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2024-10-02Hong Kong movies are not just a cultural phenomenon, they are deeply rooted in the hearts of countless people and have become an immortal mark of youth and a harbor of emotions.
These films have won the hearts of audiences with their heart-wrenching stories and profound themes, while at the same time recording the unique charm and atmosphere of Hong Kong through their lenses.
From the glittering night colors of Tsim Sha Tsui to the bustling streets of Causeway Bay, from the smoky slice of life in Temple Street to the serene coastline of Shek O, every frame has become a scenic attraction in the hearts of the people.
Take advantage of the National Day holiday to hit Hong Kong! Follow those familiar images, step into the stories intertwined with light and shadow, and relive the classic scenes from classic Hong Kong movies.
This article organizes theTop 10 Hong Kong Movie Classics, come along for the ride!
01. Temple Street
Temple Street is not only home to a wide variety of food stalls and specialty goods, but is also the setting for several romantic movies and dramas.
cinematicGusteau.In the movie, there are many scenes set in Temple Street:
The New Unrequited LoveYuen's heartfelt portrayal in the movie has also made Temple Street a mecca in the hearts of movie fans.
At night, Temple Street is brightly lit and full of people, filled with a strong sense of life.
As one of the highlights of the "Colorful Night" event, the Temple Street Night Market draws on the successful experience of Taiwan's Shilin Night Market and attracts countless diners with its wide array of delicacies at its core.
Now announced by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the Temple Street Night Colours will be extended until the end of this year, bringing a whole year of dazzling night colors to the public and tourists.
From authentic Hong Kong snacks to Southeast Asian flavors, every taste is the ultimate temptation to the taste buds, showcasing the extraordinary charm of Temple Street as a food paradise.
📍 Address: Yau Ma Tei, Yau Tsim Mong District, Kowloon, Hong Kong;
🚇Transportation: MTR Yau Ma Tei Station Exit C, 800 meters walk.
02. Yau Ma Tei Police Station
If you want to talk about the hottest place in Hong Kong to visit in Hong Kong movies, it is the "Yau Ma Tei Police Station".
Apart from being a Grade II historical building in Hong Kong, Yau Ma Tei Police Station is also a familiar scene in Hong Kong movies.
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This building, built in 1893, holds too many memories for Hong Kong movie fans.The Goodfellas."Sisterhood of the Dragon", "Infernal Affairs", "The Police", "Sniper", "The Truth".etc., more than 90% of the police movies have been set here.
📍 Address: 627 Canton Road, Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong;
🚇Transportation: MTR Yau Ma Tei Station Exit C, proceed along Nathan Road towards Wing Sing Lane to Chung Fong Street, turn left at the Canton Road exit.
03. Mongkok
Mongkok, a place full of city atmosphere, is an indispensable element in Hong Kong movies.
surname CongThe Goodfellas.Series, to"Carmen of Mongkokand then toStreets of Mongkok...... Mongkok witnessed the glory days of Hong Kong movies.
Walking through the crowded streets lined with stores and neon signs seems to transport you back to that heady time.
📍 Address: Yau Tsim Mong District, Kowloon, Hong Kong;
🚇 Transportation: MTR Tsuen Wan Line or Kwun Tong Line to Mong Kok Station.
04.Chongqing Mansion
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, Chungking Mansions is a historic building known for its unique exterior and complex interior.
The interior of the building is home to businesses and residents from all over the world, creating a unique phenomenon of cultural intermingling. Visitors can experience the cultural atmosphere of South Asia, Africa and other regions, and experience the diverse charms of Hong Kong as a cosmopolitan city.
Due to its unique background and atmosphere, Chungking Mansions has been the setting for several Hong Kong movies. The most famous of them is director Wong Kar Wai'sChongqing ForestThe
This movie tells two very different love stories, using Chongqing Mansion and its surrounding area as the main setting.
In the movie, the scene in which the female assassin played by Brigitte Lin runs for her life in Chongqing Mansion adds an air of mystery and danger to the building.
📍 Address: 36-44 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui;
🚇 Transportation: MTR East Tsim Sha Tsui Station Exit L1 / Tsim Sha Tsui Station Exit C1.
05. Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower
Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower, located in the Tsim Sha Tsui area at the southern tip of Hong Kong's Kowloon Peninsula, adjacent to the Avenue of Stars and Victoria Harbour, is part of the former Kowloon-Canton Railway's old Tsim Sha Tsui Railway Station, which was constructed in 1915, with a strong historical flavor and colonial color.
Built in red brick and granite, the clock tower has a unique architectural style and is fitted with clocks on each of its four sides, which ring out at every full hour, adding a touch of solemnity and serenity to the surrounding area.
As a classic setting for Hong Kong movies, the clock tower in Tsim Sha Tsui has appeared in Hong Kong movies and TV dramas many times, and Stephen Chow's"Lucky Starcap (a poem)Curry ChilliAll have been filmed here.
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📍 Address: 10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong;
🚇Transportation: Take MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui or East Tsim Sha Tsui Station and walk from the station.
06. Victoria Harbor
As the heart of Hong Kong, Victoria Harbour is not only one of the busiest harbors in the world, it is also a classic location for countless Hong Kong movies.
"Infernal Affairs," "Up in the Sky," "Forensic Pioneers," "Star and Moon Myths.and others have been set here.
With its magnificent coastline and stunning cityscape, Victoria Harbour separates Hong Kong Island from the Kowloon Peninsula, with skyscrapers on both sides of the harbour and a glittering night view, making it one of Hong Kong's most iconic landmarks.
📍 Address: Between Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula, specifically between the eastern part of Kennedy Town on the western part of Hong Kong Island and Yau Ma Tei on the eastern part of the Kowloon Peninsula;
🚇 Transportation: Take the MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui Station or Central Station, both of which are right next to Victoria Harbour and within walking distance of the waterfront after exiting the station.
07. Duddell Street
Duddell Street is famous for its distinctive gas lamps and old granite staircases.
"Bowling Green", "You're in love, I'm in love", and "The Lake".Many Hong Kong movies have left precious images here.
The King of Comedy.The romantic encounter between Stephen Chow and Cecilia Cheung was also filmed on Duddell Street:
The Golden Bough.In the middle of Zhang Guorong also had a scene in this place:
Granite staircases and unique gas lamps on both sides of the street create a vintage and romantic atmosphere that makes you feel like you are in a movie.
📍 Address: Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong;
🚇 Transportation: From MTR Central Station Exit D1, follow Pitt Street to Queen's Road Central, then Queen's Road Central to Duddell Street.
08. Slate Street
Slate Street, named after its uneven stone pavement, is a Grade I historical building in Hong Kong.
Slate Street, too."Fancy Love," "Lust, Caution," "Dragon and Phoenix," "Infernal Affairs.The setting of many well-known movies such as.
Not only is Shek Pai Street a major tourist attraction in Hong Kong, it is also popular among tourists for its unique street design and preserved old buildings.
📍 Address: Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong Island;
🚇 Transportation: MTR Central Station Exit D2, turn right and walk straight for about ten minutes.
09.Mid-level escalator
The Central Mid-Levels Escalator is one of the longest outdoor covered escalators in the world, and theChongqing Forestand other Hong Kong movies.
This classic movie directed by Wong Kar Wai shows the loneliness and romance of urban Hong Kong through the language of the camera on the escalator.
Today, the escalator has become a tourist attraction, drawing countless visitors to experience classic scenes from the movie.
📍 Address: Mid-Levels, Central and Western District, Hong Kong;
🚇 Transportation: Central Station Exit C, follow Des Voeux Road Central, turn left at Rentbury Street, walk for about 10 minutes.
10. Shek O
Located on the south coast of Hong Kong Island, Shek O has a peninsular topography and is surrounded by the ocean, giving it a unique geographical location.
Stephen Chow's Most Representative MoviesThe King of Comedy.Most of the scenes were shot centrally here.
Shek O Health Centre is also one of the main filming locations for The King of Comedy, and many of the movie's scenes come from this small courtyard.
Although the Shek O Health Center is now closed, Shek O Village still retains many scenes from the movie.
Here you can visit the familiar shooting locations and relive the classic images of Stephen Chow and Cecilia Cheung.
📍 Address: Shek O Village;
🚇Transportation: Shau Kei Wan MTR station take NWFB No. 9, terminating at Shek O Bus Terminus.
The above is a guide to the top 10 Hong Kong movie hit spots in Hong Kong, I hope this guide can help you better feel the charm of Hong Kong and experience those classic scenes in the movie!