The Sparring Partner
正義迴廊
“Based on the crime and trial that rocked Asia.”
Synopsis
Adapted from a sensational real-life case in 2013, the intricate story begins when a young man partners with his friend to murder and dismember his parents. Pleading not guilty, the defense attorneys soon turn on each other, as the defendants play the devil and idiot game. Meanwhile, heated debates emerge inside the jury room, where nine jurors grapple with the truth.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-10-28
Top Cast
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Yeung Wai-Lun
Henry Cheung
Mak Pui-Tung
Angus Tong
Louisa So Yuk-Wah
Carrie Yau
Jan Lam Hoi-Fung
Wilson Ng
Michael Chow Man-Kin
Allen Chu
Gloria Yip Wan-Yee
Yip Wai Ping
Chung Suet-Ying
Cheng Ka Man
Harriet Yeung Sze-Man
Tong Man Shan
Chu Pak-Him
Cheung Hin Jo
Matt Chow Hoi-Kwong
Superintendent Kam
Rachel Leung
Ho Man Yee
Ursula Wong Yue-Si
Liu Mei Fan
Xenia Chong
Shiu Pui King
David Siu Chung-Hang
Cheung Chiu
Larine Tang Yue-Ping
Witness, Mika
Jeffrey Lam Sen
Ko Si Kwan
Samuel Yau Man-Shing
Lee Kin Shing
Jimmy Wong Wah-Wo
Ho Fu
Release History & Theatrical Window
Hong Kong International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ho Cheuk-Tin
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas Leung Wing-ho, Frankie Tam Gong-Yuen, Oliver Yip
- Original Score
- Sara Fung Chi-Han
- Original Title
- 正義迴廊
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Production Studios
- Mei Ah Entertainment, Word By Word Limited, Fiece Urchin Production Limited, Film Development Fund of Hong Kong
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ho Cheuk-Tin
Thomas Leung Wing-ho, Frankie Tam Gong-Yuen, Oliver Yip
Sara Fung Chi-Han
Joseph Leung Yau-Cheong
Jojo Shek, Zhang Zhao, J. Him Lee
Philip Yung Chi-Kwong, Jason Li
Department Leadership Roster
Ho Cheuk-Tin
Director
Philip Yung Chi-Kwong
Producer
Thomas Leung Wing-ho
Writer
Mak Tsz-Kwan
Production Design
Frankie Tam Gong-Yuen
Writer
Joseph Leung Yau-Cheong
Director of Photography
Oliver Yip
Writer
Jojo Shek
Editor
Zhang Zhao
Editor
J. Him Lee
Editor
Chan Nga Wing
Editor
Gummo Ng Ka-Lo
Costume Design
Sara Fung Chi-Han
Original Music Composer
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Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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Legal Films
Courtroom dramas, legal thrillers, legal comedies and films about lawyers.
Hong Kong Cinema
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What is The Sparring Partner about?
Adapted from a sensational real-life case in 2013, the intricate story begins when a young man partners with his friend to murder and dismember his parents. Pleading not guilty, the defense attorneys soon turn on each other, as the defendants play the devil and idiot game. Meanwhile, heated debates emerge inside the jury room, where nine jurors grapple with the truth.
Who directed The Sparring Partner?
The Sparring Partner was directed by Ho Cheuk-Tin.
Who stars in The Sparring Partner?
The principal cast of The Sparring Partner includes Yeung Wai-Lun, Mak Pui-Tung, Louisa So Yuk-Wah, Jan Lam Hoi-Fung, Michael Chow Man-Kin.
When was The Sparring Partner released and how long is it?
The Sparring Partner was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 2h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sparring Partner?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sparring Partner was composed by Sara Fung Chi-Han.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Sparring Partner?
The Sparring Partner holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).