Poetry on Film

Poetry on Film is a commissioning project that invites emerging filmmakers in Hong Kong to explore the cinematic qualities of poetry. Each filmmaker, including animator STEP C., narrative filmmaker Chu Hoi Ying, analogue film artist Jolene Mok, and documentarian Lee Wai Shing, selects a contemporary poem written by a local writer and brings it to life through their individual cinematic styles.

The film presents a variety of approaches to storytelling, cinematography, and sound, reflecting the rich diversity of Hong Kong's moving image practices. With its focus on the emotional depth and vivid imagery of poetry, this project stands as an innovative exploration of how language and visual art intersect. Collectors of experimental and avant-garde cinema may find this unique presentation of artistic expression compelling and significant in the context of contemporary filmmaking.