Cast
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Maggie Siu Mei-Kei
as Wong Wu Di / Butterfly
Teresa Mo
as Chow Wai Kuen
Tony Leung Ka-Fai
as Keith Lui
Wong Wan-Sze
as Yim Fan (Black Rose #1)
Petrina Fung Bo-Bo
as Piu Hung (Black Rose #2)
Lawrence Ah Mon
as Publisher
Chan Fai-Hung
as Fred
Teddy Yip Wing-Cho
as Fred's Insurance Agency Boss
Lam Lap-San
as Alan
Karen Suen
as Apple
Calvin Poon Yuen-Leung
as News Reporter
Thomas Lam Cho-Fai
as Chuen
Crystal Kwok
as Chuen's Wife
Cheung Ying-Tsoi
as
Guy Lai Ying-Chau
as
Crew
Director
- Jeffrey Lau Chun-Wai
Writer
- Jeffrey Lau Chun-Wai
Producer
- Laura Fau Lok-Lin
- Chiu Li-Kwan
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Comedy/Romance film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, The Legendary La Rose Noire distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Jeffrey Lau Chun-Wai 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1992, 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 The Legendary La Rose Noire took approximately 16 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 154 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1964 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1992, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While The Legendary La Rose Noire shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Cover Girl, which focuses more on action than character development, The Legendary La Rose Noire subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Chipmunk Adventure and Turn It Up explore similar territory, The Legendary La Rose Noire stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: July 2, 1992
- Runtime: 1h 40m
