Gems of Chinese Opera Film [Chinese Culture Festival 2026]

Highlights

As a flagship programme of the Chinese Culture Festival 2026, this series celebrates the brilliant era of Hong Kong cinema in the 1950s and 60s. During this period, local film production companies actively adapted regional Chinese operas, transforming the essence of stage performance into silver-screen classics. These works are renowned for their poetic lyrics, exquisite costumes, and high artistic value, standing as precious treasures in the history of Chinese cinema.

Programme

This retrospective selection brings classic Chinese opera films back to the big screen. A highlight of the programme is "The Bride Who Seizes the Husband" (1961), co-directed by Hu Xiaofeng and Lin Huan (the famed novelist Jin Yong), starring the legendary Xia Meng, with vocals performed by renowned Yue opera artists. Through these films, the audience will be immersed in the profound cultural heritage of China and the unique charm of the harmonious fusion between traditional opera and cinematic art.

Production & Partners

This programme is presented by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, with the support of Sil-Metropole Organisation Ltd, ensuring that every selected film is presented with the highest quality of preservation and projection.

Ticketing & Venue

• Venue: Hong Kong Film Archive Cinema (50 Lei King Road, Sai Wan Ho)
• Dates: 19 - 20 September 2026
• Ticket Price: HKD 60
• On Sale Date: From 14 August 2026
• Ticketing: Tickets are available via URBTIX.

We warmly invite film enthusiasts and supporters of traditional arts to join us for this cinematic feast across time.