We use cookies to personalize your experience and analyze traffic. You can opt out at any time.
Ann Hui On-wah (born 23 May 1947 to a Chinese father and a Japanese mother) is a Hong Kong film director, film producer and occasional screenwriter, one of the most critically acclaimed amongst the Hong Kong New Wave.
Ann Hui is a seminal Hong Kong filmmaker and a central figure of the Hong Kong New Wave, celebrated for her nuanced exploration of cultural identity and domestic life.
She is renowned for directing influential films such as Boat People, Summer Snow, Song of the Exile, and A Simple Life, which often highlight the lived experiences of ordinary citizens in Hong Kong.
Her work is primarily grounded in social realism, focusing on character-driven narratives, family dynamics, and the complexities of the immigrant experience.