Hong Kong Drama 'Afterpiece' to Open 28th Shanghai International Film Festival
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Summary
Hong Kong drama "Afterpiece," produced by Derek Yee and directed by debut filmmaker Keane T.K. Wong, will have its world premiere as the opening film of the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival (June 12-21). The film follows Owen, a once-celebrated stage director suffering from a decade-long creative block, whose personal and professional life becomes entangled when his former lover returns and his wife edges toward betrayal, prompting him to write, direct, and star in a new production.
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The film centers on Owen, a once-celebrated stage director who has spent more than a decade in creative paralysis.
When his former lover returns under the pretense of old affection and his wife edges toward betrayal, Owen resolves to write, direct, and star in a new production of his own.
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