Cheung, the Dragon Boatman (1952)
Synopsis
This is a film that celebrates the moral function of art. Sun Ma Si-tsang, at once a master Cantonese opera actor and a talented comedian, showcases an oft-overlooked style of singing, presenting it as an inspirational force that saves life and betters relationships. He plays the titled character, who doesn't operate a boat and is nowhere near bodies of water, but an artist specialising in the Dragon Boat style of music. Forced to perform on the streets to make a living, he ventures into situations manifesting the many societal problems that plague Hong Kong, inspiring and elevating common folks with his artistry. He stars alongside Leung Sing-por in a classic animation of comedy partnership, generating laughter from the interactions between players of contrasting body types.
Release Date: 1952-05-26
Runtime: 103 minutes
Director: Poon Bing-Kuen
Top Cast
- Sun-Ma Sze-Tsang as Dragon Boat Cheung
- Leung Sing Poh as Bo, martial actor
- Yeung Fan as Cheung Ching
- Siu Yin-Fei as Ah Ping
- Wong Sun-Nam as Opera actress Nam
- Ma Siu-Ying as Cheung's mother
- Chan Ching Wah as Mistress
- Fung Ying-Seung as One Eye Dragon
- Cheng Wai-Sum as
- Cheung Suet-Ying as
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Original Music Composer(s): N/A
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