Close Escape (1989): Cast & Plot
Close Escape is a 1989 drama thriller directed by Chow Jan-Wing, starring Michael Miu Kiu-Wai as Lam Wai-Tung, Dick Wei and Aaron Kwok. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 32m (92 min)
- Director
- Chow Jan-Wing
- Original language
- Cantonese
- Studio
- Y.C. Lai Films Production
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Close Escape About?
The premise of Close Escape without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Knowing that he’s dying from cancer, Lam feels a responsibility to come up with sufficient funds quickly so that his younger brother Wai-leong can complete medical school.
Close Escape Themes & Keywords
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Close Escape Cast & Characters
Michael Miu Kiu-Wai leads the cast as Lam Wai-Tung, with Dick Wei as Chiu Ying Kau and Aaron Kwok as Ben Kwok. Directed by Chow Jan-Wing; 17 actors are credited in all.
- Director Chow Jan-Wing
- Michael Miu Kiu-Wai as Lam Wai-Tung
- Dick Wei as Chiu Ying Kau
- Aaron Kwok as Ben Kwok
- Chan Chik-Wai
Also Starring in Close Escape
· 13 moreClose Escape Plot Summary
What happens in Close Escape from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Lam Wai-tung, [Michael Miu Kiu-Wai], is dying from cancer and hatches a desperate plan to steal a batch of diamonds from smuggler Chiu Ying-kau, [Dick Wei], to fund his younger brother Wai-leung’s medical studies overseas. Wai-leung himself is blissfully unaware of his brother’s illicit activities, trusting that family loyalty will see him through. After the heist, Chiu is questioned at the police station by Kwat, [Chan Chik-Wai], and Sergeant Ben Kwok, [Aaron Kwok], who suspect a link to the case but lack solid evidence to convict. The tension tightens as Wai-leung, Ben, and Ben’s sister Man, [Charine Chan Ka-Ling], throw a surprise birthday party for Wai-tung, a moment that momentarily softens the grim reality surrounding their hidden danger.
Full summary
The whole story of Close Escape, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Close Escape?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which character is dying from cancer?
Close Escape Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Fei yue wei qiang” and “Fly Over Danger Fight”.
- Also known as
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- Fei yue wei qiang
- Fly Over Danger Fight
- 飞越危墙
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Close Escape FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Close Escape, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Close Escape?
Close Escape runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
When was Close Escape released?
Close Escape was released on May 18, 1989.
Who directed Close Escape?
Close Escape was directed by Chow Jan-Wing.
More films by Chow Jan-Wing Who is in the cast of Close Escape?
Close Escape stars Michael Miu Kiu-Wai as Lam Wai-Tung, Dick Wei as Chiu Ying Kau and Aaron Kwok as Ben Kwok, among 17 credited actors.
Does Close Escape have a post-credit scene?
No. Close Escape has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Close Escape in?
The original language of Close Escape is Cantonese.
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