The Secret (HK Film Archive)

[sprocket]

Mediapsychos has reopened a group buy for Ann Hui's The Secret, which was available briefly in March - but which no one noticed, myself included.





https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0079146/

https://www.lcsd.gov.hk/CE/CulturalS...nw/film07.html

https://mediapsychos.com/topic/9414-...-film-archive/

[McCrutchy]

Just to be clear, it seems that this is the Hong Kong Film Archive's first Blu-ray (released in January 2019), and that it is only available to buy directly from their shop in person, hence, I suppose, the need for a group buy.

Here is what the HKFA says about the disc on their website here:

The Secret (Blu-ray Disc)

Prod Co: Unique Films Co., Ltd.
Producer: Wu Sau-yee
Executive Producer: Lo Kai-muk
Director: Ann Hui
Screenwriter: Joyce Chan
Cinematographer: David Chung
Main Cast: Sylvia Chang, Angie Chiu Nga-chi, Tsui Siu-keung, Lee Hye-suk, Alex Man

Penned by renowned screenwriter Joyce Chan, The Secret (1979) is the first feature film of director Ann Hui. Based on a homicide case in the 1970s, it utilises a non-linear narrative structure to unpeel layer after layer of secrets and illusions. Its clever use of visual contrast not only underscores the clashes between traditional and modern cultures, but also mirrors the psychological tension of characters. The film explores the dark side of the human psyche and experiments with innovative styles, heralding the Hong Kong New Wave. The nostalgic world of mystique created in The Secret is now digitally restored to its original splendour.

【Blu-ray Disc】
‘Special Features' includes a video of the restoration process of the film. Plus a 64-page booklet. The accompanying booklet contains photo section of 'Before and After Restoration', in addition to articles written by film scholars Sam Ho and Ka Ming, a film review excerpt by film critic Sek Kei and more.

Format: Colour
Language: Cantonese (Mono)
Subtitles: Traditional Chinese/English
Region: All
Aspect Ratio:1.85:1
Number of discs: 1 (Blu-ray Disc)
Running Time：90 mins

Release Date: January 2019

Price: $135

I'm definitely interested, so I've signed up for a copy.

[McCrutchy]

Well, I guess I need to be more thorough next time, as I would have preferred to order from Buyoyo, since I've used them before and would have had no trouble using them again for this, which they have for HK$ 162 (less than $21) plus shipping, which would make it about $30 shipped.

Oh well.

[sprocket]

Originally Posted by McCrutchy

Well, I guess I need to be more thorough next time, as I would have preferred to order from Buyoyo, since I've used them before and would have had no trouble using them again for this, which they have for HK$ 162 (less than $21) plus shipping, which would make it about $30 shipped.

Oh well.

Why not ask for your MP order to be cancelled?

[McCrutchy]

Originally Posted by sprocket

Why not ask for your MP order to be cancelled?

I don't think I can, if I'm reading the rules correctly.

[sprocket]

Originally Posted by McCrutchy

I don't think I can, if I'm reading the rules correctly.

Doesn't hurt to ask someone like ksosk, especially before the GB is closed.

[joshman150]

If anyone has a copy of this they would be willing to let go please let me know!