The Mage
拾荒法師
Synopsis
A series of deaths suddenly occurs in the city. Police officer Wong Ming realizes that at the scene of each death, there is the figure of a woman who collects garbage. In the course of investigation, Wong discovers that this woman, Lan Pui Ching (played by Josie HO), has the mysterious ability to collect the souls of the accidental deaths from the garbage and help these souls to enter the reincarnation. This all started with a story that happened to her 13 years ago. Meanwhile, the murders continue to happen. Lan Pui Ching deduces that these murders are related to a mysterious cult ritual, and she and Wong Ming will be the next victims of this ritual. Wong Ming decides to cooperate with Lan Pui Ching to find out the mastermind behind the scene.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Danny Pang, Oxide Pang
- Original Title
- 拾荒法師
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- 852 Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Danny Pang, Oxide Pang
Josie Ho, Conroy Chan Chi-Chung
Department Leadership Roster
Danny Pang
Director
Oxide Pang
Director
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What is The Mage about?
A series of deaths suddenly occurs in the city. Police officer Wong Ming realizes that at the scene of each death, there is the figure of a woman who collects garbage. In the course of investigation, Wong discovers that this woman, Lan Pui Ching (played by Josie HO), has the mysterious ability to collect the souls of the accidental deaths from the garbage and help these souls to enter the reincarnation. This all started with a story that happened to her 13 years ago. Meanwhile, the murders continue to happen. Lan Pui Ching deduces that these murders are related to a mysterious cult ritual, and she and Wong Ming will be the next victims of this ritual. Wong Ming decides to cooperate with Lan Pui Ching to find out the mastermind behind the scene.
Who directed The Mage?
The Mage was directed by Danny Pang, Oxide Pang.
Who stars in The Mage?
The principal cast of The Mage includes Josie Ho, Carlos Chan Ka-Lok, German Cheung Man-Kit, Sabrina Ng, Kathy Tong Yee.
When was The Mage released and how long is it?
The Mage was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.