

Anita
2021-11-12 · 136 min · ★ 7.9
This long-awaited biopic provides a vivid account of the remarkable life of Anita Mui in and behind the limelight, chronicling her journey from a child performer to becoming one of world's most recognized music icons.
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Production details
- Directors
- Leung Lok-Man
- Production companies
- Edko Films, One Cool Films, Irresistible Alpha Limited
- Countries
- Hong Kong
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 10,700,000
Top Cast
Louise Wong Tan-neiAnita Mui
Anita Mui Yim-fongSelf (archive footage)
Terrance Lau Chun-HimLeslie Cheung
Tony Yang Yo-NingBen Lam
Fish Liew Chi-yuAnn Mui
Louis KooEddie Lau
Gordon Lam Ka-tungSo Hau-leung
Waise Lee Chi-hungLeonard Ho
Michael NingMichael Lai
Ayumu NakajimaGoto Yuki
Miriam Yeung Chin-wahFlorence
David Siu Chung-HangKwok
Ram Chiang Chi-kwongRecordist
John Chiang Jr.Andy Hui
Carlos Chan Ka-LokAdam Cheng
Isabella ChanBridal Shop Staff
Jason Chan Pak-YuLai Chi Kok Park Performer
Ram Chiang Chi-kwongStudio Sound Engineer
Deon Cheung Chung-chiDr. Cheung
Chiang Man KitBoss Kwok's Man Ah-JoeTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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