The King of Comedy (Hei kek ji wong) (1999)

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Release Date: Feb 13, 1999 Wide

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Release Date: Feb 13, 1999 Wide

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Wan Tin-sau (Stephen Chiau) is a struggling actor who has devoted his life to the study of his craft, but unfortunately the moment he gets on a film set, disaster usually strikes. However, Wan refuses to give up, and is busy trying to stage a traditional Asian drama, "Thunderstorm," when he gets an unusual job offer. Piu-piu (Cecilia Cheung) is a bar girl who wants to be able to feign a greater interest in her customers, so she hires Wan to give her private acting lessons. The longer they work

Unrated, 1 hr. 25 min.

Drama, Romance, Art House & International, Comedy

Directed By: Lik-Chi Lee , Stephen Chow

In Theaters: Feb 13, 1999 Wide

On DVD: Jan 23, 2001

Cast

Stephen Chow
Wan Tin-sau
Karen Mok
Cuckoo To
Cecilia Cheung
Piu Piu
Man Tat Ng

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Fun Chow flick that shows the promise of a future great director. Love the ending.

February 26, 2007

Christopher Brown

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This film is an amazing comedic work of art. It combines romance, comedy and action so deftly. There is a depth here that is rare in Hollywood comedies. As I was watching this film, I couldn't help but think of the things I've read about Stephen Chow (or Chiau). Most people seem to feel that his films don't play well

December 10, 2009