Celebrating director Ann Hui’s cinematic journey in London (with photos)

     The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) supported the Chinese Cinema Project in presenting a special season dedicated to Ann Hui, one of Hong Kong's most acclaimed directors, at The Garden Cinema in London, United Kingdom (UK), from June 9 to 21 (London time).

     The "Celebrating Ann Hui" season features five of director Hui's pivotal works spanning various stages of her career, including her debut "The Secret", the family drama "Summer Snow" and the critically acclaimed "A Simple Life". Additionally, the programme presents a special screening of the documentary "Keep Rolling", which reflects director Hui's accomplishments in the film industry over the past decades. The screenings are accompanied by introductions from notable film experts, thereby enhancing the cultural experience for the local audience.

     The Director-General of the London ETO, Mr Gilford Law, addressed the audience before the screening of "Summer Snow". Mr Law highlighted the efforts of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government in supporting Hong Kong's creative industries and further reinforcing Hong Kong's role as an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange as underpinned by the National 14th Five-Year Plan. "Director Hui is a testimony to Hong Kong's reputation as the 'Hollywood of the East'. For those who are curious about the cultural ground that has shaped and is shaped by her, please visit Hong Kong and experience the vibrancy and diversity of our city," he added.

     The Chinese Cinema Project is dedicated to promoting the work of Chinese filmmakers in the UK via regular screenings and cultural promotion. The "Celebrating Ann Hui" season is expected to greet over 300 guests through the six screenings until late June.