Memories to Choke On, Drinks to Wash Them Down

Memories to Choke On, Drinks to Wash Them Down

2019 · 77 min · ★ 7.7 · Drama, Documentary, Comedy

This anthology film, whose Chinese title begins with a romantic name for human excrement, premiered internationally at Rotterdam and won Best Screenplay from the Hong Kong Film Critics Society. A variety of Hong Kong people wrestle with nostalgia when facing an uncertain future. Their stories give way to a documentary featuring a young barista turned political candidate.

Directed by Leung Ming-kai · Written by Leung Ming-kai

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