In January and February 2024, Canadian audiences are in for a treat with a diverse selection of compelling Hong Kong films hitting theaters. Get ready for an unforgettable cinematic experience with six highly anticipated movies, each offering a unique and captivating storyline.
Synopsis of “I Did It My Way (潛行)”: As the clandestine world of online drug trafficking targets Hong Kong, the police launch a high-stakes, top-secret sting operation to dismantle one of Asia’s most notorious drug lords. Brace yourselves for a gripping tale of suspense and action.
Synopsis of “Teen Diary (年少日記)”: High school teacher Cheng reflects on his repressed childhood memories when he discovers an anonymous suicide note in his classroom. Determined to prevent another tragedy, Cheng navigates through a series of family challenges, including a pending divorce and his father’s deteriorating health.
Synopsis of “Table for Six 2 (飯戲攻心2)”: Director Sunny Chan, the mastermind behind Hong Kong’s top comedy “Table for Six,” reunites the original cast and crew for three weddings that hilariously showcase the intricate relationships within the Chan family. With humor and heart, the film explores the definitions of fortune, misfortune, love, and hate in the complex dynamics of modern society.
Synopsis of “Goldfinger (金手指)”: “Goldfinger” is an upcoming Hong Kong action crime thriller set in the 1980s, revolving around the rise and fall of the Carrian Group, a Hong Kong corporation, due to a corruption scandal. Written and directed by Felix Chong, the film stars Tony Leung and Andy Lau in this gripping tale of crime and corruption.
Synopsis of “Rob N Roll (臨時劫案)”: Ruthless bandit Mui launches an armed robbery, inadvertently involving two perplexed middle-aged men, Fai and Timid, who were planning their own heist. As they join forces, their unique alliance sets off a dramatic and unexpected chain of events, leading to a war with the police in this ad-hoc and thrilling robbery.
Synopsis of “TheMoonThieves (盜月者)”:. When his scam to sell counterfeit watches goes wrong, Monsieur (Edan Lui) is forced by a cold-blooded watch smuggler (Keung To) to take part in a heist to steal three ultra-luxury watches in Tokyo. However, Monsieur realizes that each of his fellow robbers seems to be carrying ulterior motives. With no trust in the team, will their heist succeed?
These six films will be successively released in Canada during January and February 2024, offering audiences a rich and exciting visual experience. For detailed release dates and theatre locations, please refer to the official Cineplex website.