Cast
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Jennifer Tse Ting-Ting
as Yan
Kate Tsui Tsz-Shan
as Shou Yung
Annie Liu Xin-You
as Isabella
BabyJohn Choi Hon-Yik
as Roy
Venus Wong
as Carmen
Simon Lui Yu-Yeung
as Florist
Carrie Ng Ka-Lai
as Florist Boss
Eric Kwok Wai-Leung
as Market Sun
Rebecca Zhu
as Niki
Carlos Chan Ka-Lok
as Harry
Leung Kin-Ping
as Uncle Yi
Violet Lee Ying
as Isabella's Mother
Cheng Chu-Fung
as Funeral Home Staff
Ruth Tsang
as Funeral Home Staff
Anne Heung Hoi-Lam
as
Crew
Director
- Carrie Ng Ka-Lai
Writer
- Howard Yip
- Frankie Tam Gong-Yuen
- Damon Liu
- Jimmy Cheng Man-Ho
- Link Ling San
- Ham Chun-Yu
Producer
- Ng Kin-Hung
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Knock Knock Who's There presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by blending supernatural elements with realistic human reactions.
Director Carrie Ng Ka-Lai 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 Knock Knock Who's There took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 88 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 136 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The musical score contains over 49 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 2454 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2015, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 27, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 28m