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Programme
Movie
Between reality and fantasy, an express journey to Hong Kong through the early iconic films of Wong Kar-Wai, and two contemporary works reflecting the city's evolving landscape.
Film List
Pass 5 films = 20 € (Acheter sur place)
As Tears Go By 旺角卡門
by Wong Kar-Wai 王家衛
Starring ANDY LAU, MAGGIE CHEUNG
1988 | Crime, Drama, Romance|102mins | VOSTFR
In the ruthless, neon-lit world of Hong Kong's gangs, a low-level mafia henchman finds himself in a heart-wrenching dilemma. As he navigates the dangerous underworld, he falls for his beautiful, ailing cousin, sparking a forbidden romance that offers a glimpse of hope and love. However, his loyalty is fiercely tested by his reckless crime partner, whose desperate attempts to gain notoriety unleash a spiral of violence. Torn between his burgeoning love and unwavering loyalty, the henchman faces choices that could lead to salvation or destruction.
Friday 4/10 – 20h30
Days of Being Wild 阿飛正傳
by Wong Kar-Wai 王家衛
Starring Leslie CHUENG, MAGGIE CHEUNG|
1988 | Crime, Drama, Romance|102mins | VOSTFR
In the 1960s, under the vibrant, hazy skies of Hong Kong, Yuddy (Leslie Cheung) drifts through life with a languid charm. Raised carelessly by his adoptive mother, he floats from one lover's embrace to another, untroubled and indifferent—until the moment marriage is mentioned. Yuddy's existence is marked by a profound narcissism and an insatiable obsession with uncovering his true origins. This quest drives him to leave behind everything he knows—friends, mistresses, and even his mother. Driven by a restless spirit, Yuddy sets off to the Philippines, embarking on a poignant journey into his past, seeking the pieces of a life that might finally complete his own.
Saturday 5/10 – 16h
Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In
九龍城寨之圍城
by Soi CHENG 鄭保瑞
Starring Louis Koo, Sammo Kam-Bo Hung, Raymond Lam
2024 | Action, Thriller |125 mins | VOSTFR
In the 1980s, the only place in Hong Kong where British law didn't apply was the notorious Kowloon Walled City, an enclave ruled by gangs and rife with all sorts of illegal activities. Fleeing the powerful Triad boss Mr. Big, illegal immigrant Chan Lok-kwun finds refuge in Kowloon, where he comes under the protection of Cyclone, the leader of the Walled City. Alongside other outcasts from his clan, they must face the invasion of Mr. Big's gang and defend the fortress that has become their sanctuary.
Saturday 5/10 – 20h30
Chungking Express 重慶森林
by Wong Kar-Wai 王家衛
Starring : Takeshi Kaneshiro, Brigitte Lin, Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, Faye Wong
1994 | Comédie dramatique, Romance |102mins | VOSTFR
Two cops find themselves heartbroken after being dumped by their girlfriends. One vows to fall in love with the first woman who walks into a bar in Chungking House, where he drowns his sorrows. The other, each night, visits the Midnight Express, a neighborhood fast-food joint, to buy a "Chef Salad" from the pretty server Faye, destined for his idealized love, a flight attendant. This is a fable about desire and love stories tossed about by a whimsical and charming fate, captured by a dizzying camera and set to an aggressive energy and a memorable soundtrack (Faye Wong's cover of The Cranberries' "Dreams," The Mamas and the Papas' "California Dreamin'"). "A grand film for romantic dreamers" - DVD Classik
Sunday 6/10 – 18h
A Light Never Goes Out 燈火闌珊
de Anastasia TSANG 曾憲寧
Starring: Sylvia CHANG, Simon YAM, Cecilia CHOI, Henick CHOU
2022 | Drama| 103mins | VOSTFR
Synopsis: Middle-aged widow Mei-heung has faced countless sleepless nights since her husband Bill's passing. Upon discovering a key among Bill’s possessions, she is led to his secret neon workshop and meets young apprentice Leo. Together, they embark on a journey to complete Bill's last project, as Mei-heung learns the delicate craft of neon light blowing. Her efforts to recreate a demolished neon sign with her own hands become a poignant homage to their shared past. As Mei-heung reflects on her life with Bill, she uncovers hidden fragments of his history, providing her with a bittersweet solace. Concurrently, her daughter Prism grapples with her own secret plans to leave Hong Kong, struggling to reveal them to her mother. As the mystery of the legendary neon sign unravels, Mei-heung is confronted with truths she had long avoided.
Dimanche 6/10 – 20h30
RED EGG 紅雞蛋 (Short Film)
by Hoi Chiu 海潮
2016 | Animation |4.45 mins
RED EGG is a sand animation consisting of 1582 individual sand paintings. The story is about one's life from start to end, with the desire to chase dreams at every stage of life. It is about love, sadness, anxiety, sickness, religion... all about life condensed into a 4 min/45 second animation.
Saturday 5/10 – 8:30 p.m. It will be screened before Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In
9032024 (Short Film)
by Xai REN 任俠
2016 | Drama |8.38 mins |VOSTFR
Synopsis Ma Er, who is disabled, wants to find a job and live as an ordinary person, but the indifferent and bureaucratic system will not let him.
Sunday 6/10 – 8:30 p.m. It will be screened before Light Never Goes Out
Movie
Expired Journey: The Path to Renaissance
Festival - Première !
Written and Directed by Lok-Kan Cheung
Starring: Lok-Kan Cheung, Christophe R. Tek and Jihye Jeon
Set Design: Tea June Ryu
In the 1980s, a young girl from a small village in China dreams of finding success in Hong Kong. However, her aspirations are shattered by an arranged marriage. Her tragic fate is sealed by the icy hand of death. Her spirit then wanders the mortal world until one day, a celestial customs agent delivers an unsettling message: her visa to the afterlife has expired. This performance, blending theater, puppetry, and cinema, delves into the profound challenges faced by women in exile.
Saturday 5 Octobre — 18h
L'Auditorium Seynod 24-25 - Petite salle
In partnership with ESAAA (Annecy Alpes Higher School of Art) & Auditorium Seynod L’AUDITORIUM
Exhibition
Unveiling the Enigma of Kowloon Walled City
Sam. 5 Octobre — 4 Novermbre
The Kowloon Walled City, nestled in the bustling heart of Hong Kong, serves as a captivating testament to the fusion of chaos and community, an enigmatic symbol of urban density and resilience. Despite its demolition in 1993, this once-thriving self-managed enclave continues to captivate the imagination of creators and the public, leaving an indelible mark on the collective imagination and pop culture. It has inspired major works such as 'Blade Runner' (1982), 'Ghost in the Shell' (1995), 'Batman Begins' (2005), 'Stray' (2022), and 'Call of Duty: Black Ops' (2010).
"Echoes of the Hidden City: Unveiling the Enigma of Kowloon Walled City in Hong Kong" aims to explore the essence of this cyberpunk icon.
Image credit: Pen SO
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