Danny Lee

Renowned for his contribution to the Hong Kong film industry, director Danny Lee was born in 1952 in Shanghai, China. He was active in the film industry from 1973 to 2018, predominantly focusing on action and crime genres with his most notable films being "The Killer", "City on Fire" and "Law with Two Phases", the latter earning him a Best Actor award at the Hong Kong Film Awards. Lee's directorial style is often characterized by its gritty realism, stark portrayal of violence, and a deep empathy for his characters, even those on the wrong side of the law. Above all, Danny Lee is a storyteller who isn't afraid to confront the darker aspects of humanity, while still managing to find the glimmers of hope and resilience within them.