MADE IN HONG KONG. CINEMA OF TRANSFORMATION

Discover the fascinating world of Hong Kong cinema, reflecting the turbulent political and social changes. This unique publication is a collection of voices from critics, film scholars, and people associated with the film industry, which allows you to look at Hong Kong cinema from many perspectives. Analyze the achievements of outstanding directors, discover lesser-known faces of genre cinema, and learn about the behind-the-scenes of production. Immerse yourself in the story of a vibrant, surprising, and contrasting Hong Kong film culture.

• In-depth analysis of Hong Kong cinema during the period of transformation.
• Multi-threaded story of Hong Kong film culture.
• Perspectives of critics, film scholars, and filmmakers.
• Discovering lesser-known faces of genre cinema.
• Presentation of the achievements of outstanding directors.
• Analysis of the behind-the-scenes of film productions.
• Collaboration with the Art Arteria Foundation and the Asian Film Festival Five Flavors.

The book "Made in Hong Kong. Cinema of Transformation" is not only a film analysis but also a deep look at the society and politics of Hong Kong. The changes that have taken place in this region are reflected in the cinema, which has become a medium for expressing the fears, hopes, and aspirations of the residents. The authors of the volume analyze how these tensions resonate in bold action cinema, family comedies, and conscious auteur cinema. This publication makes it possible to understand how Hong Kong cinema has become a mirror reflecting the complex reality of this place.

This publication is the result of cooperation with the Art Arteria Foundation, which guarantees a high level of substantive and artistic quality. The book is published on the occasion of the 13th Asian Film Festival Five Flavors, which further emphasizes its importance in the context of promoting Asian culture in Poland. The editing by Jagoda Murczyńska guarantees a careful selection of texts and thematic consistency. This is a must-read for all lovers of Asian cinema, film students, and people interested in the culture and politics of Hong Kong.

The book "Made in Hong Kong. Cinema of Transformation" is a unique publication that allows you to understand how Hong Kong cinema has become a medium for expressing the fears, hopes, and aspirations of the residents. It is a fascinating journey through the world of film, which allows you to better understand the culture and politics of Hong Kong. Thanks to the voices of critics, film scholars, and people directly related to the film industry collected in this volume, the reader has the opportunity to look at Hong Kong cinema from many perspectives and discover its lesser-known faces.