Yuen-Leung Poon

Master of Hong Kong cinema, Yuen-Leung Poon was born in 1949 in the vibrant city of Guangzhou, China. Active in the film industry from 1980 to 2019, Poon made his mark with dramas and action films, most notably "The Killer" and "Hard Boiled," which garnered him critical acclaim and numerous awards, despite not being recognized at major film festivals. Poon's distinctive style is characterized by intense action sequences, dramatic storytelling, and a unique blend of humor and pathos that captures the human condition in extraordinary circumstances. On a personal note, Poon's passion for his craft and his relentless pursuit of perfection have made him a beacon of inspiration in the world of cinema.