Johnnie To is one of Hong Kong’s most important contemporary filmmakers and this one of his greatest works. Starring Hong Kong acting heavyweights Simon Yam and Tony Leung Ka-fai, Election focuses on the selection of a new triad leader and explores a string of issues from generational conflict to tradition and loyalty. At the same time Election is a pointed reflection on the politics of post-1997 Hong Kong.
Download the programme notes here.
Election is part of our CRIME: Hong Kong Style film season which runs throughout February, March and April. More information can be found here.
HOME Digital in association with Virgin Media Business
