Recap | Hong Kong cinema legends and greats open up about their careers
What’s it like working with Michelle Yeoh, Chow Yun-fat, Jackie Chan, Dwayne Johnson, John Woo and Wong Kar-wai? These film and TV legends tell all
From Oscar-winning art directors and Hollywood stunt choreographers to veteran producers and actors, explore the journeys of these talented individuals who have shaped the industry.
Discover their insights, collaborations with icons like Jackie Chan, Chow Yun-fat, and Bruce Lee, and their perspectives on the future of Hong Kong film.
1. Oscar-Winning art director Tim Yip on Michelle Yeoh’s broken leg, Chow Yun-fat’s martial arts moves in A Better Tomorrow and his movie career
Yip reflects on his illustrious career in film and art, from his work on Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and A Better Tomorrow to his current focus on contemporary art. He shares insights into his creative journey, collaborations with renowned directors, and upcoming projects.
2. Andy Cheng: from stuntman for Jackie Chan to Hollywood action director for Dwayne Johnson and Marvel’s Shang-Chi
Andy Cheng Kai-chung, a former taekwondo champion from Hong Kong, has become one of Hollywood’s top action directors and fight choreographers. From working with Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung to choreographing for Dwayne Johnson and Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Cheng’s journey is marked by innovation and excellence. Discover his inspiring story.
3. Film producer Debbie Lam, who worked with Jackie Chan, John Woo, Wong Kar-wai, sees Hong Kong cinema going downhill. She has an answer
Debbie Lam, a seasoned film producer who has collaborated with Jackie Chan, John Woo, and Wong Kar-wai, discusses the decline of Hong Kong cinema and her efforts to revitalise it. Discover how she’s fostering international collaborations and funding schemes to bolster a new generation of filmmakers and revitalise the industry.
4. Frank Djeng’s journey from Hong Kong martial arts movies to Hollywood Bruce Lee documentary
Hong Kong-born martial arts movie expert Djeng shares his journey from DVD commentaries to co-producing the Apple TV documentary Enter the Clones of Bruce. Explore his insights into Bruceploitation films, Hong Kong cinema’s evolution, and its enduring appeal to global audiences.
5. Gregory Rivers: from Australian farm boy to Hong Kong TVB star, Chow Yun-fat’s English coach and Leslie Cheung’s driver
Discover the fascinating story of Gregory Rivers, an Australian actor fluent in Cantonese who has been a staple in Hong Kong’s TVB dramas since the late ‘80s. He has worked with legends like Chow Yun-fat and Leslie Cheung, and his love for Cantonese songs led to a decades-long acting career.
Part of this article was produced with the assistance of generative AI