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[Field-Homework 3] Disappearing City: Neon Lights

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Link: https://youtu.be/LDRvOTHO3OI Video Essay The disappearance of neon signs in Hong Kong, caused by government regulations, not only marks a decline in an iconic element of the city’s identity as depicted in films globally but also reflects broader socio-cultural shifts, influencing local perceptions and conservation efforts. This video essay takes a deep dive into the perception of Hong Kong through the lens of cinema, testimonials from locals, and further conservation efforts all relating to signage through neon.  The theme of this video essay follows the “Disappearing City: Neon Signs”. We initially take a critical look through the film “Expats” directed

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[Field-Homework 3] The Afterglow of Hong Kong’s Neon Light.

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Introduction This video will revolve around the concept of the disappearing neon lights in Hong Kong, hence it is also named “The Afterglow of Hong Kong’s Neon Light”. We set the filming background in Yau Ma Tei, an area where neon lights were once the most dazzling. The theme of the video is the gradually disappearing neon lights, which reflect the changes in Hong Kong culture and image in the context of rapid social development, as well as people’s emotions and views on the passing of neon lights. Literature Review The iconic neon lights of Hong Kong have served as

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[Field-Homework 3] a documentation of food in temple street

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The video is a documentary about food in temple street. It is a combination of different short videos, forming a montage. The main goal of the video is to record what the food culture of temple street was like today. Hong Kong is a bustling metropolis renowned for its rich culinary heritage and diverse food scene. Among its many culinary treasures, the vibrant street food culture stands out as a unique and integral part of the city’s identity. From savory snacks to delectable desserts, Hong Kong’s street food offerings tantalize the taste buds and provide an immersive experience into the

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[Field-Homework 3] The Disappearing Squatter Settlement: Cha Kwo Ling Village

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Video essay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqqGUp-prOg Introduction In Hong Kong, squatter houses typically refer to makeshift homes constructed illegally, often found on the outskirts of the city or in remote mountainous areas. These squatter areas form a unique urban landscape in Hong Kong, bearing witness to the transformation of the region from a fishing village to an international metropolis, and illustrating the evolution of living conditions for a segment of the population. These rudimentary dwellings are usually built from temporary materials such as metal sheets, wooden planks, and plastic cloth, offering only basic facilities and a challenging living environment. The existence of squatter

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[Field – Homework 3] Equitable City: Statue Square, Central

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(1) Introduction — Description of the theme and subject matter The video focuses on the equitable nature of the Statue Square, a historic public plaza located in the heart of the city’s bustling Central district. It highlights how this space, despite the dynamism of its surrounding environment, has remained a constant beacon of inclusivity for Hong Kong’s diverse population. The video stresses that the harmonious coexistence of individuals from varied socioeconomic backgrounds within Statue Square is a testament to its enduring role as a place that fosters a strong sense of community and social cohesion. Through the use of various

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[Field-Homework 3] Public City: HKU Pier

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  Video Essay: Theme: The theme and subject matter of the described scenario revolve around the transformation of the harbor near HKU and its impact on the surrounding environment and community. The setting is the Western Harbourfront, stretching from Sai Ying Pun to Kennedy Town in Hong Kong. The components of the story include the initial state of the harbor, its renovation, and the subsequent changes observed by the narrator. History:  The waterfront near HKU is first seen as an interesting location with abandoned cargo docks and strewn-about containers. Unobstructed views of Victoria Harbour and the city skyline are made

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reading response2

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Reading Response 2 In response to the reading The Multilayered Metropolis, I began to reflect on how multilayered pedestrian systems are represented in Hong Kong, where I live, and how they resonate with cinematic depictions of the city. Hong Kong’s architecture, with its dense urban sprawl, is a maze of elevated walkways, overpasses and a complex underground network, reflecting the multi-layered concepts discussed in the document. These infrastructures not only contribute to the bustling rhythm of the city, but also have a significant impact on Hong Kong’s social interactions and cultural dynamics. From a cinematic perspective, these multi-layered spaces in

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[Reading Response 2] – The Imaginary Real World of Cyber-Cities

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“Lag-Time Places” capture the fundamental nature of urban environments that are frequently disregarded in accounts of urban progress. These entities symbolize not only spatial voids, but also temporal disruptions, in which the progression of time appears to halt. These neglected regions are akin to misplaced puzzle pieces, estranged from the overarching blueprint of the urban environment, and abandoned to rot in the dark.It brings to mind a specific alleyway in my birthplace when I consider this notion. Nestled amidst edificing structures, this area appears to be eerily isolated from the swift urbanization that encircles it. Idnocuous to developers and pedestrians

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[Reading response 2] – Oh No, There Goes Tokyo

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The article mainly illustrated the aftereffects of the World War II on Japanese media. It mentioned that the Japanese cities were often depicted as doomed and apocalyptic due to some monster or tangible enemy, such that citizens could seek relief by watching this symbolic villain being beaten under the unity and harmony of the Japanese. Growth and change were highly valued in these films, even though the idea of utopia was out of focus. This types of disaster movies reminded me of a Japanese war anime the Grave of the Fireflies. Instead of building a fantasy non-existent world where a

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[Reading Response 2] In Search of the Ghostly Context

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The author opens up the ghostly city of Chan’s films, shedding light on low-cost public housing estate issues and marginalized society living there. In Chan’s movies, lower-class housing is depicted as haunted and desolate, “evoking ghostliness, melancholy, loss, and nostalgia” in contrast to the promoted positive depiction. These hyper-dense estates with poverty, dysfunctional families, and crimes, remained home to many people, usually powerless with a strong feeling of homelessness. Chan uses the uncanny to convey this feeling in his films. Ghosts serve as reminders of past history that haunts places and people. Not all of his films directly address characters

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