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Twilight Of The Warriors: Walled In (In Cinemas 1/05/2024)
Raymond Lam ‘Intense’ Martial Arts Training, Tony Wu Tsz Tung Suffers Chin Injury Sammo Hung and Louis Koo Applaud Cast's Martial Arts Prowess.
Get ready for the explosive adaption of the cult manga "City of Darkness" into silver screen. Brought to you in Malaysia by Lotus Five Star Sdn. Bhd., Five Star AV Sdn. Bhd., MBC Vision, Elepfilm Entertainment, Ten Young Entertainment and De Kangaroo Production, Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In is a star-studded action-packed blockbuster Hong Kong film that will hit cinemas nationwide on 1st May 2024.
For this upcoming Hong Kong martial arts action-packed film Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, the actors push their limits, enduring injuries in intense fight scenes!
Set against the backdrop of the notorious "Kowloon Walled City," often dubbed the "City of Sin" in Hong Kong, this film intricately reconstructs the unique aura of the 1980s Kowloon Walled City. With a stellar cast, it delivers an electrifying hero's tale and poignant bonds, promising audiences a dual feast of visual feast and emotional depth!
Produced by John Chong and Wilson Yip Wai Shun, directed by Soi Cheang, and together with the film stars - martial arts icon Sammo Hung, Louis Koo, Raymond Lam, Richie Jen, Philip Ng, Terrance Lau, Tony Wu Tsz Tung and German Cheung intricately depicting a blood-pumping combat story set in the 1980s Kowloon Walled City.
The film follows Raymond Lam's character, Chan Luk Kwun, who inadvertently ventures into the walled city, sparking a battle of good versus evil, with residents fighting desperately to defend their home. As the plot unfolds, characters face twists and turns, unveiling the city's chaotic and mysterious nature, as well as the struggles of its marginalized inhabitants. With an exhilarating storyline, the film's action-packed sequences promise to leave audiences thrilled!
In the series of making of behind the scene clips just released, the cast undergoes a transformation into skilled fighters under the guidance of renowned action choreographer Kenji Tanagaki. They throw themselves into the action, training rigorously for a month, starting from basic boxing techniques, resulting in numerous injuries sustained during filming.
With 63 years of martial arts experience, Sammo Hung not only performs but also guides and advises on fight choreography on set, praising the actors for their remarkable skills! Sammo Hung will also be receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 42nd Hong Kong Film Award this weekend. Louis Koo, portraying a character at odds with Sammo Hung in the film, impresses with his cool and stylish appearance reminiscent of the original comic, showcasing realistic action scenes, setting the stage for an unforgettable showdown.
Raymond Lam, undergoes a significant transformation to become a genuine action star. However, the journey is fraught with pain, with injuries to his waist and legs, and even a humorous incident while shooting a climbing scene, demonstrating his dedication to the role.
In the heat of battle, tragedy strikes as Tony Wu Tsz Tung, a recipient of the "Hong Kong Film Award for Best New Performer," suffers a blow to the chin, requiring 15 stitches., Despite this setback, he promptly returns to the set after treatment, commending the crew for their care and attention to his well-being, showcasing the resilience of the cast in the face of adversity.
As the cameras roll, Terrance Lau, with his stylish curly hair, dives into action scenes despite lacking prior experience. He faces numerous challenges, including learning to ride a motorcycle for the film, demonstrating his commitment to his role.
Meanwhile German Cheung, known for his formidable martial arts skills, sustains various bruises during filming. Despite the physical toll, he expresses immense satisfaction with the experience, admitting that the hours spent in makeup were more painful than the fight scenes themselves, taking up three hours for application and one hour for removal daily.
Brought to you in Malaysia by Lotus Five Star Sdn. Bhd., Five Star AV Sdn. Bhd., MBC Vision, Elepfilm Entertainment, Ten Young Entertainment and De Kangaroo Production with marketing partners Infinity Entertainment Marketing Sdn. Bhd., don't miss the chance to experience the heart pumping action of Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In when it hits cinemas in Malaysia nationwide on 1st May 2024, simultaneous with China and Hong Kong.
Synopsis
Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In
From Director Soi Cheang (SPLII: A Time of Consequences, The Monkey King series) – and producers Wilson Yip Wai Shun (Ip Man series, Flashpoint) and John Chong (Infernal Affairs series, Initial D).
Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In is an adaptation of the cult manga series City of Darkness by Andy Seto. Set in the eighties inside the dangerous and enigmatic Kowloon Walled City, which was a de jure Chinese enclave within British colonial Hong Kong, Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In follows troubled youth Chan Luk-kwun as he accidentally enters the Walled City, discovers the order amidst its chaos, and learns important life lessons along the way. In the Walled City, he becomes close friends with Shin, Twelfth Master and AV. Under the leadership of Cyclone, they resist the invasion of villain Mr. Big in a series of fierce battles. Together, they vow to protect the safe haven that is Kowloon Walled City.
Director: Soi Cheang
Cast: Louis Koo, Sammo Hung, Richie Jen, Raymond Lam, Philip Ng, Terrance Lau, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, German Cheung and others
Raymond Lam ‘Intense’ Martial Arts Training, Tony Wu Tsz Tung Suffers Chin Injury Sammo Hung and Louis Koo Applaud Cast's Martial Arts Prowess.
Get ready for the explosive adaption of the cult manga "City of Darkness" into silver screen. Brought to you in Malaysia by Lotus Five Star Sdn. Bhd., Five Star AV Sdn. Bhd., MBC Vision, Elepfilm Entertainment, Ten Young Entertainment and De Kangaroo Production, Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In is a star-studded action-packed blockbuster Hong Kong film that will hit cinemas nationwide on 1st May 2024.
For this upcoming Hong Kong martial arts action-packed film Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, the actors push their limits, enduring injuries in intense fight scenes!
Set against the backdrop of the notorious "Kowloon Walled City," often dubbed the "City of Sin" in Hong Kong, this film intricately reconstructs the unique aura of the 1980s Kowloon Walled City. With a stellar cast, it delivers an electrifying hero's tale and poignant bonds, promising audiences a dual feast of visual feast and emotional depth!
Produced by John Chong and Wilson Yip Wai Shun, directed by Soi Cheang, and together with the film stars - martial arts icon Sammo Hung, Louis Koo, Raymond Lam, Richie Jen, Philip Ng, Terrance Lau, Tony Wu Tsz Tung and German Cheung intricately depicting a blood-pumping combat story set in the 1980s Kowloon Walled City.
The film follows Raymond Lam's character, Chan Luk Kwun, who inadvertently ventures into the walled city, sparking a battle of good versus evil, with residents fighting desperately to defend their home. As the plot unfolds, characters face twists and turns, unveiling the city's chaotic and mysterious nature, as well as the struggles of its marginalized inhabitants. With an exhilarating storyline, the film's action-packed sequences promise to leave audiences thrilled!
In the series of making of behind the scene clips just released, the cast undergoes a transformation into skilled fighters under the guidance of renowned action choreographer Kenji Tanagaki. They throw themselves into the action, training rigorously for a month, starting from basic boxing techniques, resulting in numerous injuries sustained during filming.
With 63 years of martial arts experience, Sammo Hung not only performs but also guides and advises on fight choreography on set, praising the actors for their remarkable skills! Sammo Hung will also be receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 42nd Hong Kong Film Award this weekend. Louis Koo, portraying a character at odds with Sammo Hung in the film, impresses with his cool and stylish appearance reminiscent of the original comic, showcasing realistic action scenes, setting the stage for an unforgettable showdown.
Raymond Lam, undergoes a significant transformation to become a genuine action star. However, the journey is fraught with pain, with injuries to his waist and legs, and even a humorous incident while shooting a climbing scene, demonstrating his dedication to the role.
In the heat of battle, tragedy strikes as Tony Wu Tsz Tung, a recipient of the "Hong Kong Film Award for Best New Performer," suffers a blow to the chin, requiring 15 stitches., Despite this setback, he promptly returns to the set after treatment, commending the crew for their care and attention to his well-being, showcasing the resilience of the cast in the face of adversity.
As the cameras roll, Terrance Lau, with his stylish curly hair, dives into action scenes despite lacking prior experience. He faces numerous challenges, including learning to ride a motorcycle for the film, demonstrating his commitment to his role.
Meanwhile German Cheung, known for his formidable martial arts skills, sustains various bruises during filming. Despite the physical toll, he expresses immense satisfaction with the experience, admitting that the hours spent in makeup were more painful than the fight scenes themselves, taking up three hours for application and one hour for removal daily.
Brought to you in Malaysia by Lotus Five Star Sdn. Bhd., Five Star AV Sdn. Bhd., MBC Vision, Elepfilm Entertainment, Ten Young Entertainment and De Kangaroo Production with marketing partners Infinity Entertainment Marketing Sdn. Bhd., don't miss the chance to experience the heart pumping action of Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In when it hits cinemas in Malaysia nationwide on 1st May 2024, simultaneous with China and Hong Kong.
Synopsis
Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In
From Director Soi Cheang (SPLII: A Time of Consequences, The Monkey King series) – and producers Wilson Yip Wai Shun (Ip Man series, Flashpoint) and John Chong (Infernal Affairs series, Initial D).
Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In is an adaptation of the cult manga series City of Darkness by Andy Seto. Set in the eighties inside the dangerous and enigmatic Kowloon Walled City, which was a de jure Chinese enclave within British colonial Hong Kong, Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In follows troubled youth Chan Luk-kwun as he accidentally enters the Walled City, discovers the order amidst its chaos, and learns important life lessons along the way. In the Walled City, he becomes close friends with Shin, Twelfth Master and AV. Under the leadership of Cyclone, they resist the invasion of villain Mr. Big in a series of fierce battles. Together, they vow to protect the safe haven that is Kowloon Walled City.
Director: Soi Cheang
Cast: Louis Koo, Sammo Hung, Richie Jen, Raymond Lam, Philip Ng, Terrance Lau, Tony Wu Tsz Tung, German Cheung and others