The film is regarded as the first of the genre to become a big hit, taking HK$17 million at the box office and becoming the highest-grossing film of 1981 in Hong Kong.
Michael Hui’s outstanding performance earned him the best actor award at the inaugural Hong Kong Film Awards.
All’s Well, Ends Well (1992)
Directed by Clifton Ko Chi-sum, the farcical comedy strikes a perfect balance between humorous banter and storytelling, and there is great chemistry among the ensemble cast.
5 of the most popular Lunar New Year songs, by Andy Lau, Adam Cheng and more
5 of the most popular Lunar New Year songs, by Andy Lau, Adam Cheng and more
The Eagle Shooting Heroes (1993）
The main plot revolves around the defeat of the antagonist Ouyang Feng, also known as “Western Venom”, and the complicated romantic entanglements between the characters.
Because of the short shooting time, many scenes relied on actors’ improvisation. This often meant the same actors were performing in two different movies simultaneously. So on one set, the cast just had fun, and then on another, they had to be moody and serious.
The Eagle Shooting Heroes was finished within 27 days and earned HK$22.37 million at the box office.
King of Comedy (1999)
This is a great example of Stephen Chow’s brand of mo lei tau (nonsensical) comedy. Starring the comic, it was the Hong Kong box office champion in 1999.
Despite its title, this film also explores the realistic, and even sad, side of life. For more than 20 years, this movie is a reminder to the audience that even the most insignificant individual can have great ideals and the most beautiful love.
Many lines from the movie are used today to encourage people to pursue their dreams.
Fat Choi Spirit (2002)
Fat Choi Spirit revolves around the mahjong table, showing how a skilled player can rely on the same philosophy to save his family, defeat his opponents and rekindle his love.
It also highlights the wisdom and strategy of mahjong and its significance in life. “Your personality at the mahjong table reflects your personality in real life”, and “no one can win all the time; luck comes and goes” are among the memorable lines.