The Hong Kong Film Festival returns to Dubai as the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation (HKFGP), showcasing an eclectic selection of Hong Kong’s most captivating cinematic works. Running from November 2 to November 8 at Cinema Akil in Alserkal Avenue, this year’s festival promises a vibrant cultural fusion, offering Dubai’s audience a fresh lens on Hong Kong’s dynamic film industry.
The 2024 Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation features eight carefully curated films, starting with the soulful love story *True Love, For Once in My Life*. Audiences will also enjoy the heartwarming drama *Once in a Blue Moon*, the romantic thriller *Love Lies*, the action-packed *Stuntman*, and the reflective drama *Time Still Turns the Page*. Two gripping crime films, *Dust to Dust* and two Hong Kong classics, *A Better Tomorrow* and *In the Mood for Love*, round out the selection. Expect a diverse cinematic journey with intense action, stirring romance, and thought-provoking narratives.
HKFGP goes beyond film screenings, offering an immersive experience where audiences can engage with Hong Kong’s finest talent. Actress Gladys Li (*Once in a Blue Moon*), director Delon Siu (*True Love, For Once in My Life*), director Jonathan Li (*Dust to Dust*), and film critic Kevin Ma will participate in three post-screening Q&A sessions, a panel discussion at Cinema Akil, and a film forum at the American University of Sharjah.
“The third edition of the HKFGP in Dubai is a contemporary, timely and engaging celebration true to the spirit of East-to-East cultural exchange”
