Oriental Watch Company sponsored grand opening of “Better Together – Partnering Up for Hong Kong Movies”Exhibition, presented by Tai Kwun

The opening ceremony of Tai Kwun’s Summer Exhibition “Better Together“ was held on 22 June at the Duplex Studio in Tai Kwun. The opening ceremony drew an impressive crowd of distinguished guests, including (From left to right) Mr James Bidlake, Executive Director, Legal and Compliance of The Hong Kong Jockey Club; Ms Chin Chin Teoh, Director of Tai Kwun; Mr Albert Mak, Film Director of Rob N Roll; Mr Stanley Tong, Film Director of Police Story III – Super Cop; The Hon Bernard Chan, Chairman of Tai Kwun Culture and Arts Company Limited; Mr Louis Koo, President of the Federation of Hong Kong Filmmakers; Mr Dennis Yeung, Managing Director of Oriental Watch Company; Mr Chin Ka Lok, Chairman of the Hong Kong Stuntman Association; Mr Sunny Chan Wing San, Curator of the exhibition; and Mr Man Lim Chung, Costume Consultant of Rob N Roll.

The exhibition entrance showcases 8 iconic movie posters, immersing visitors in a cinematic atmosphere. Adding a distinctive touch, the Oriental Watch Company’s signature neon light glows brightly, reviving the vibrant spirit of a dazzling era while reflecting the brand’s heritage. This fusion of neon brilliance and visual culture sets the stage for a captivating and immersive experience.

The exhibition meticulously recreates iconic scenes from a range of classic films, spanning the 1960s (e.g. The Black Rose) to the present day (e.g. Rob N Roll).

Highlights include the dramatic transformation of the gallery of the Duplex studio into the iconic stunt scenes in Police Story 3: Supercop, including the helicopter and motorbike, as well as stacks of gold bars.

A robotic face-off between Black Knight I, the mechanised assassin from Aces Go Places II, and RS1, the prototype combat robot hacked to attack Hong Kong in Gen-Y Cops.

The upside-down gallery (complete with inverted chandelier) from Once a Thief, re-creating the point of view of the art thieves attempting a heist while suspended from the ceiling to avoid detection.

Beyond immersive set experiences, the exhibition also presents exclusive interviews with filmmakers, offering insights into on- and off-screen collaborations and the unique chemistry between creative partners.