Cast
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Sean Lau Ching-Wan
as Nam
Jimmy Wong Shu-Kei
as On
Debbie Cheung Jing
as
Alan Chui Chung-San
as Kuen
Lee Siu-Kay
as Kei
Yuen Bun
as Loi
Lam Chung
as
Felix Lok Ying-Kwan
as
Gordon Lam Ka-Tung
as Restaurant Worker
Wong Yat-Fei
as Shop Owner
Kenny Wong Tak-Ban
as
Bobby Au-Yeung Tsan-Wah
as
Gregory Charles Rivers
as
Helen Ma Hoi-Lun
as
Evergreen Mak Cheung-Ching
as
Crew
Director
- Johnnie To
Writer
- Cheung Wa-Biu
- Gary Tang Tak-Hey
Producer
- Johnnie To
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Story of Nam examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Johnnie To brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1989, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Story of Nam took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 137 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 64 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1989, when this film was released:
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 31, 1989
- Runtime: 1h 25m