A Father’s Pain: Exploring the Depths of "Dad" with Lau Ching-wan
Hong Kong cinema icon Lau Ching-wan returns to screens in "Dad," a raw and sensitive story that delves deep into the emotional complexities of fatherhood, grief, and acceptance. This Thursday, the weekly film discussion program, "Popcorn Weekly," will feature a candid conversation with director Weng Ziguang, along with Lau himself and co-star, Gu Zulin.
While initially promoted as a mystery, Weng Ziguang clarifies that "Samantha" is nothing short of a deeply moving, heartfelt narrative, exploring both vulnerability and resilience. "I believe viewers who may carry their own personal baggage will likely find an unwelcome experience, perhaps even cathartic," he explains. He emphasizes that the film offers a feel of universality, resonating with anyone who has grappled with personal trauma, making "Dad" more than just a film but a platform for shared understanding and healing.
Lau Ching-wan, known for his often somber roles (a characteristic noted by "Popcorn Weekly"), explains he had hesitant to accept the role, feeling as if he frequently ended up playing characters on the opposite side of a happy family portrait. "I often play characters who, it wouldn’t be a spoiler to say, cop to the heaviest blows in the faces," he confessed. "This time, however, the script offered something new." He was particularly captivated by the depth of the script, comparing writing the lines with experiencing a director.
He found himself drawn to the protagonist’s emotional depth. Lau shared that for preparation, instead of focusing on diverse emotional exploration, he immersed himself in the story’s essence. Just as Laureate of Artists paints away friendship trauma.
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