Film reflection

Students Name Professor's Name Course Date Film Reflection "Made in Hong Kong," directed by Fruit Chan and produced by Andy Lau, left a profound impact on me, both emotionally and intellectually (KS). The late 1990s Hong Kong-based movie vividly captures the dark environment that seeks to unpack the experiences of youth in the city during the handover of the territory to China. In essence, the movie portrays the nature of disillusion and the process of self-discovery during the period of socio-political transformation. The protagonist, Autumn Moon, is a high school dropout and small-time gangster whose journey is both heart-wrenching and thought-provoking (KS). His life is portrayed authentically, with numerous instances of brutality, hopelessness, and fleeting moments of hope. Moon's fight against all the odds, occasional display of weakness, and emerging relationships with other characters, especially Ping and Sylvester, present a rich philosophy of life. One of the most striking aspects of “Made in Hong Kong” is its use of cinematography to convey the mood and atmosphere of the city. The use of handheld camera shots and natural lighting ensures the movie is engaging, making the audience feel part of what is happening in the scene. The environment is portra...