https://soundcloud.com/the-important-cinema-club/170-ann-hui-has-won-all-the-awards-but-is-still-underseen We discuss the career of Writer/Director Ann Hui and her films SONG OF THE EXILE, A SIMPLE LIFE and BOAT PEOPLE. Become a Patreon subscriber for $5 a month and...
We tackle the work of Hong Kong auteur Johnnie To and discuss his journeyman roots that evolved into his distinct cinematic style and the future of passionate film artist in the Mainland Chinese machine. Featuring, bullets, gangsters and a handful of romantic musical...
We tackle the work of Hong Kong funnyman Stephen Chow (Shaolin Soccer, Kung-Fu Hustle, Tricky Brains) and discuss his early prolific output, Chow's distinct style, and the difficulty of culturally specific comedy. PLUS, LAUGHS! Featuring Justin's TOP TEN STEPHEN CHOW...
I'm always suspicious when someone calls a film "a non-stop thrill ride!" because we all know that the motion picture game simply doesn't work that way. Fury Road takes some time to breathe. Hard Boiled has a middle section filled with smooth jazz. Non-Stop is more...
