The Day the Sun Turned Cold
1994 · 99 min · ★ 5.8 · Mystery, Crime, Drama
Guan Jian wants to report the murder of his father who died 10 years ago. The alleged murderer whom Guan Jian accuses of the crime is his own mother.
Directed by Yim Ho · Written by Hing-Dong Wong
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Siqin Gaowa Mother -
Tou Tsung-hua Guan Jian -
Ma Jingwu Father -
Wei Zi Lover - S Shu Zhong Young Son
- L Li Hu Captain
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