Law Kar
Also Known As: 羅卡
Biography: Biography not available
Department: Production
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: Not available
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Gender: Male
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Golden Gate Girls
Overview: The film traces the life and times of Esther Eng, a San Francisco native known as Hong Kong’s first “directress.” She directed 10 Cantonese talkies.
Genres: Documentary History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-04-01
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Love in a Fallen City
Overview: Taking place in 1941, Love in a Fallen City centers on Pai, a young woman who has been ostracized by her family for divorcing her rich husband. A local match-maker, Mrs. Hsu, takes pity on Pai and decides to bring her to Hong Kong, under the guise of employing her as the Hsu's nanny, but in reality to introduce her to Fan. Pai and Fan seem to hit it off, but Fan's refusal to marry Pai soon sours things. However, as the Japanese begin to invade Hong Kong, the two begin to realize their true feelings for each other.
Genres: Romance Drama War
Original Language: cn
Release Date: 1984-08-02
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Social Worker: "Boy"
Overview: The second episode of the Hong Kong reclaimed “Social Worker” series (1976)
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: cn
Release Date: 1976-11-02
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Yang ± Yin: Gender in Chinese Cinema
Overview: An exploration of Chinese cinema and its relationships with gender and sexuality, which the film argues has been more frankly and provocatively explored than in any other national cinema. Utilizing both film excerpts and interviews with many leading directors and academics, the film examines topics such as male bonding in kung fu movies, depictions of same-sex bonding and physical intimacy, the emphasis on women's grievances in melodramas, and the career of Yam Kim-Fai, a Hong Kong actress who spent her life portraying men on and off the screen.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: cn
Release Date: 1998-06-04
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Doctor Mack
Overview: Since dropping out from the medical school, Lau Mack has been living a humble but contented life, running a small clinic in a shabby area, treating local inhabitants and poor prostitutes working there. One night, he escorts an injured gun robber to the government hospital, where he unexpectedly meets his old friend from college time, Dr. Jaw, now a reputed surgeon with an aspiration for senior management. To Jaw's bitter surprise, he finds himself outshone by Lau's medical talent and kindness to patients. Jaw is however determined to speed up his career ascent at the expense of Lau. His plots work perfectly, until an accident delivers his life to the mercy of Lau.
Genres: Drama Comedy
Original Language: cn
Release Date: 1995-02-17
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