Passing Flickers (1982)
Original title: 三十年細說從頭
Passing Flickers is a 1982 Chinese-language comedy movie directed by Li Han-Hsiang, with a running time of 1h 32m. It stars Tony Liu Tian-jue, Tai Liang-Chun and Choh Seung-Wan.
The main characters - the arrogant, harassed director, the sexy starlet, or naïve actors are familiar enough stereotypes. Along the way however, there is some fun to be had as more humorous incidents occur on the sound stage, together with dashes of nudity. Some of the events are presumably inspired by real life experiences, others have a distinct air of wishful fabrication. The over-the-top Kung Fu star, deserted by director and crew as he goes through his pointless extended routine, for instance. Or the action heroes, sweating in furs while they dutifully munch through their meal scene, 'snow' falling outside in studio land.
Quick answers
What is Passing Flickers about?
The main characters - the arrogant, harassed director, the sexy starlet, or naïve actors are familiar enough stereotypes. Along the way however, there is some fun to be had as more humorous incidents occur on the sound stage, together with dashes of nudity. Some of the events are presumably inspired by real life experiences, others have a distinct air of wishful fabrication. The over-the-top Kung Fu star, deserted by director and crew as he goes through his pointless extended routine, for instance. Or the action heroes, sweating in furs while they dutifully munch through their meal scene, 'snow' falling outside in studio land.
When was Passing Flickers released?
Passing Flickers was released on 6 April 1982.
How long is Passing Flickers?
Passing Flickers runs 1h 32m.
Who made Passing Flickers?
Passing Flickers was directed by Li Han-Hsiang.
Cast
- Tony Liu Tian-jue as Xu Xiang
- Tai Liang-Chun as Ms Dai
- Choh Seung-Wan as Queen of Temple Street
- Ku Feng as Movie director
- Lee Din-Hing as Mary
- Helen Poon Bing-Seung as Actress of White Snake
- Susan Shaw Yam-Yam as Shao Yin Yin
- Chan Shen as Fa Hai
- Ching Miao as Dr Zhao
- Wang Lai as Md She
- Chiang Nan as Movie director Yang
- Shum Lo as Movie producer