Making Waves 2023: The Sparring Partner

We are thrilled to announce the inclusion of seven remarkable films, presented by HKIFF, as part of the 16th Bali International Film Festival. These films, curated straight from the heart of Hong Kong, are a testament to the outstanding talent and creativity found within the Making Waves Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema. This collaboration is made possible with the support of CreateHK and hosted by hketojakarta.

Film : The Sparring Partner

Director: Ho Cheuk-Tin  ( Attending BIFF 2023 )

Country: Hong Kong

Language: Chinese (English and Indonesian subtitles available)

Duration: 138 min

Category: Feature Narrative

Synopsis: A young man partners with his friend to murder and dismember his parents. Pleading not guilty to the crime, defense attorneys face each other as nine jurors grapple with the truth.

*All Hong Kong films will have English and Indonesian subtitles

*Program and Schedule subject to change