Black Bauhinia

January. 18,2020      
Rating:
9.2
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Two young Hong Kong activists reflect on their resistance against China, are forced to decide between long-term imprisonment and refugee camps for a life in exile, while their movement inspires mass protests in the city they love.

Edward Leung as  Self

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