Impressive replicas of sets from the top-grossing film Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In were unveiled yesterday at the Hong Kong International Airport.
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Arrival Hall A now boasts a striking double-story exhibition that showcases six life-size areas inspired by the demolished Kowloon Walled City.
Visitors can explore a tea hall, barbershop, back alley, well, and home appliances stores, all adorned with authentic props.
During the launch ceremony, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced the administration's plan to introduce more film-inspired tourism products that celebrate Hong Kong's rich culture.
"Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In has garnered global attention for the local film industry and sparked interest in our unique culture and history," Lee said.
Set against the backdrop of the Kowloon Walled City's notorious underworld during the 1980s, the martial arts film has become the most-watched local movie in the city, attracting nearly 1.6 million viewers and grossing over HK$110 million at the box office since it premiered in May.
It was shortlisted for the Cannes Film Festival and will represent Hong Kong in the best international feature film category at next year's Oscars.
Lee highlighted plans to enhance guided tours in Kowloon Walled City Park, including more content to capitalize on the film's popularity. He said collaborations with the Travel Industry Council for training professionals are under way to improve their understanding of Kowloon Walled City's history.
"Hong Kong films have gained international acclaim and are a key aspect of our soft power as well as an essential cultural and tourism asset that narrates the stories of our city," Lee added.
A tourist from Shenzhen, Shi, described the display as "astonishing" and praised its attention to detail.
"I'm thrilled to see such an exhibition showcasing old Hong Kong," Shi said. "It would be wonderful if tours of classic Hong Kong film scenes were offered."
The exhibition - organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the Airport Authority, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and filmmakers - will take place in two phases.
The first phase will run until November 20 at the airport. It will then move to the Airside mall in Kai Tak in December.
Additionally, a night market featuring Chaoshan specialties will be held in Kowloon City this weekend. Yuyi, author of the novel on which the film is based, will be there to sign books at 4.30pm on Saturday.
The administration, meanwhile, said it is aiming to increase the visibility of the local film industry in the mainland and international markets through the Film Development Fund.
