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Lee Rock
''Lee Rock'' () is a 1991 Hong Kong crime film directed by Lawrence Ah Mon, and starring Andy Lau as the title character. The film chronicles the rise and fall of a corrupt police force that Lee Rock becomes a part of. The film was followed by a sequel, '' Lee Rock II'', released later in the same year. Cast and roles * Andy Lau as Lee Rock * Sharla Cheung as Grace Pak * Chingmy Yau as Ha / Rose * Ng Man-tat Richard Ng Man-tat (, 2 January 1952 – 27 February 2021), commonly called Uncle Tat (), was a Hong Kong actor originally from Fujian. He was a veteran with dozens of awards in the Cinema of Hong Kong , Hong Kong film industry, including Hon ... as Piggy * Paul Chun as Sergeant Ngan Tung * Kwan Hoi-san as Sergeant Chan * Michael Chan as King Crab * William Ho as Triad Boss * Lee Siu-kei as Drill Officer * Eddy Ko as Police instructor * Chun Wong as Big Brother Ma * Jamie Luk as Little Brother Ma * Lung Fong as Master Snake * James Tien as Pak / Si ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lawrence Ah Mon
Lawrence Ah Mon or Lawrence Lau Kwok Cheong (劉國昌) (born 1949) is a Hong Kong film director. His films are notable for their lurid exploration of the problems of the poor in modern Hong Kong, such as ''Gangs'' (1988), ''Spacked Out'' (2000), ''Gimme Gimme'' (2001) and ''City Without Baseball'' (2008). He has also made several films about colonial and postcolonial subaltern history in Hong Kong, such as the ''Lee Rock'' series (starring Andy Lau) and ''Queen of Temple Street'' (1990). He was born in Pretoria, South Africa. He has been nominated for Best Director in the Hong Kong Film Awards twice. Filmography as director * '' Gangs'' (1988) * '' Queen of Temple Street'' (1990) * '' Lee Rock'' (1991) * '' Lee Rock II'' (1991) * '' Dreams of Glory: A Boxer's Story'' (1991) * '' Lee Rock III'' (1992) * '' Gangs '92'' (1992) * '' Arrest the Restless'' (1992) * ''Three Summers ''Three Summers'' is an Australian romantic comedy film, written and directed by Ben Elton. It was f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Rock II
''Lee Rock II'' is a 1991 Hong Kong crime drama film directed by Lawrence Ah Mon and starring Andy Lau, Sharla Cheung, Aaron Kwok and Chingmy Yau. The film is a direct sequel to '' Lee Rock'' released earlier in the same year and continues its adaptation of the life of corrupt police officer Lui Lok (portrayed in the film as Lee Rock by Lau). Plot In 1959, Yau Ma Tei foreign detective Reeve retires, leading to a competition between bitter rivals Lee Rock (Andy Lau) and Ngan Tung ( Paul Chun) for the position. Although Ngan ultimately gets the position, Lee is promoted to Chief Chinese Detective, a position that supersedes Ngan in seniority. After Lee takes office, he reforms each department, gaining support from many businessmen and his momentum rises while Ngan's standing plummets, fueling his hatred towards Lee. He hires a henchman from mobster King Crab ( Michael Chan) in a failed assassination ploy against Lee. Fearing he will be discovered, Ngan has Crab killed. Lee con ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hong Kong Film Award For Best Director
The Hong Kong Film Award for Best Director is an award presented annually at the Hong Kong Film Awards (HKFA). It is given to honour the best director of a Hong Kong film. The 1st Hong Kong Film Awards ceremony was held in 1982, with no formal nomination procedure established; the award was given to Allen Fong for his direction of ''Father and Son (1981 film), Father and Son.'' After the first award ceremony, a nomination system was put in place whereby no more than five nominations are made for each category and each entry is selected through two rounds of voting. Firstly, prospective nominees are marked with a weight of 50% each from HKFA voters and a hundred professional adjudicators, contributing towards a final score with which the top five nominees advance to the second round of voting. The winner is then selected via a scoring process where 55% of the vote comes from 55 professional adjudicators, 25% from representatives of the Hong Kong Film Directors' Guild and 20% from all ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hong Kong Film Award For Best Film
The Hong Kong Film Award for Best Film is an annual Cinema of Hong Kong, Hong Kong industry award presented to the films which is considered the best of the year. History The award was established at the 1st Hong Kong Film Awards (1982) and the first winner and the sole participant in this category was ''Father and Son (1981 film), Father and Son'', a film by Allen Fong. From the 2nd Hong Kong Film Awards (1983), there are 5, sometimes 6, nominations for the category of Best Film from which one film is chosen the winner of the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Film. The most recent recipient of the award was ''To My Nineteen Year Old Self'', a documentary directed by Mabel Cheung and William Kwok and produced by Eunice Wong, which was honoured at the 41st Hong Kong Film Awards (2023). Winners and nominees 1982 — 1999 2000 — present See also * Hong Kong Film Award * Hong Kong Film Award for Best Actor * Hong Kong Film Award for Best Actress * Hong Kong Film Award for Best ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
11th Hong Kong Film Awards
The 11th Hong Kong Awards ceremony, honored the best films of 1991 and took place on 5 April 1992 at Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, Wan Chai, Hong Kong Hong Kong)., Legally Hong Kong, China in international treaties and organizations. is a special administrative region of China. With 7.5 million residents in a territory, Hong Kong is the fourth most densely populated region in the wor .... The ceremony was hosted by Philip Chan and Lawrence Cheng, during the ceremony awards are presented in 15 categories. Awards Winners are listed first, highlighted in boldface, and indicated with a double dagger (). References External linksOfficial website of the Hong Kong Film Awards {{DEFAULTSORT:Hong Kong Film Awards 1992 *1992 1991 film awards 1992 in Hong Kong ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wong Yat-fei
Wong Yat-fei (born 19 August 1946) is a Hong Kong cinema actor who has acted in numerous Cantonese films. Wong is best known for his role as Iron Head in ''Shaolin Soccer'' for which he won popular awards. He has appeared in more than 139 films in his career thus far. Selected filmography Films * ''The Royal Scoundrel'' (1991) * '' Justice, My Foot!'' (1992) * '' Hail the Judge'' (1994) * '' Love in the Time of Twilight'' (1995) * ''Out of the Dark'' (1995) * '' Forbidden City Cop'' (1996) * ''Shaolin Soccer'' (2001) * '' Love Me, Love My Money'' (2001) * '' Stolen Love'' (2001) * '' Beauty and the Breast'' (2002) * '' My Kung-Fu Sweetheart'' (2006) * ''Kung Fu Dunk'' (2008) * ''Magic Barber'' (2015) * ''Lovely Devil'' (2015) * '' Insomnia Lover'' (2016) * '' Witch Walker'' (2018) TV * '' Mutual Affection'' (1996) * '' State of Divinity'' (1996) * '' The Hitman Chronicles'' (1997) * '' Young Hero Fong Sai Yuk'' (1999) * '' The Duke of the Mount Deer 2000'' (2000) * ''Ches ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James Tien (actor)
James Tien (born 28 May 1942) is a Hong Kong retired actor. He appeared in almost 70 films, primarily in Hong Kong action cinema, including roles in the films of martial arts stars including Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung. He often played villains or supporting roles. He retired from the film industry in 1996. History Born in Chao'an County, Guangdong, James Tien moved with his British family of Chinese descent to Hong Kong in 1958. He became a student of the Fu Sheng Drama School in Taipei, Taiwan, along with Angela Mao and Philip Kwok. His acting career began in the late 1960s, when he joined Shaw Brothers Studio. His first significant acting role was in the 1969 film '' Raw Courage'', directed by Lo Wei. After appearing in a number of further Shaw Brothers films, he moved to Golden Harvest, where he played Bruce Lee's cousin in ''The Big Boss'' (1971). This was followed by a role in Lee's next film, ''Fist of Fury''. He was originally intended to co-star in ''Ga ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lung Fong
Jimmy Lung Fong (龍方) was a Hong Kong actor, film director, and action choreographer. Lung was best known to moviegoers for his frequent portrayal of villains in various Hong Kong films, most notably in films made by Wong Jing. Lung retired from the film industry, and died from lung cancer in 2008. Career Lung Fong was born Li Chien-Min. He started his career by playing small roles in porno's and martial arts films during the 1970s. In 1981, he left his acting career, after starring in a series of unsuccessful films. In 1989, director Wong Jing needed someone to play a villain in ''Casino Raiders''. While Wong had dinner at restaurant while Lung was the manager, he asked Lung for an audition. Playing the role turned out to be Lung's biggest career breakthrough, and he was nominated for a "Best New Performer" award at the Hong Kong Film Awards. Lung left his restaurant job, and went on to play numerous other villains in the following decade. He retired from acting again ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ma Sik-chun
Ma Sik-chun (, 1938 – 15 June 2015) was a Hong Kong businessman, media mogul and, along with his brother Ma Sik-yu, co-founder of the Oriental Daily News. Biography Ma Sik-chun and his older brother Ma Sik-yu came from Chiu Chow, Guangdong. They eventually relocated to Hong Kong. The Ma brothers became associates of Ng Shek-ho, a major drug trafficker in Hong Kong. It was alleged that the Ma brothers began trafficking heroin from 1967 onward, with Ma Sik-chun earning the nickname "Golden Ma". At the time, Ma Sik-chun was in charge of street gangs and distribution. For their procurement of heroin, the Ma brothers aligned themselves with Laos general Ouane Rattikone. Ma Sik-chun was considered one of the biggest drug lords in Asia. The brothers founded the Oriental Daily News in 1969. In 1977, warrants were issued for the arrest of the brothers for the importation of 700 tonnes of opium into Hong Kong between 1968 and 1974. Ma Sik-chun's brother, Ma Sik-yu escaped to Taiwan, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ma Sik-yu
Ma Sik-yu (, died 1998) was a Hong Kong businessman and, along with his brother Ma Sik-chun, co-founder of the Oriental Daily News. Biography Ma Sik-yu and his younger brother Ma Sik-chun came from Chiu Chow, Guangdong. They eventually relocated to Hong Kong. The Ma brothers became associates of Ng Shek-ho, a major drug trafficker in Hong Kong. Ma Sik-yu was nicknamed "White Powder Ma". It was alleged that the Ma brothers began trafficking heroin from 1967 onward. They were able to procure heroin by having Ma Sik-yu personally traveled to the Golden Triangle in Burma, along with forging a political alliance with Laos general Ouane Rattikone. Ma Sik-yu was also involved in the activities of Chiu Chow triads in Thailand. The brothers founded the ''Oriental Daily News'' in 1969. In 1977, warrants were issued for the arrest of the brothers for the importation of 700 tonnes of opium into Hong Kong between 1968 and 1974. Ma Sik-yu, after being tipped off about the police, escaped ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eddy Ko
Eddy Ko Hung (; born Ho Yiu-sum (); 13 December 1937) is a Hong Kong actor and martial artist. He has appeared in over 150 film and television roles since his debut in 1969. He is perhaps best known for his roles as Chan Chung in the 1984 Hong Kong action war film '' Heroes Shed No Tears'', and Hong in the 1998 American buddy cop action film ''Lethal Weapon 4''. Most recently, he has made appearances in several international films including 2015's ''The Martian''. Early life Ko was born Ho Yiu-sim in Zhongshan, Guangdong Province in 1937, and moved to British Hong Kong with his family as a child. He trained in kung fu and judo, and was a lion dancer. Career Ko joined Shaw Brothers Studio in the late 1960s as a stuntman, and made his film acting debut in 1969, adopting the name Ko Hung as a stage name. He is also sometimes also credited as Ko Hung, Gao Xiong, Eddie Ko, Edward Ko, and Lin Sheng (). Throughout the 1970s and '80s, he appeared in numerous martial arts films. S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Siu-kei
Lee Siu-kei (; 4 December 1949 – 2 June 2019) was a Hong Kong actor, scriptwriter and producer. He was a triad member and served as consultant for many Hong Kong triad movies. Lee left organized crime after being invited to act by director Ringo Lam in the 1980s. Lee along with Shing Fui-On, Ho Ka-kui, and Kwong Leung Wong were known as the "top four villains of the Hong Kong film industry" due to their prominence in the 1980s and 1990s. Lee was referred to as "基哥" or "Brother Kei". Lee suffered a stroke in early 2015 and affected his mobility. Since then, his involvement in the entertainment industry has declined. He admitted he had financial problems, as most of his life savings had been used for medical treatment. Personal life Lee married Yau Hau Ching, his girlfriend of 30 years, in February 2019. On 2 June 2019, Lee died of liver cancer in Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hong Kong, Queen Elizabeth Hospital at the age of 69. He was survived by his wife, brother, and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
