Sparrow
文雀
“Free as a Bird...”
Synopsis
Kei is the experienced leader of a team of pickpockets — also known as "Sparrows" in HK slang. He enjoys a carefree lifestyle taking photos. One day a dashing beauty, Chun-Lei, suddenly appears in Kei's viewfinder. Kei is mesmerized. But behind Chun-Lei's attractive facade lies a mysterious past and a mission to set herself free.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Sparrow | 2008 trailer - Simon Yam, Kelly LinOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-02-20
Top Cast
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Simon Yam
Kei
Kelly Lin Hsi-Lei
Chung Chun-lei
Gordon Lam Ka-Tung
Bo
Lo Hoi-Pang
Mr. Fu Kim-tong
Law Wing-Cheong
Sak
Kenneth Cheung Moon-Yuen
Mac
Lam Suet
Lung
Henry Lo Chun-Shun
Mr. Fu's Henchman
Jonathan Lee Yat-Sing
Boy in Cap
Jackson Ha Chak-Shun
Mr. Fu's Bodyguard
Jeff Cheung Ka-Kit
Mr. Fu's Bodyguard
Hung Wai-Leung
Policeman
Chiang Lo
Old Pickpocket
Tong Pau-Chung
Old Pickpocket
Chris Chung
Nurse
Buffalo Tang Tai-Wo
Mover in Elevator
Manjit Singh
Mover in Elevator
Courtney Wu
Henchman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Johnnie To
- Screenplay & Story
- Andrew Fung Chih-Chiang, John Chan Kin-Chung
- Original Score
- Xavier Jamaux, Fred Avril
- Original Title
- 文雀
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese, Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Milkyway Image
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Johnnie To
Andrew Fung Chih-Chiang, John Chan Kin-Chung
Xavier Jamaux, Fred Avril
Cheng Siu-Keung
David M. Richardson
Daneil Lam Siu-Ming, Johnnie To, Chiu Suet-Ying, Alvin Lam
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Fung Chih-Chiang
Screenplay
John Chan Kin-Chung
Screenplay
Xavier Jamaux
Original Music Composer
Cheng Siu-Keung
Director of Photography
Johnnie To
Director
David M. Richardson
Editor
Stanley Cheung Sai-Kit
Costume Design
Fred Avril
Original Music Composer
Johnnie To
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sparrow
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What is Sparrow about?
Kei is the experienced leader of a team of pickpockets — also known as "Sparrows" in HK slang. He enjoys a carefree lifestyle taking photos. One day a dashing beauty, Chun-Lei, suddenly appears in Kei's viewfinder. Kei is mesmerized. But behind Chun-Lei's attractive facade lies a mysterious past and a mission to set herself free.
Who directed Sparrow?
Sparrow was directed by Johnnie To.
Who stars in Sparrow?
The principal cast of Sparrow includes Simon Yam, Kelly Lin Hsi-Lei, Gordon Lam Ka-Tung, Lo Hoi-Pang, Law Wing-Cheong.
When was Sparrow released and how long is it?
Sparrow was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Sparrow?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sparrow was composed by Xavier Jamaux, Fred Avril.