Storyline
In an attempt to win back the public's interest, has-been Hong Kong film star Lau Wai-chi makes a comeback film with a major director. To prepare for his role as a peasant farmer in the 1960s, he travels to the mainland China countryside to experience rural life there, but his arrogance triggers a series of farces.
Cast & Crew
Andy Lau
Liu Weichi
Lead
Pal Sinn Lap-Man
Lin Weiguo
Rima Zeidan
Summer
Daniel Yu
Yue Sir
Ning Hao
Lin Hao
Kelly Lin Hsi-Lei
Mrs. Liu Weichi
Tony Leung Ka-fai
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Miriam Yeung Chin-Wah
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What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Ning Hao's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Movie Emperor is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
