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HK Film 'The Last Dance' Shatters Box Office Records
6 Dec
Summary
- The Last Dance is Hong Kong's highest-grossing local film, earning over $20M.
- Directed by Chan Mou Yin Anselm, it explores life and death through a funeral planner.
- The film also achieved significant international success, especially in the UK.
The Last Dance, a significant entry for Hong Kong in the Best International Oscar race, has captivated audiences and critics alike. The film has achieved unprecedented box office success domestically, becoming Hong Kong's highest-grossing local title with over $20 million earned. This remarkable achievement marks a potential turning point for the Hong Kong film industry.
Directed by Chan Mou Yin Anselm, the narrative centers on a debt-ridden wedding planner who discovers a new calling in funeral planning. The film grapples with profound themes of life, death, and existence, inspired by the director's personal experiences. A pivotal element is the ritualistic 'Break Hell's Gate,' which director Chan reimagined to challenge traditional gender restrictions.
