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Hong Kong Hustle: The Chinese Cinema Odyssey Of Stephen Chow

Hong Kong Hustle: The Chinese Cinema Odyssey Of Stephen Chow

2024•1h 22m
Documentary

The first feature-length documentary to explore the career of Stephen Chow; featuring collaborators, critics, and academics. Produced for the Shout Factory release of his classic work on Blu-ray, "The Stephen Chow Collection" released in 2024. Fans will learn how Chow went from Hong Kong's TVB to feature film riches, with his peculiar brand of localized comedy, to becoming one of the most successful brand names in Mainland China, including the blockbuster reception for his comedy "The Mermaid" in 2016.

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EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Stephen Chow

Stephen Chow

Archival Footage

Rick Baker

Self

Cheng Man-Fai

Cheng Man-Fai

Self

Bill Borden

Bill Borden

Self

Frank Djeng

Self

Chu Ko

Chu Ko

Self

Dr. Elaine Chung

Self

Daniel O'Brien

Self

David West

Self

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