Two nights ago, Eason Chan, Eric Tsang, Gigi Leung, Karena Lam, Andy Hui and others attended the 2008 Hong Kong Film Development Council Christmas Reception where the Hong Kong Film New Action plan was revealed. Eight films would receive funding under the plan.
During the reception, Eason revealed that he did not intend on filming the full English language film Strawberry Cliff (贖命), but director Chris Chow (周隼) informed him if he doesn't participate they will cancel their request for funds. Eason says, "I was shocked, so I accepted, but the entire film was in English which was a challenge." The film eventually received $3 million HKD in funding.
Eason further reveals that he worked with actress Leslie-Anne Huff and his scenes were filmed in Hong Kong, saying, "In all the times I've filmed in Hong Kong, this was my first time experiencing a Hollywood-like feel. This is because they set 8 hours to film and they will film in 8 hours, unlike the typical Hong Kong film where the pace is extremely fast, just like if we were illegal street vendors running from the police (jau gwai 走鬼)."
Sources: the sun & mingpao 12.05.2008
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