Eligible Awards
2006 PROGRAM - AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE
A SIDE, B SIDE, SEASIDE
AH CHIUFeature / 87 minutes / Cantonese with English subtitles
SYNOPSIS
The story of two girls' farewell to their 17 years of youth. In two parts, just like two sides of a movie disk, the film tells the separate but intertwined stories of Chen Tian and Ah Mel. Chen Tian is a schoolgirl about to leave for Beijing for college, who decides to spend an unforgettable trip with her best friends in the fishing village of Cheung Chau, where she discovers love for the first time. Ah Mei, a girl who's had a tough time in the big city, returns to the village to revisit her past. She finds herself reuniting with two boys from her childhood. The fresh performances from the young actors, combined with Ah Chiu's deft direction, perfectly capture the fun, enthusiasm and romance in this enjoyable coming of age movie.
FILMMAKER BIOGRAPHY
Chan Wing Chiu (aka Ah Chiu) was born in Hong Kong. He started his career in filmmaking in the 80s. He has been assistant director and production manager for many years. He chose to be an independent filmmaker in the 90s when he established the group Ah Chiu Workshop to encourage independent film production. He directed the making of Made In Hong Kong for his friend Fruit Chan. In 2002 he directed the award winning documentary By Heaven Grace. His latest work A Side, B Side, Seaside (2005) was an official selection at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival and Pusan International Film Festival.
COUNTRY
Hong Kong
SALES AND DISTRIBUTION
World Sales: Focus Films
