Those Were the Days

"Those Were the Days" is a creative exploration of what might unfold if a contemporary international art house director were to find himself in the bustling 1960s Hong Kong film industry. The series blends historical and fictional elements, featuring scenes where the renowned filmmaker Wong Kar-wai (WKW) meets a young Wong Jing, influencing his early career. Shu Qi stars as Siu Fong Fong, while Teresa Mak Ka-Kei plays a memorable Woman in Bathtub, adding depth to the period authenticity. The narrative highlights WKW's challenge of adapting his signature filmmaking style to the limitations and idiosyncrasies of the era's resources and talent.

Trivia and Behind-the-Scenes Facts:
1. The show creatively imagines a playful crossover between two iconic Hong Kong directors, Wong Kar-wai and Wong Jing, blending their vastly different cinematic styles into a unique homage.
2. Shu Qi's role as Siu Fong Fong was inspired by real-life leading actresses of the 1960s Hong Kong film scene, and she immersed herself in vintage fashion and mannerisms to authentically capture the era.
3. The production design painstakingly recreated 1960s Hong Kong, with sets and costumes sourced from original archives, making the show a visual celebration of Hong Kong's golden film age.

Full Cast of Those Were the Days

Crew of Those Were the Days