Staying home and putting on a movie is a great way to escape the heat! Since we’re all chilling at home, why not revisit the award-winning movies of The 40th Hong Kong Film Awards and spend the summer with some great local films!

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《Anita》

Awards: Best Supporting Actress, Best New Performer, Best Costume and Make Up Design, Best Sound Design, Best Visual Effects

Anita received five accolades at this year’s Hong Kong Film Awards, becoming the most awarded film of the event. Louise Wong who played Anita was presented the Best New Performer award, Fish Lew was also awarded Best Supporting Actress playing Anita’s sister Ann Mui. The film is a class-A tribute to the late super star, bringing her life’s highlights to the screen, letting the audience reminisce about the legend that is Anita. Let the “Daughter of Hong Kong” Anita Mui’s story inspire and encourage every Hong Konger.

《Raging Fire》

Awards: Best Film, Best Director, Best Film Editing, Best Action Choreography

Hong Kong Crime films is an influential genre and has produced many classics. The late director Benny Chan continues the charm of Hong Kong Crime films with Raging Fire, sparking nostalgia and anticipation amongst audiences. The award-winning Raging Fire is full of gunfights, car chases, hand to hand combat and many more breath-taking scenes, bound to satiate your need for action and will get your blood boiling!

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《Limbo》

Award: Best Actress, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Art Direction

Limbo is an award-winning film with a distinct style unlike any other. Based on the novel Wisdom Tooth by Chinese novelist Lei Mi, it is a thriller/tragedy revolving around a case of serial murder, fate and redemption. The cinematography adopts a black-and-white style to enhance the story’s theme. Scenes of rural and ruined Hong Kong showcase an alternate type of beauty. Cya Liu was presented Best Actress for her outstanding performance in the film.

《One Second Champion》

Award: Best Original Film Song

Fans of the local music scene are definitely familiar with the original film song of One Second Champion. Hong Kong band ToNick’s frontman - Chiu Sin Hang didn’t just direct the film, he also played a supporting role in the film, and composed its original theme song. The film had star musician Endy Chow as lead actor. The film is a story of boxing, unrelenting grit, and undying fatherly love. Experience a piece full of cheering and tearing moments!

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Lots of new faces are joining the local film industry, touching on a broad range of themes. If you’ve missed their theatre screenings, it’s a good idea to catch up on them at home! Let’s support Hong Kong films together and look forward to next year’s great hits!