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

Tony Leung Ka-fai

Tommy Chor Feng

Carina Lau

Anita Yuen Wing-Yee

Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui

Chuen / Adult Lone

Helen Young

Anita Lee Yuen-wah

Chor Yuen

Pang Mei-Seung

Valerie Chow

Dr. Jenny Chung

Michael Chow Man-kin

Waise Lee Chi-Hung

Lawrence Ng

Chang Gan-Wing

Jimmy Wong Wah-wo

Poon Fong-Fong

Joe Cheung Tung-cho

Kim Yip Kwong-kim

Dr. Chi / Bass Player / Rickshaw-man

Teddy Chen

Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung

Uncle Mark Seven

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