The Hong Kong Film Festival returns to Dubai as the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation from November 2nd to 8th
Running from November 2nd to November 8th at Cinema Akil in AlSerkal Avenue, the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation 2024 will showcase eight carefully curated films. The festival is more than just film screenings—it is an immersive experience where audiences can connect with Hong Kong’s finest talent, including actress Gladys Li from Once in A Blue Moon, director Delon Siu from True Love, for Once in My Life, director Jonathan Li from Dust to Dust and experienced film critic Kevin Ma. Interviews/commentary are available from the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation spokespeople as well as the above talent, if of interest.
Dubai, UAE, 23rd October 2024: The Hong Kong Film Festival returns to Dubai as the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation (HKFGP) with an eclectic selection of Hong Kong’s most captivating cinematic masterpieces. Running from November 2nd to November 8th at Cinema Akil in AlSerkal Avenue, this year’s festival promises an exciting cultural fusion, giving Dubai’s vibrant audience a fresh perspective on Hong Kong’s dynamic film industry.
A still from 'Once in Blue Moon'
Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation 2024 will showcase eight carefully curated films, starting with the opening film True Love, For Once in My Life featuring soulful love tales, followed by the heartwarming drama Once in a Blue Moon, the romantic thriller Love Lies, the action-packed Stuntman, the reflective drama Time Still Turns the Page and gripping crime stories like Dust to Dust. The festival offers a cinematic journey through Hong Kong’s diverse genres.
A still from 'Time Still Turns the Page'
Two Hong Kong classic films will also be featured, A Better Tomorrow and In the Mood for Love. Expect intense action, stirring romance, and thought-provoking narratives that will leave audiences wanting more.
But the festival is more than just film screenings—HKFGP is an immersive experience. Audiences can connect with Hong Kong’s finest talent, including actress Gladys Li from Once in A Blue Moon, director Delon Siu from True Love, for Once in My Life, director Jonathan Li from Dust to Dust and experienced film critic Kevin Ma, through three post-screening Q&A sessions and a panel discussion at Cinema Akil and a film forum at the American University of Sharjah.
A still from 'In the Mood for Love'
Whether a cinema buff, an aspiring filmmaker, or just someone who loves discovering new stories, the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation offers something for everyone.
For tickets and more information, visit www.cinemaakil.com. Follow the Asian Film Awards Academy and Cinema Akil on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates, event highlights, and sneak peeks behind the scenes.
Screening information:
Date: 2 - 8 November 2024
Venue: Cinema Akil (Warehouse 68, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz Industrial District, Dubai, UAE)
Language: Dialogues in original language with Chinese and English subtitles
Schedule:
Saturday, November 2nd, 19:15 - True Love for Once in My Life
Sunday, November 3rd, 19:00 - Once in a Blue Moon; 22:00 - Time Stil Turns the Pages
Monday, November 4th, 19:00 - Dust to Dust
Tuesday, November 5th, 19:00 - Stuntman
Wedneday, November 6th, 19:00 - Love Lies
Thursday, November 7th, 19: 00 - A Better Tomorrow
Friday, November 8th, 19:00 - In the Mood For Love
