The Vow
A young woman trapped in a cross-cultural contract marriage devises the ultimate plan of escape.
Directed by Charles Sweeney (USA)
World premiere
Out of competition
Puzzled Path
Under the shadow of political upheavals in Hong Kong, a retired police officer helps his reporter son escape from the riot police. While in hiding, the conflict between the father and son continues to escalate to the point that the son dashes out in anger. Worried about his safety, the father goes out to look for him but gets lost on the way due to dementia.
Directed by Kenneth Ma (USA)
World premiere
Out of competition
Rock Hard with the Clown
Realizing his comedy career is going nowhere, a cough syrup addicted clown quits drinking and starts a band in order to get the attention of his estranged wife.
Directed by Tyler Kirby (USA)
World premiere
Out of competition