Alan Mak

Hong Kong's own wizard of crime thrillers, Alan Mak, was born in 1965 in British Hong Kong. Known for his active contributions to the film industry from the mid-1990s to the present, Mak's oeuvre is primarily concentrated in the genres of crime and thriller, with his most famous films being the "Infernal Affairs" trilogy and "Overheard" series, for which he has garnered numerous awards including Best Director at the Hong Kong Film Awards. Mak's directorial style is characterized by complex narratives, intricate character development, and a keen sense of suspense that has made him a staple in Hong Kong cinema. Behind the lens, Mak is a soft-spoken visionary, whose passion for storytelling is as intense as the thrilling narratives he weaves on screen.