Description
Title: Horror Hotline… Big Head Monster (2001) English Subtitled
Alternate Title: 恐怖熱線之大頭怪嬰
Genre: Horror
Plot Synopsis: In 2001 Hong Kong, “Horror Hotline” is a popular radio call-in show where listeners share supernatural experiences. During a live broadcast, a caller recounts a chilling tale from 1963, where a group of schoolboys encountered a terrifying mutant infant with an abnormally large head, leading to multiple deaths. Intrigued, reporter Mavis and producer Ben delve into the urban legend, uncovering a series of mysterious disappearances linked to the creature. As they investigate, they confront their own fears and the boundaries between reality and myth blur, exploring themes of mass hysteria and the human fascination with the unknown.
Cast and Crew:
- Director: Soi Cheang
- Writers: Soi Cheang, Sunny Chan Wing-Sun
- Cast:
- Francis Ng as Ben
- Josie Ho as Mavis
- Sam Lee as Sam
- Niki Chow Lai-Kei as Helen
- Michelle Zhang as Auntie Ying
IMDb Link: Horror Hotline… Big Head Monster (2001)
Reviews from Letterboxd:
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Kaijuman – ★★★★☆ “Don’t let that title fool you, Horror Hotline… Big Head Monster isn’t campy in any way. This is a masterly crafted slow-build nightmare that delves into something that’s best left unknown.”
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Adrian Oli – ★★★★☆ “A real good horror flick from Hong Kong finally. Really a well-written and well-directed solid horror flick; most importantly, it’s genuinely spooky and scary as well. Must watch.”
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Soumajit Nath – ★★★☆☆ “This macabre narrative extends an invitation to the audience, drawing them into a world where the line between reality and nightmare becomes disturbingly elusive.”
Meta Description: “Horror Hotline… Big Head Monster” (2001), directed by Soi Cheang, is a Hong Kong horror film that follows reporter Mavis and producer Ben as they investigate a chilling urban legend about a mutant infant with a large head, exploring themes of fear, reality, and the unknown.
Title: Bullet to Survive (1990) HK (English Dubbed)
Alternate Title: Chi lang jie
Genre: Crime
Plot Synopsis:
“Bullet to Survive” is a Hong Kong crime film from 1990 directed by Wilson Cheung Wing-Wa. The story follows a gritty narrative set in the criminal underworld, exploring themes of betrayal, heists, and the complex dynamics between law enforcement and criminals. While specific plot details are scarce, the film is noted for its action sequences and portrayal of crime in Hong Kong during the era.
Cast and Crew:
- Director: Wilson Cheung Wing-Wa
- Cast:
- Shing Fui-On
- Kara Wai Ying-Hung
- Meg Lam Kin-Ming
- Ho Pak-Kwong
- Joh Chung-Sing
IMDb Link:
Bullet to Survive (1990)
Reviews from Letterboxd:
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MontyMole – ★★½
“A low-budget Hong Kong crime-action film with plenty of action but a weak story. Tries to mimic 48 Hours but lacks depth. The long sex scenes feel unnecessary and slow down the pacing. Typical of late 80s/early 90s low-budget HK cinema, with rough execution but some fun moments.” -
paultaggart – ★★½
“Normal folk would give this zero, but HK fanatics of this era will enjoy it. A low-budget 48 Hours rip-off with tons of great action, dubious humor, and some nudity. Shing Fui-On literally takes a dump on screen, Kara Hui has an extended cameo, and the ending has a shockingly out-of-nowhere joke.”
Meta Description:
“Bullet to Survive” (1990) is a Hong Kong crime film directed by Wilson Cheung Wing-Wa. Featuring action-packed sequences and a gritty underworld setting, the film stars Shing Fui-On and Kara Wai Ying-Hung in a tense story of betrayal and survival.
