GIVEAWAY: Win a Pair of Tickets to the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation 2021!3 min read
Reading Time: 2 minutesStand a chance to win a pair of tickets to the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation 2021! Organised in collaboration with the Asian Film Awards Academy (AFA Academy) and Cathay Cineplexes, the presentation is happening from 2 to 4 July at The Cathay Cineplex.
The AFA Academy was created in 2013 by the three main Asian film festivals – Busan, Hong Kong and Tokyo to promote and develop Asian cinema and its talents. The programme features six recent feature films from Hong Kong and will be screened in Cantonese with Chinese and English subtitles.
This will be the Singapore premiere for the films One Second Champion, Drifting, and Septet: The Story of Hong Kong. There will also be a virtual post-screening Q&A session for One Second Champion, The Way We Keep Dancing, and Drifting. Details for all six movies are listed below.
- One Second Champion 《一秒拳王》
Synopsis: Loser single father Tin Yen learns that lesson the hard way when he becomes gifted with the power of seeing one second into the future. When his ability is exposed, a boxing stuff persuades him to use his power in the boxing ring. In order to win his son’s respect, Tin Yen takes up the challenge to be trained and fight the boxing champion.
- The Way We Keep Dancing 《狂舞派3》
Synopsis: The Kowloon Industrial District is home to many of Hong Kong’s artists, including rapper Heyo, YouTuber Alan, rising star Hana, and dancer. However, the government is preparing the area for gentrification. The group from ‘The Way We Dance’ were invited to participate in a publicity stunt to transform the district into a ‘Dance Street’. Alan points out that this is an opportunity to garner support from the public. Meanwhile, Heyo’s master Afuc is planning a revolution.
- Ready o/r Knot 《不日成婚》
Synopsis: After being together for five years, Guy and Heidi are faced with a serious dilemma: Whether or not it is time to marry and for a family. While Heidi is ready to settle down, Guy is not ready to be tied down to a woman that he will one day grow distant from. What follows is an outright battle of the sexes.
- Drifting 《浊水漂流》
Synopsis: Released from jail, Fai goes back to his old stomping ground in Sham Shui Po, but his return to normal life is cut short when the authorities raid his makeshift home and dispose of his belongings. Urged on by a social worker, Fai and his fellow homeless friends take their fight to court.
- All U Need Is Love《总是有爱在隔离》
Synopsis: The Grande Hotel in Hong Kong is suddenly suspected of being the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak. Quarantined by the local health authorities, hotel guests find themselves isolated in the hotel. As they bond over this difficult time, the learn to treasure what may be their final moments together.
- Septet: The Story of Hong Kong 《七人乐队》
Synopsis: Seven of Hong Kong’s most revered auteurs come together to compose a symphony of stories for their city. As a tribute to the bygone era of filmmaking, each filmmaker shot a short movie, entirely on 35mm film, covering a different period in the city’s recent history. This is a momentous cinematic event not only adhering to the past memories but also communicating with the new generation.
Head over to our Facebook page to participate in the giveaway. Giveaway ends Friday, 25 June, 11:59PM (GMT +8). One pair of tickets is available for each film. Winners will be issued their tickets on a first come first serve basis. Terms and conditions apply.
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