Cast
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Robert Patrick
as Reginald Cameron
Brion James
as Simon Alexander
Tim Thomerson
as Jack McGraw
Ming-Na Wen
as Katie Chun
Andrew Divoff
as Malcolm Goodchild
Chad Stahelski
as Leong
Joey Leung Wing-Chung
as Johnny Chow
Meng-bang Li
as Chun
Selena Chau-yuet You
as Li (as Selena Mangh)
Steve Day
as Frank Richardson
Nonong Talbo
as General Woo
Joseph Pe
as Katie's Student
Judy McAndrew
as Jack's Assistant
Terri Conn
as Woo's Bodyguard
Tyrone Victa
as Navy Lieutenant
Crew
Director
- Albert Pyun
Writer
- Randall Fontana
Producer
- Lope V. Juban Jr.
- Tom Karnowski
- Gary Schmoeller
- Charles Wang
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Hong Kong 97 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 Albert Pyun 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 1994, 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 Hong Kong 97 took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 91 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 133 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1994, when this film was released:
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 9, 1994
- Runtime: 1h 31m