Asian Pop-Up Cinema: The Last Dance 破·地獄 - Hong Kong

CENTERPIECE FILM (DIRECTOR'S CUT)
Hong Kong | Drama | 2024 | 139 minutes

In Cantonese w/ Chinese and English Subtitles

Director: Anselm Chan
Screenwriters: Anselm Chan, Cheng Wai-kei
Starring: Dayo Wong, Michael Hui, Michelle Wai, Chu Pak-hong
Film Source: Emperor Motion Pictures

Director Anselm Chan and actress Michelle Wai are scheduled to attend this screening in-person to introduce the film and participate in a post-film Q&A.

Wai is the honoree of the Extraordinary Actors Award in recognition of her career-bending performance in this film.

SYNOPSIS:

After losing his business during the pandemic, Dominic takes over a coffin shop to make ends meet. But to make it in the funeral business, he must earn the approval of his co-owner, stern and vehemently traditional Taoist priest Master Man, and learn about the true purpose of funerals.

Despite featuring two of Hong Kong’s biggest comedy legends, The Last Dance is a deeply emotional drama about catharsis after trauma that has moved Hong Kong audiences to tears. In addition to the two stars’ impressive dramatic turns, Michelle Wai also shines in a career-defining performance as Master Man’s long-suffering daughter.

Latest just announced via Hong Kong:
"The Last Dance" received 18 nominations, making it the most-nominated film of the year at the 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards (equivalent to Hong Kong's Oscar).

Anselm Chan, Director

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Anselm Chan Mou Yin is a renowned screenwriter within the Hong Kong film and television industry, an up-and-coming director, and a member of the Hong Kong Screenwriters’ Guild. Debut film is Ready O/R Knot (2021) and the second is the sequel Ready O/R Rot (2023). The Last Dance is his third film.

Michelle Wai, Actress

Michelle Way was a Nominee for Best Actress at the 42nd Hong Kong Film Awards for Ready O/R Rot.

This film event is partially supported by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office New York.

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