#anthony chan

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Mr. Virgin (1984) | dir. Anthony Chan Yau

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Mr. Vampire (1985)

Okay, the little vampire in the 5th gif isn't from Mr. Vampire, but instead from one of the many sequels. The interaction between him and Lam Ching-ying's Master Kau (aka One-Eyebrow Priest) is just too cute. Plus, the little guy doesn't speak; he squeaks.

Mr. Vampire didn't invent the jianshi (Chinese hopping vampires) film genre, but it sure as heck popularized it. The series, and its many imitators (most of which starred Lam as well), was hugely successful. Lam was even acting in a television series based on Mr. Vampire when, tragically, he passed away from liver cancer.

Golden Harvest, the Chinese studio behind the Mr. Vampire series, attempted to remake the film for the American market under the title Demon Hunters, but ceased filming not long after production started.

Since then Michelle Yeoh's production company has teased that it wants to make its own American market remake. However, it's been over 20 years since they made that announcement, and now that Madame Yeoh is an Oscar ™ winner she's probably too busy to do it. However, a remake with her in Lam's role as the Taoist exorcist would be fantastic! Especially if she could leverage a reunion of her old Hong Kong buddies - Jackie Chan, Sammy Hung, Yuen Wan, Donnie Yen, et. al. - to appear in it as well.

A guy can dream, can't he?

In the meantime, if you've never seen Mr. Vampire or any of its sequels, you need to remedy that RIGHT NOW! They are loads of fun, and I think you'll really enjoy them.

[angelstills]

Mr. Virgin (1984)

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Old Meets New — Architecture

Anthony Chan, Hong Kong

Sony World Photography Awards 2022

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Behind the Yellow Line (缘份), dir. Taylor Wong. 1984.

Starring Leslie Cheung as Paul, a hapless chemistry nerd rather divergent from Cheung’s typical sensual and enigmatic roles, this Hong Kong romantic comedy explores youthful love in the growing pace of city life. On the first day of his new job, Paul sights Monica, a beautiful young woman played by Maggie Cheung, at the local MTR station, and is struck by love at first sight. However, he also catches the eye of shameless, rich Anita, played by Anita Mui, who lavishes him with annoying affection and money but is only looking for fun. External relationships, including increasing attention from Monica’s boss Ng-Wai, played by Anthony Chan, disrupt Paul and Monica’s quest for stability in love.

Behind the Yellow Line is beloved as an early film starring a trio of now-renowned actors before they achieved stardom. Though not critically acclaimed, it has become more successful over the years as fans watch it to see the performances of favorite celebrities.

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Nicole Ferguson made her debut as Lady Thiang yesterday!

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Rigor Mortis 2013

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Mr. Virgin (1984) | dir. Anthony Chan Yau