Evil Cat (1987) Hung mau | Region-Free (DVD)

Presented in 16×9 with English Subtitles.

Title: Evil Cat (1987)

Alternate Title: Hung mau

Genre: Horror, Comedy

Plot Synopsis:
Every 50 years, a demonic cat with nine lives threatens humanity, and it’s the duty of the Cheung family to vanquish it. Master Cheung, the last in his lineage, is determined to destroy the cat before his terminal illness claims him. As the cat possesses various hosts, including a tycoon and a young woman named Tina, Master Cheung must pass on his family’s Mao Shan magic to his disciple, Lo, to ensure the evil is eradicated once and for all.

Cast and Crew:

• Director: Dennis Yu
• Writer: Wong Jing
• Cast:
  • Lau Kar-leung as Master Cheung
  • Lai-Ying Tang as Siu-Chuen Cheung
  • Mark Cheng as Lo
  • Jing Wong as Inspector Woo
  • Stuart Ong as Mr. Fan

YouTube Trailer:
Evil Cat | Trailer

IMDb Link:
Evil Cat (1987)

Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. Review by hotsake – ★★★☆☆
   “Evil Cat is a fun blend of horror and comedy that delivers some genuinely creepy moments alongside laugh-out-loud scenes. The practical effects are charmingly dated, adding to the film’s nostalgic appeal. While the plot can be a bit predictable, the performances, especially by Lau Kar-leung, keep it engaging throughout.”
2. Review by guisreis – ★★★★☆
   “A hidden gem from the late ’80s Hong Kong cinema. The film’s pacing is brisk, and it doesn’t overstay its welcome. The mix of supernatural elements with martial arts is executed well, and the humor doesn’t undermine the horror aspects. Definitely worth a watch for fans of genre hybrids.”
3. Review by Moresbi – ★★★☆☆
   “Evil Cat offers a quirky take on the traditional horror narrative. The concept of a demonic cat with nine lives is intriguing, and the film explores it with a good balance of scares and laughs. Some scenes are unintentionally hilarious due to the era’s special effects, but that adds to its charm.”

Meta Description:
“Evil Cat” (1987), also known as “Hung mau,” is a Hong Kong horror-comedy directed by Dennis Yu. The film follows Master Cheung, the last of his lineage, as he battles a demonic cat with nine lives that reincarnates every 50 years, blending supernatural horror with martial arts and humor.