Cheung, the Dragon Boatman
Dir/Scr: Poon Bing-kuen This is a film that celebrates the moral function of art. Sun Ma Si-tsang, at once a master Cantonese opera actor and a talented comedian, showcases an oft-overlooked style of singing, presenting it as an inspirational force that saves life and betters relationships. He plays the titled character, who doesn't operate a boat and is nowhere near bodies of water, but an artist specialising in the Dragon Boat style of music. Forced to perform on the streets to make a living, he ventures into situations manifesting the many societal problems that plague Hong Kong, inspiring and elevating common folks with his artistry. He stars alongside Leung Sing-por in a classic animation of comedy partnership, generating laughter from the interactions between players of contrasting body types. |
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| Date | Rescheduled Date | Venue |
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| 6/9/2020 (Sun) (5pm) # | Rescheduled to 4/7/2021 (Sun) (5pm) | Cinema, Hong Kong Film Archive |
# Post-screening talk with Leonard Wong Shing-chuen
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