Cast
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Zhu Zhu
as Feng Xiao (segment 1)
Yang Feiyang
as Shen Ying (segment 1)
Shi Yufei
as Yue Sisi (segment 1)
Joyce Feng
as Yang Xiaoyun (segment 1)
Huang Youming
as Yang Shuo (segment 1)
Lü Yulai
as Tang Wei (segment 2)
Lin Jiangguo
as Xielin (segment 2)
Michelle Hu
as Yaoyi (segment 2)
Howard Tsou
as Zuo Yuanfeng (segment 2)
Aarif Rahman
as Wong Chi-Leung / Huang Ziliang (segment 3)
Janice Man
as Mang Pui-Wan / Meng Peiyun (segment 3)
Oscar Leung Lit-Wai
as Sam (segment 3)
Helena Law Lan
as Lung Popo (segment 3)
Matt Chow
as Chiu-Chow Wah / Chouzuihua (segment 3)
Bob Lam Shing-Ban
as Keung-gou / Qiang-ge (segment 3)
Crew
Director
- Raymond Yip Wai-Man
- Meng Tian
- Xian Xu-Chu
Writer
- Xiaoyang Ding
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Mystery film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Tales of Mystery presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Raymond Yip Wai-Man 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 2015, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Tales of Mystery took approximately 29 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 89 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 124 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 204 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2015, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 23, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 29m