Cheung, the Dragon Boatman

The story

This is a film that celebrates the moral function of art. Sun Ma Si-tsang, at once a master Cantonese opera actor and a talented comedian, showcases an oft-overlooked style of singing, presenting it as an inspirational force that saves life and betters relationships. He plays the titled character, who doesn't operate a boat and is nowhere near bodies of water, but an artist specialising in the Dragon Boat style of music. Forced to perform on the streets to make a living, he ventures into situations manifesting the many societal problems that plague Hong Kong, inspiring and elevating common folks with his artistry. He stars alongside Leung Sing-por in a classic animation of comedy partnership, generating laughter from the interactions between players of contrasting body types.

Cast & crew

Sun-Ma Sze-TsangDragon Boat Cheung

Leung Sing PohBo, martial actor

Yeung Fan

Yeung FanCheung Ching

Siu Yin-FeiAh Ping

Wong Sun-Nam

Wong Sun-NamOpera actress Nam

Ma Siu-YingCheung's mother

Chan Ching Wah

Chan Ching WahMistress

Fung Ying-Seung

Fung Ying-SeungOne Eye Dragon

Cheng Wai-Sum

Cheng Wai-SumCast

Cheung Suet-Ying

Cheung Suet-YingCast