Synopsis: In 1900’s San Francisco, a white woman is murdered in Chinatown and the suspect is a Chinese man. The murder causes a social shock and the public calls for Chinatown to be outlawed. Chinese medicine practitioner QIN FU (LIU Haoran) and Chinese man Ah Gui (WANG Bao qiang) are involved in the case, and they race against time to find the murderer amidst a battle of wits and Courage.
Film：Detective Chinatown 1900
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Suspense
Language(s): Mandarin; Chinese and English Subtitles
Length: 137 mins
Release Date: 2025-01-29
Director: CHEN Sicheng
Screenwriter： CHEN Sicheng and DAI Mo
Cast: WANG Baoqiang, LIU Haoran, Chow Yun Fat
Website: cineplex.com/movie/detective-chinatown-1900-mandarin-wchinese-and-est?ic=cpx_ic-moviegrid-en
Synopsis:An absurd comedy about the daily life of a three-generational Hakka household in Taipei. The main characters are Huichiao, her grandmother Chunmei, Chunmei’s son Fusang, and daughter-in-law Lichun. The story begins on a stormy night when Huichiao quietly approaches and murders Chunmei, coldly saying, “Granny, just die!” As the story develops, we learn that their conflicts stem from not only daily trivialities but also past memories and complex family relationships. Through multiple perspectives and intertwined timelines, the film delves into this quirky family, uncovering each member’s secrets and sorrows, leading to a dramatic escape where the truth finally emerges.
Film：Granny Must Die
Genre: Drama
Language(s): Mandarin; Chinese and English Subtitles
Length: 108 mins
Screening Dates: 2025-02-01 及 2025-02-02
Director: CHEN Yi-jung
Screenwriter： Keng-Ming Chang, Joy Tsai, Milia Luo
Cast: Yang Li-Yin, Winnie Chang, Tammy Lin, Ning Chang, Lan Wei-Hua
Website: lunarfestgta.ca/2025-granny-must-die/
Synopsis: “CHUNG LUI SOCIETY” is a boxing gym founded by the former legendary Muay Thai champion CHUNG Lui (Louis KOO), who is dedicated to training professional fighters. Despite the gym’s struggles, he remains committed to his lifelong philosophy of never backing down from a challenge. Businesswoman Elsa (Louise WONG) discovers that her boyfriend Daniel (CHAN Charm Man Peter) is cheating on her with Macau’s female champion, Surewin (Chrissie CHAU). Driven by her competitive spirit, Elsa vows to settle their score in the ring.
Upon learning that Surewin was Lui’s former student, Elsa seeks him out to train her at his gym. There, she encounters MOK Ka Lei (Gigi LEUNG), who had previously clashed with her during an advertisement shoot. After leaving the entertainment industry to support her family, Ka Lei attempts to make a comeback, with the help of her friend LAM Pik Chu (Harriet YEUNG).
Under the rigorous training of Lui’s protégé, KO Chau (Tony WU Tsz Tung), Elsa undergoes intense preparation. Although she struggles, she is inspired by her teammates and begins to realise that her motivation lies in personal growth, not just in competing against her boyfriend’s new partner. On the day of the match, Elsa steps into the ring, fearless and ready to face Surewin in an ultimate showdown.
Film：Hit N Fun
Genre: Comedy/ Action
Language(s): Cantonese; Chinese and English Subtitles
Length:
Release Date: 2025-01-29
Director: Albert Mak Kai-kwong
Cast: Louis Koo, Gigi Leung, Louise Wong, Tony Wu, Chrissie Chau, German Cheung, Peter Chan, Philip Ng, Harriet Yeung, Jozev Lau, Hedy Wong, Kathy Wong, Henry Chan
Website: illumefilms852.com
Synopsis: Jun, who briefly became a hit webtoon writer with the success of his impulsively created series Assassination Agent Jun, quickly falls from grace and is labeled a “brainless writer” as soon as Season 2 begins. To make matters worse, the failed Season 2 sparks a wave of global villains flocking to South Korea, targeting Jun. Completely unaware of this, Jun dreams of another big hit and starts working on his new webtoon. But when a real-life terrorist attack mimicking his webtoon occurs, the NIS points the finger at Jun as the prime suspect. Is Jun a prophet—or a terrorist?
Film：Hitman 2
Genre: Action, Comedy
Language(s): Korean; English Subtitles
Length: 118 mins
Release Date: 2025-01-31
Director: Choi Won-sub
Cast: Kwon Sang-woo, Jung Joon-ho, Hwangwoo Seul-hye, Lee Yi-kyung
Website: cineplex.com/movie/hitman-2-korean-west
Synopsis: Taishi Wen Zhong led the army of Shang Dynasty including Deng Chanyu and four generals of the Mo Family to Xiqi. With the help of Kunlun immortals such as Jiang Ziya, Ji Fa led the army and civilians of Xiqi to defend their homeland.
Film：Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force
Genre: Action, Adventure
Language(s): Mandarin; Chinese and English Subtitles
Length: 145 mins
Release Date: 2025-01-31
Director: Wuershan
Cast: Huang Bo, Yu Shi, NaErNaXi, Chen Muchi, Kris Phillips
Website: cineplex.com/movie/creation-of-the-gods-ii-demon-force-mandarin-wchinese-and-est
Synopsis: Totsuko, who sees people’s emotions as colours, forms a band with Kimi and Rui. As they practise, music strengthens their bonds and reveals their true natures.
Film：The Colors Within
Genre: Anime
Language(s): Japanese; English Subtitles
Length: 101 mins
Release Date: 2025-01-24
Director: Naoko Yamada
Cast: Akari Takaishi, Sayu Suzukawa, Taisei Kido, Yui Aragaki
Website: cineplex.com/movie/the-colors-within-japanese-west