Original Crew of Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In Recreates Iconic Scenes to be Displayed at Hong Kong International Airport from Today

Transporting Locals and Visitors Back to the Former Kowloon Walled City and Encouraging the Exploration of Hong Kong from a Movie-Inspired Perspective

(HONG KONG, 7 October 2024, 1830hrs) – Dive into the world of movies and discover Hong Kong from a new perspective! Riding on the global success of the critically acclaimed local movie Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, which is celebrated for its captivating action choreography and exquisite set design and production, Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) along with the film makers are jointly presenting the “Live out the Cinematic Charm of Hong Kong” Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In Exhibition. The Exhibition will be held in two phases respectively: first in Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) and then in the shopping mall AIRSIDE in Kowloon City. With captivating scenes from the movie, the Exhibition promises both locals and visitors an exhilarating journey through Hong Kong’s rich history and culture in a truly immersive experience, encouraging viewers to follow the footsteps from the movie for a unique adventure in town.

Starting today (7 October), visitors arriving in the Arrival Hall of the HKIA will be transported back in time. They will be greeted by an iconic 6.5-metre-high double-story set and a massive “Kowloon Walled City” neon sign. Visitors can trace the footsteps of the characters in the meticulously restored film set, including the barber shop, tea stall, store and winding alleys. They will relive exciting scenes from Twilights of the Warriors: Walled In and get a taste of the unique culture and history of this fascinating place. In December, the Exhibition will be recreated in the shopping mall AIRSIDE in Kowloon City, the epicentre of the film’s story, bringing locals and visitors a further immersive experience for a journey to Kowloon Walled City in the good old days.

Officiating at the opening ceremony of the Exhibition were Mr John Lee, The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Michael Wong, Deputy Financial Secretary, Mr Raistlin Lau, Acting Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Dr Pang Yiu-kai, Chairman of the HKTB, Mr Fred Lam, Chairman of the AAHK and The Honourable Dr Peter Lam, Chairman of Media Asia Group.

Mr John Lee, the Chief Executive of the HKSAR, said, "Hong Kong movies have long been highly appreciated internationally; they are an important aspect of Hong Kong's soft power and a significant tourism asset that helps tell the good stories of Hong Kong. This is the result of the efforts of several generations of filmmakers. The government will work closely with various sectors to promote Hong Kong cinema and enhance the city's cultural strength. We will continue developing movie-inspired tourism projects through different Hong Kong films to attract more visitors to Hong Kong while promoting our local film culture."

Dr Pang Yiu-kai, Chairman of HKTB, said, “Movies are an ideal medium to soft sell Hong Kong tourism. They showcase our city’s landscape and culture, inspiring people to experience what Hong Kong has to offer in person. Therefore, the HKTB has promoted tourism through movie culture, launching a Hong Kong travel guide inspired by famous local films. Highlighting the city’s distinctive appeal through a selection of films, the travel guide aims to entice visitors from all over the world to come and embark on an adventure following our cinematic treasures. This time, themed around Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, the Exhibition offers more than an immersive visit to the sets, sparking interest among both locals and visitors to explore Hong Kong’s rich cultural and historical heritage beyond the movies and enjoy their time in the wider city.”

Fred Lam, Chairman of AAHK, said, “We are delighted that HKIA is the first venue for the exhibition of the film ‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’. As the gateway to welcome travellers, HKIA is an ideal place to showcase the rich culture of Hong Kong and actively promote local arts. We are honoured to collaborate with the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the Hong Kong Tourism Board, and the film makers to present the exhibition ‘Live out the Cinematic Charm of Hong Kong’. Our common aim is to highlight the diverse culture landscape and history of Hong Kong, while providing an enjoyable experience for visitors.”