Cheung, the Dragon Boatman (1952)

Plot Summary

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.

Full Cast & Characters

Sun-Ma Sze-Tsang

Dragon Boat Cheung

Leung Sing Poh

Bo, martial actor

Yeung Fan

Cheung Ching

Siu Yin-Fei

Ah Ping

Wong Sun-Nam

Opera actress Nam

Ma Siu-Ying

Cheung's mother

Chan Ching Wah

Mistress

Fung Ying-Seung

One Eye Dragon

Cheng Wai-Sum

Cheung Suet-Ying

Director & Crew

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