Cast
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Chow Lai-Kuen
as 'Cheeky girl'
Hon Kwok-Choi
as Tsai Chai
Danny Lau Dan
as Sheng Tan
Cheng Lui
as Big Lei
Cheng Kei-Ying
as Huang Pao-Chi
Chung Gwok-Yan
as Crazy Jen
Jin Gui
as
Homer Cheung
as
Lok Kei
as Inspector
Mang Ding-Goh
as Lei's thug
Bill Lake
as
Tsui Oi-Sam
as
Fung Ging-Man
as Big Brother Wen
Zackey Chan Ngai-Wai
as
Fanny Leung Man-Yee
as
Crew
Director
- Hua Shan
Writer
- Cheng Kei-Ying
- Chung Gwok-Yan
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Gang of Four 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 Hua Shan 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 1978, 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 Gang of Four took approximately 28 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 80 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 131 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 376 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1978, when this film was released:
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- Disco music dominated popular culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 5, 1978
- Runtime: 1h 20m