After This Our Exile

In 1970s Hong Kong, a lonely 12-year-old boy named Fa finds himself abandoned by his father and sent to live with his biological father, whom he has never met. This new arrangement thrusts him into a world of poverty, harsh discipline, and the struggles of his father and his father's girlfriend. As Fa navigates this difficult environment, he forms an unlikely bond with a fellow orphan, learning about friendship and survival amidst adversity.

Ann Hui's 'After This Our Exile' was generally well-received by critics for its poignant portrayal of childhood hardship and strong performances, particularly from its young lead. The film was lauded for its emotional depth and sensitive direction in depicting a difficult subject matter.

• Praised for its powerful and moving depiction of a child's difficult upbringing.

• Acclaimed for the sensitive direction and strong performances, especially by the young actors.

• Noted for its realistic and often heartbreaking portrayal of poverty and family struggles.

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Won Best Actor (Shaun Tam) and Best Original Film Song at the Hong Kong Film Awards. Nominated for Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor (Gallen Lo), Best New Performer (Shaun Tam), Best Cinematography, and Best Art Direction at the Hong Kong Film Awards. Also received nominations at the Golden Horse Awards for Best Feature Film, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, Best Actor (Shaun Tam), and Best Supporting Actor (Gallen Lo).

The film marked a significant acting debut for Shaun Tam, who was discovered by director Ann Hui after she saw him participating in a street performance.