Headlines (2001)
Original title: 頭號人物
Headlines is a 2001 Chinese-language drama movie directed by Heung Laap-Hang, with a running time of 1h 28m. It stars Emil Chau, Maggie Cheung Ho-Yee and Daniel Wu.
A rookie reporter is trying to overcome his lack of experience. An uptight reporter is seeking to find the good in people, and willing to forgive and forget the insults of her job. A middle-aged reporter uses his connections through many higher offices to make his stories come together. Dealing with modern journalism, the movie tries to do justice to both sides of the newspaper industry. On one side, the reporters are trying to do a good job in reporting the news, and for some, bringing resolution to problems. On the other side, the "victims" of reporters, who believe they are entitled to their privacy, are preventing the reporters from doing their job.
Quick answers
What is Headlines about?
A rookie reporter is trying to overcome his lack of experience. An uptight reporter is seeking to find the good in people, and willing to forgive and forget the insults of her job. A middle-aged reporter uses his connections through many higher offices to make his stories come together. Dealing with modern journalism, the movie tries to do justice to both sides of the newspaper industry. On one side, the reporters are trying to do a good job in reporting the news, and for some, bringing resolution to problems. On the other side, the "victims" of reporters, who believe they are entitled to their privacy, are preventing the reporters from doing their job.
When was Headlines released?
Headlines was released on 11 January 2001.
How long is Headlines?
Headlines runs 1h 28m.
Who made Headlines?
Headlines was directed by Heung Laap-Hang.