Family
家
Synopsis
"Family" (1953), which launched the Union Film legacy, "Spring" (1953) and "Autumn" (1954) are adaptations of Ba Jin's highly regarded novel "Torrent Trilogy". In "Family", director Ng Wui skilfully condenses the voluminous first part of the novel into an emotionally powerful and intellectually focused story of youngsters struggling to survive oppression and repression in a feudalistic family. This well-received film quickly established the company's reputation.
Top Cast
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Cheung Ying
Ko Kok-wai
Cheung Wood-Yau
Ko Kok-man
Ng Cho-Fan
Ko Kok-sun
Siu Yin-Fei
Chin Mui-fun
Yung Siu-Yi
cousin Kam
Mui Yee
Yuen-yee
Lee Yuet-Ching
Ms Chow
Ma Siu-Ying
Aunt
Chan Lap-Ban
matchmaker
Luolian Zi
Ming-fung
Wong Man-Lei
Lee Shui-kok
Lam Mui-Mui
old master Ko's concubine
Lo Tun
old master Ko
Shih Kien
Ko Hak-ming
Chow Chi-Sing
Ko Hak-ding
Wong Cho-San
Ko Hak-on
Ling Mung
Yuen Shing
Chan Pei
Fung Lok-san
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ng Wui
- Screenplay & Story
- Ng Wui
- Original Score
- Lee Yuen-Man
- Original Title
- 家
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Production Studios
- The Union Film Enterprise Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ng Wui
Ng Wui, Ba Jin
Lee Yuen-Man
Choi Cheong
Chu Tsi-Kwai
Department Leadership Roster
Ng Wui
Director
Chu Tsi-Kwai
Producer
Choi Cheong
Editor
Ng Wui
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Family.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Family
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Family about?
"Family" (1953), which launched the Union Film legacy, "Spring" (1953) and "Autumn" (1954) are adaptations of Ba Jin's highly regarded novel "Torrent Trilogy". In "Family", director Ng Wui skilfully condenses the voluminous first part of the novel into an emotionally powerful and intellectually focused story of youngsters struggling to survive oppression and repression in a feudalistic family. This well-received film quickly established the company's reputation.
Who directed Family?
Family was directed by Ng Wui.
Who stars in Family?
The principal cast of Family includes Cheung Ying, Cheung Wood-Yau, Ng Cho-Fan, Siu Yin-Fei, Yung Siu-Yi.
When was Family released and how long is it?
Family was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 2h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Family?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Family was composed by Lee Yuen-Man.