Father and Son
Originally released in 1954. Father and Son is a drama film. directed by Ng Wui.
Starring Cheung Wood-Yau, Yuen Siu-Fai, and Yung Siu-Yi
Synopsis
After seeing a friend of his boss' son adopted over his promised promotion with connections, Shrimp's father, a minor white-collar worker Ng Kwun-sing, vows to get Shrimp a place in a prestigious school and a chance to make friends with the rich. However, Shrimpy is constantly bullied and discriminated against by his classmates. Ng has not the means to be a social climber and finally realises his mistake. He sends his son to a voluntary school so that he may grow up happily. This poignant father-son drama shows a parents' willingness to carve out a good future for their children by any means necessary.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 7, 1954
72 years ago
Runtime
1h 55m
115 minutes total
Language
CN
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Top Cast
Cheung Wood-Yau
as Kwun-sing Ng, the father
Yuen Siu-Fai
as 'Shrimpy' Ng, the son
Yung Siu-Yi
as Lan-tin Ng, Shrimpy's aunt
Kwai-Lam Cheung
as Shrimpy's classmate
Chow Chi-Sing
as Ng's colleague
Heung Hoi
as Office worker
Fung-Yee Lam
as teacher
Lee Ching
as lover of Tsi Law-lin/patron of Shrimpy's flower
Luolian Zi
as lover of Lee Ching/patron of Shrimpy's flower
Wong Man-Lei
as Mrs Sek
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
Production Companies
- Union Film Enterprises Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Father and Son about?
After seeing a friend of his boss' son adopted over his promised promotion with connections, Shrimp's father, a minor white-collar worker Ng Kwun-sing, vows to get Shrimp a place in a prestigious ...
Who directed Father and Son?
Father and Son was directed by Ng Wui.
How long is Father and Son?
Father and Son has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was Father and Son released?
Father and Son was released on January 7, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Father and Son?
The main cast of Father and Son includes Cheung Wood-Yau, Yuen Siu-Fai, Yung Siu-Yi, Kwai-Lam Cheung, Chow Chi-Sing.