He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father (1993)

7.1/10 98 min Drama Comedy

Overview

Yuen scorns his father, who he thinks is too generous and forgiving. Through a flashback/time travel gimmick, Yuen meets his parents during their joyous courtship. Yuen comes to understand and admire his dad, and reflect on his own moral defects.

Cast

Tony Leung Chiu-wai

Chor Yuen

Tony Leung Ka-fai

Tommy Chor Feng

Carina Lau

Laura Watts

Anita Yuen Wing-Yee

Yee / Lynn

Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui

Chuen / Adult Lone

Helen Young

Yin

Anita Lee Yuen-Wah

Sister Kan

Chor Yuen

Lord Watsons

Pang Mei-Seung

Laura's Mother

Valerie Chow

Dr. Jenny Chung

Michael Chow Man-Kin

Mr. Cheung

Waise Lee Chi-Hung

Lee Kar Shing

Lawrence Ng Kai-Wah

Loanshark Fung

Chang Gan-Wing

Laura's Cousin

Jimmy Wong

Bridge Player

Poon Fong-Fong

Siu Guen

Joe Cheung Tung-Cho

Photographer

Kim Yip Kwong-Kim

Dr. Chi / Bass Player / Rickshaw-man

Teddy Chan

Kee

Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung

Uncle Mark Seven

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