Making Waves: Hong Kong Cinema Returns to Montreal This Summer

"Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema" returns to Montreal to showcase creativity of Hong Kong cinema

​"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 (Montreal time), the Acting Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto) (Toronto ETO), 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 the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, presented by the Hong Kong International Film Festival Society and supported by the Toronto ETO. 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 Toronto ETO 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".

"Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema" returns to Montreal to showcase creativity of Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

"Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema" returns to Montreal to showcase creativity of Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

"Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema" returns to Montreal to showcase creativity of Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Home Affairs Department alerts public to attempted impersonations of Care Teams

A spokesman for the Home Affairs Department (HAD) today (June 18) alerted members of the public to beware of attempted impersonations of District Services and Community Care Teams (Care Teams) for fraudulent purposes.

The HAD has recently been informed by an individual sub-district Care Team that some residents were visited by persons who claimed to be Care Team members, distributing blessing bags to an elderly person and requesting the elderly to sign unknown papers.

The spokesman reminded members of the public that they should remain vigilant when any request for visit by unknown persons, as well as unidentified calls or messages are received. If in doubt about the identity of the callers or visitors, please call 182 111 to verify the identity of Care Team members and volunteers, and obtain the Care Teams' contact information. In case of suspicious circumstances, please call the 24-hour Anti-Scam Helpline 18222.

Members and volunteers of Care Teams will wear Care Team uniforms and display Care Team member or volunteer Certificates of Identity for identification when providing caring services. Members of the public may visit the dedicated webpage on members of Sub-district Care Teams (www.had.gov.hk/en/public_services/district_services_community_care_teams/subdistrictcareteams.htm) for the information of Care Team members and the contact information of their operating organisations.

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