Direction: Peter Chan

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Peter Chan. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Direction Peter Chan

Cast Leon Lai · Maggie Cheung · Eric Tsang · Christopher Doyle

Synopsis Comrades: Almost a Love Story (1996) is a poignant tale that unfolds over several years, focusing on two individuals from mainland China who journey to Hong Kong in pursuit of better opportunities. Leon Lai portrays a naive northerner, while Maggie...

7.2

126 votes

7.2

126 votes

Dearest

2014 · Movie · 130 min. · China

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Zhao Wei · Huang Bo · Tong Dawei · Kitty Zhang

Synopsis Dearest (2014) follows a couple who, after their child is abducted, must confront the harsh reality that years later, when they finally reunite with him, he has formed a new bond with his kidnapper, who has become a surrogate parent....

6.8

40 votes

6.8

40 votes

Dragon

2011 · Movie · 116 min. · Hong Kong

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Donnie Yen · Takeshi Kaneshiro · Tang Wei · Wang Yu

Synopsis Dragon (2011) follows the journey of Liu Jin-xi, a humble village artisan whose peaceful existence is abruptly disrupted by the intrusion of two infamous criminals into the local store. When Liu bravely rescues the shopkeeper, he catches the eye of...

6.3

2K votes

6.3

2K votes

The Warlords

2007 · Movie · 127 min. · China

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Jet Li · Andy Lau · Takeshi Kaneshiro · Xu Jinglei

Synopsis The Warlords (2007) is an epic narrative centered around three sworn brothers navigating the tumultuous landscape of war and political intrigue. Inspired by the historical account "The Assassination of Ma," set during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the film delves into...

6.0

1K votes

6.0

1K votes

Perhaps Love

2005 · Movie · 107 min. · China

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Takeshi Kaneshiro · Zhou Xun · Jacky Cheung · Ji Jin-hee

Synopsis Perhaps Love (2005) unfolds a captivating narrative centered around the creation of a musical in mainland China, where a complex love triangle emerges. The story delves into the intertwined lives of the key players involved in the production, as they...

5.9

144 votes

5.9

144 votes

Saam Gaang (3 Extremes II)

2002 · Movie · 127 min. · Hong Kong

Direction Peter Chan · Nonzee Nimibutr · Kim Jee-woon

Cast Jung Bo-suk · Kim Hye-soo · Suwinit Panjamawat · Leon Lai

Synopsis Saam Gaang (3 Extremes II) (2002) is an anthology horror film that weaves together three chilling tales from different Asian countries. The first segment, "Going Home," directed by Peter Chang, follows a desperate father who embarks on a perilous journey...

5.5

263 votes

5.5

263 votes

Direction Hala Abdallah · Karim Aïnouz · John Akomfrah · Catherine Breillat

Cast Bernardo Bertolucci · Tygh Runyan · Shannyn Sossamon · Michele Placido

Synopsis Venice 70: Future Reloaded (2013) is a compilation of 70 brief cinematic explorations that delve into the art of filmmaking and its anticipated evolution. This documentary offers a diverse array of perspectives on the past, present, and future of cinema,...

5.4

74 votes

5.4

74 votes

The Love Letter

1999 · Movie · 88 min. · United States

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Kate Capshaw · Blythe Danner · Ellen DeGeneres · Tom Everett Scott

Synopsis The Love Letter (1999) explores the transformative power of words and emotions. Helen, a woman who channels her energy into running miles each day, has emotionally distanced herself from others. One day, while sorting through mail at her shop, she...

4.8

391 votes

4.8

391 votes

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Leslie Cheung · Anita Mui · Carina Lau · Jordan Chan

Synopsis Who’s the Woman, Who’s the Man (1996) follows the story of a young woman who adopts a male disguise to navigate the challenges of her professional and personal life. As she struggles to maintain her secret, she encounters various obstacles...

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She's Got No Name

2024 · Movie · 150 min. · China

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Zhang Ziyi · Zhao Liying · Yang Mi · Lei Jiayin

Synopsis She's Got No Name (2024) delves into the enigmatic world of one of China's most notorious unsolved murder mysteries. Set in a lively alleyway during the Japanese occupation of Shanghai in the 1940s, the narrative revolves around Zhan-Zhou, portrayed by...

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Direction Peter Chan

Cast Alan Tam · Eric Tsang · Maggie Cheung · Paul Fonoroff

Synopsis Alan & Eric: Between Hello and Goodbye (1991) follows the journey of two lifelong friends, Alan and Eric, who were forced to part ways when Eric relocated to America. Their paths cross again in the vibrant city of Hong Kong,...

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Direction Peter Chan

Cast Leslie Cheung · Anita Yuen · Carina Lau · Jordan Chan

Synopsis He’s a Woman, She’s a Man (1994) follows the story of Wing, an ordinary Hong Kong movie enthusiast who is deeply infatuated with the enchanting female singer Rose and her producer, Sam, viewing them as the perfect couple. In a...

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Leap

2020 · Movie · 135 min. · China

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Gong Li · Huang Bo · Wu Gang · Peng Yuchang

Synopsis Leap (2020) chronicles the inspiring journey of the Chinese women's volleyball team as they strive to reclaim their glory after a 12-year hiatus from the Olympic final. The narrative delves into the team's emotional rollercoaster over more than three decades,...

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Xin nan xiong nan di

1993 · Movie · 97 min. · Hong Kong

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Tony Leung Chiu-Wai · Tony Leung Ka-Fai · Anita Yuen · Carina Lau

Synopsis Xin nan xiong nan di (1993) follows the journey of Yuen, a young man who initially disdains his father for being overly kind and lenient. Through an intriguing narrative device involving flashbacks and time travel, Yuen encounters his parents during...

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American Dreams in China

2013 · Movie · 112 min. · China

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