Kai Keung Lai

Renowned for his dynamic storytelling in the realm of Hong Kong cinema, director Kai Keung Lai was born in 1954 in Hong Kong. He was active in the film industry primarily during the 1980s and 1990s, specializing in the action and crime genres, with his most notable works including "To Be Number One" and "Lee Rock," the former of which won him a Hong Kong Film Award for Best Director. Known for his gritty and realistic portrayal of Hong Kong's underworld, Lai's films often provide an unflinching look at the city's criminal underbelly. Despite the often grim subject matter, Lai's distinctive style is characterized by a deep-seated passion for storytelling and a commitment to bringing the raw, unvarnished truth of his city to the screen.