Cageman
籠民
Synopsis
The story about a young, unemployed man, who after being kicked out is desperate enough to live anywhere. He is directed to Fatso, who owns the caged establishment, and is given a living space.
Top Cast
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Michael Lee Ming-Yeung
7-11
Roy Chiao
Fatso
Ku Feng
Luk Tung
Liu Kai-Chi
Prince Sam
Woo Fung
Officer Lam
Teddy Robin
Tong San
Victor Wong
Sissy
Wong Ka-Kui
Mao
Lau Shun
Taoist
Tats Lau Yee-Tat
Brother Sang
Dennis Chan Kwok-San
Councillor Tsui
Joe Junior
Charlie
Teddy Chen
The man executing the possession order
Sze Kai-Keung
TV interviewer
Tang Cheung
Dai Lap Hing
Quinton Wong Liu-Che
Junkie A
Cho Sai
Old man behind the bed
Herman Yau
TV crew member
Release History & Theatrical Window
4k restoration, Hong Kong International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
- Screenplay & Story
- Yank Wong Yan-Kwai, Chin Yiu-Hang, John Ng Chong-Chow, Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
- Original Title
- 籠民
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 2h 31m
- Production Studios
- Filmagica Productions Limited
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
Yank Wong Yan-Kwai, Chin Yiu-Hang, John Ng Chong-Chow, Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
Andy Lam Kwok-Wah
Henry Cheung Siu-Hei
Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
Department Leadership Roster
Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
Director
Yank Wong Yan-Kwai
Writer
Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
Producer
Chin Yiu-Hang
Writer
John Ng Chong-Chow
Writer
Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
Writer
Andy Lam Kwok-Wah
Director of Photography
Henry Cheung Siu-Hei
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Hong Kong Cinema
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cageman
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Cageman about?
The story about a young, unemployed man, who after being kicked out is desperate enough to live anywhere. He is directed to Fatso, who owns the caged establishment, and is given a living space.
Who directed Cageman?
Cageman was directed by Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung.
Who stars in Cageman?
The principal cast of Cageman includes Michael Lee Ming-Yeung, Roy Chiao, Ku Feng, Liu Kai-Chi, Woo Fung.
When was Cageman released and how long is it?
Cageman was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 2h 31m.