Cheung, the Dragon Boatman

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.

• Release date
• May 26, 1952
• Runtime
• 103 min
• Genres
• Drama
• Director
• Poon Bing-Kuen

Cast

Sun-Ma Sze-Tsang Dragon Boat Cheung Leung Sing Poh Bo, martial actor

Y

Yeung Fan Cheung Ching Siu Yin-Fei Ah Ping

W

Wong Sun-Nam Opera actress Nam Ma Siu-Ying Cheung's mother

C

Chan Ching Wah Mistress

F

Fung Ying-Seung One Eye Dragon