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5.7 / 10(13 votes)IMDb20141h 22mHong Kong, Malaysia

Hungry Ghost Ritual

盂蘭神功

Synopsis

After incurring debts from his failed business venture in China, Chung Wah returns to Hong Kong after a decade's hiatus. The demoralised Chung Wah faces problems finding a job and tries hard to get used to things at home, including his estranged relationship with his stepfather, who runs a Cantonese opera troupe, and half-sister, who is hostile towards Chung Wah as she always has the impression that the death of their mother was caused by the excessive fights between Chung Wah and his stepfather.

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《盂蘭神功》(Hungry Ghost Ritual) 預告 7月10日 百無禁忌

Type: Trailer • Published 2014-05-29

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Busan International Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Nick Cheung Ka-Fai
Screenplay & Story
Adrian Teh
Original Score
Origin Kampanee
Original Title
盂蘭神功
Country of Origin
Hong Kong, Malaysia
Spoken Languages
Cantonese
Runtime
1h 22m
Production Studios
Sundream Motion Pictures, Asia Tropical Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Nick Cheung Ka-Fai

Screenplay & Story

Adrian Teh

Original Score & Music

Origin Kampanee

Director of Photography

Yung Chong Soon

Film Editing

Curran Pang

Producers

Adrian Teh, Shirley Yung Sau-Lan

Department Leadership Roster

Adrian Teh

Adrian Teh

Writer

Nick Cheung Ka-Fai

Nick Cheung Ka-Fai

Director

Adrian Teh

Adrian Teh

Producer

Shirley Yung Sau-Lan

Producer

Yung Chong Soon

Director of Photography

Curran Pang

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Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hungry Ghost Ritual

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Hungry Ghost Ritual about?

After incurring debts from his failed business venture in China, Chung Wah returns to Hong Kong after a decade's hiatus. The demoralised Chung Wah faces problems finding a job and tries hard to get used to things at home, including his estranged relationship with his stepfather, who runs a Cantonese opera troupe, and half-sister, who is hostile towards Chung Wah as she always has the impression that the death of their mother was caused by the excessive fights between Chung Wah and his stepfather.

Who directed Hungry Ghost Ritual?

Hungry Ghost Ritual was directed by Nick Cheung Ka-Fai.

Who stars in Hungry Ghost Ritual?

The principal cast of Hungry Ghost Ritual includes Nick Cheung Ka-Fai, Annie Liu Xin-You, David Lam Wai, Cathryn Li, Carrie Ng Ka-Lai.

When was Hungry Ghost Ritual released and how long is it?

Hungry Ghost Ritual was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.

Who composed the musical score for Hungry Ghost Ritual?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Hungry Ghost Ritual was composed by Origin Kampanee.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Hungry Ghost Ritual?

Hungry Ghost Ritual holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).