“Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema” returns to Montreal, Canada, this summer, bringing another exciting chapter of Hong Kong’s cinematic storytelling to Canadian audiences.
The touring film programme, running from September 18 to 20, spotlights the evolution and creativity of Hong Kong cinema through a curated selection of six contemporary works by both emerging and established filmmakers.
At the opening reception on September 18, the Acting Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto) (HKETO), Mr Gavin Yeung, welcomed the return of “Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema” to Canada. He said that the programme, following the successful showcases in the past two years, highlights the strong cultural connections between Hong Kong and Montreal and promotes international appreciation for Hong Kong’s cinema.
“We hope this programme can take audiences through Hong Kong cinema’s evolution - celebrating its rich legacy while offering a glimpse into a new era built on creative innovation,” he added.
He invited audiences to discover Hong Kong firsthand: to explore the city’s iconic film sites and immerse themselves in its vibrant energy and cinematic spirit.
Also present at the networking reception was a delegation of creative talent from Hong Kong, including actress Michelle Wai and actor Dylan So, as well as director Chan Tai-lee. They participated in the Montreal stop of “Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema” and interacted with audiences at the Q&A sessions following the screenings.
Launched in 2022, “Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema” is sponsored by Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, presented by the Hong Kong International Film Festival Society and supported by the HKETO. Now in its fourth year, the programme has reached 15 international cities and has established itself as a key platform for showcasing Hong Kong’s dynamic film culture.
Supported by the HKETO in collaboration with Asian Pop-Up Cinema in Chicago, the Montreal stop this year features a diverse lineup of films, namely “Last Dance” (Extended Version), “Papa”, “Last Song for You”, “Behind the Shadows”, “Fight for Tomorrow” and “My First of May”.
「光影浪潮：香港電影新動力」滿地可站展現香港電影創意魅力
「光影浪潮：香港電影新動力」今年夏日重臨加拿大滿地可，向當地觀眾展現香港電影魅力。
巡迴影展於九月十八日至二十日舉行，透過六部由香港新晉及資深電影創作人執導的作品，呈現香港電影藝術的發展與創意。
香港駐多倫多經濟貿易辦事處（香港經貿處）署理處長楊江鋒在九月十八日出席開幕酒會時歡迎影展重臨滿地可。他指影展過去兩年深受觀眾歡迎，不僅展現香港與滿地可在文化領域的連結，更提高香港電影在全球的吸引力。
他指出：「我們期望影展能引領觀眾認識香港電影的演變進程——在回顧輝煌成就之餘，同時展望未來的創意發展。」
楊江鋒邀請觀眾到訪香港，探索經典電影場景，親身感受香港的都市動感與光影魅力。
多位來自香港的電影界代表，包括演員衞詩雅及蘇文濤，以及導演陳大利亦親臨影展滿地可站，出席開幕酒會，並於電影放映後的座談環節與當地觀眾交流。
「光影浪潮：香港電影新動力」由文創產業發展處贊助、香港國際電影節協會主辦及香港經貿處支持，於二○二二年首次推出。計劃迄今踏入第四年，已走訪全球15個城市，致力推廣香港電影的獨特魅力。
今年滿地可站續獲香港經貿處支持，並與芝加哥的亞洲躍動電影節協辦。放映片目包括：《破·地獄》（加長版）、《爸爸》、《久別重逢》、《私家偵探》、《拼命三郎》及《無名指》。
