated October 27th as “World Day for Audiovisual Heritage” to acknowledge the importance of audiovisual heritage to regional culture, and to enhance the public’s knowledge of the preservation of audiovisual heritage.

In honour of “World Day for Audiovisual Heritage”, the Hong Kong Film Archive will present a 4K digitally-restored treasure from its collection, Feast of a Rich Family (1959) so that more of the viewing public would have the opportunity to watch this prominent work. This remarkable production brought together an extraordinary assembly of talent, both on and off the screen, all of whom volunteered. Four acclaimed directors—Lee Sun-fung, Lee Tit, Ng Wui, and Law Chi-hung—each contributed their expertise to specific scenes. Featuring an unrivalled ensemble of the era’s most popular actors and actresses, the film stands as a testament to the power of collaborative spirit and a symbol of unity, collaboration and charity within the Hong Kong film industry.

Thanks to the Union’s generous donation of film materials in 2024, the Archive decided to begin the 4K digital restoration on the negatives and soundtrack. The restoration process included colour grading, reducing flickering, removing scratches, and minimising extraneous noise in the background—all to ensure this classic film can be presented in the best possible condition.