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Hong Kong Hustle: The Chinese Cinema Odyssey Of Stephen Chow

Hong Kong Hustle: The Chinese Cinema Odyssey Of Stephen Chow

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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.

Directed by Naomi Holwill
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Stephen Chow

Stephen Chow

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Rick Baker

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Cheng Man-Fai

Cheng Man-Fai

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Bill Borden

Bill Borden

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Frank Djeng

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Chu Ko

Chu Ko

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Dr. Elaine Chung

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Daniel O'Brien

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David West

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About Hong Kong Hustle: The Chinese Cinema Odyssey Of Stephen Chow

Hong Kong Hustle: The Chinese Cinema Odyssey Of Stephen Chow is a documentary film released in 2024 exploring themes of hong kong, stephen chow. Directed by Naomi Holwill, it stars Stephen Chow, Rick Baker, Cheng Man-Fai. 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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