The Hong Kong Film Festival returns to Dubai
The Hong Kong Film Festival returns to Dubai as the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation (HKFGP), showcasing an eclectic selection of Hong Kong’s most captivating cinematic works. Running from November 2 to November 8 at Cinema Akil in AlSerkal Avenue, this year’s festival promises a vibrant cultural fusion, offering Dubai’s audience a fresh lens on Hong Kong’s dynamic film industry.
The 2024 Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation features eight carefully curated films, starting with the soulful love story *True Love, For Once in My Life*. Audiences will also enjoy the heartwarming drama *Once in a Blue Moon*, the romantic thriller *Love Lies*, the action-packed *Stuntman*, and the reflective drama *Time Still Turns the Page*. Two gripping crime films, *Dust to Dust* and two Hong Kong classics, *A Better Tomorrow* and *In the Mood for Love*, round out the selection. Expect a diverse cinematic journey with intense action, stirring romance, and thought-provoking narratives.
HKFGP goes beyond film screenings, offering an immersive experience where audiences can engage with Hong Kong’s finest talent. Actress Gladys Li (*Once in a Blue Moon*), director Delon Siu (*True Love, For Once in My Life*), director Jonathan Li (*Dust to Dust*), and film critic Kevin Ma will participate in three post-screening Q&A sessions, a panel discussion at Cinema Akil, and a film forum at the American University of Sharjah.
“The third edition of the HKFGP in Dubai is a contemporary, timely and engaging celebration true to the spirit of East-to-East cultural exchange”
