Patio of Illusion
幻覺圍
Synopsis
Yi Cheung and Mei, a young couple in love, graduate from university in 1999, the same year as the handover of Macao back to China. They choose a life they value, he an art teacher and she a nurse, and soon she gets pregnant. However, as the economy starts to boom, Yi Cheung wants to make more money and quits his job to become a casino dealer. He starts to forget the old Macao that he and Mei used to wander around and becomes preoccupied with work. Only after Mei leaves him does he start to realise that wealth does not equal success and poverty does not equal failure.
Release History & Theatrical Window
International Film Festival & Awards Macao
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shangshi Chen
- Screenplay & Story
- Mengmeng Chen
- Original Title
- 幻覺圍
- Country of Origin
- Macao
- Release Date
- 10/09/2021
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shangshi Chen
Mengmeng Chen
Shangshi Chen, Howard Heard
Loi Man Keong, Shangshi Chen
Department Leadership Roster
Shangshi Chen
Director
Shangshi Chen
Editor
Mengmeng Chen
Writer
Howard Heard
Editor
Tengbin Zhu
Production Design
Shangshi Chen
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Patio of Illusion
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Patio of Illusion about?
Yi Cheung and Mei, a young couple in love, graduate from university in 1999, the same year as the handover of Macao back to China. They choose a life they value, he an art teacher and she a nurse, and soon she gets pregnant. However, as the economy starts to boom, Yi Cheung wants to make more money and quits his job to become a casino dealer. He starts to forget the old Macao that he and Mei used to wander around and becomes preoccupied with work. Only after Mei leaves him does he start to realise that wealth does not equal success and poverty does not equal failure.
Who directed Patio of Illusion?
Patio of Illusion was directed by Shangshi Chen.
Who stars in Patio of Illusion?
The principal cast of Patio of Illusion includes Not specified.
When was Patio of Illusion released and how long is it?
Patio of Illusion was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.