The Homeless Ancestor

Directed in 2023, The Homeless Ancestor combines family and comedy genres to tackle the complexities of bureaucracy in life and death. The story follows Quickie, who promises to manage the forced removal of his great-grand aunt’s niche. However, he faces challenges due to missing identity documents needed for public columbarium niches. This situation becomes a humorous exploration of Quickie's creative attempts to navigate red tape while balancing his grandmother's superstitions.

The film features a vibrant aesthetic and is filled with energetic colors and jokes that highlight the absurdity of the circumstances. It stars Yuen Kam-wing, May Leong, and Lau Kim-Fung, each contributing to this comedic yet poignant narrative. Collectors of family comedies and contemporary Asian cinema may find this film an interesting addition to their collection.