HK movie set exhibition opens
The “Kowloon Walled City: A Cinematic Journey” Movie Set Exhibition, featuring the set of Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, the Best Film at the 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards, celebrated its opening ceremony today at Kowloon Walled City Park.
The exhibition, scheduled to last for three years, will be open free of charge to the public starting tomorrow.
Deputy Chief Secretary Cheuk Wing-hing, Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong and Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Rosanna Law officiated at the ceremony.
Mr Cheuk expressed hope that the exhibition, along with other attractions in Kowloon City, will draw local, Mainland and overseas visitors to experience Hong Kong culture and cuisine, thereby generating economic benefits.
Following on the well-received exhibitions previously held at Hong Kong International Airport and Kai Tak, the “Kowloon Walled City: A Cinematic Journey” Movie Set Exhibition is the largest of its kind and will last the longest.
Displayed in the show are more classic movie sets with elements of local traditional craftsmanship and large-scale projection incorporated.
Additionally, visitors can gain an immersive experience of the Walled City back in time, while being able to appreciate the ingenious creativity and dedication to exquisite craftsmanship of Hong Kong’s film professionals.