Echoes of the Rainbow (2010): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Echoes of the Rainbow is a 2010 comedy drama directed by Alex Law Kai-Yui, starring Aarif Rahman as Desmond / Big Ears (teenager), Buzz Chung and Simon Yam. It runs 1 hour 57 minutes and earned $3.1 million worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 57m (117 min)
- Director
- Alex Law Kai-Yui
- Original language
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Chinese - Studio
- BIG Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Echoes of the Rainbow About?
The premise of Echoes of the Rainbow without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In 1969 a turbulent Hong Kong neighborhood provides the backdrop for a tight‑knit, grassroots community. Young Big Ears, an eight‑year‑old with sticky fingers, narrates his family's life: his parents run the local shoe shop, and his older brother Desmond is the golden child—star athlete with top‑tier grades. Amid the turmoil, love and family become their shelter.
Echoes of the Rainbow Cast & Characters
Aarif Rahman leads the cast as Desmond / Big Ears (teenager), with Buzz Chung as Big Ears and Simon Yam as Mr. Law. Directed by Alex Law Kai-Yui; 22 actors are credited in all.
- Director Alex Law Kai-Yui
- Aarif Rahman as Desmond / Big Ears (teenager)
- Buzz Chung as Big Ears
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Simon Yam as Mr. Law - Sandra Ng Kwan Yue as Mrs. Law
Also Starring in Echoes of the Rainbow
· 18 more- Evelyn Choi Flora
- Ann Hui Miss Chan
- Paul Chun Pui Mr. Law's Brother
- Vincent Kok Tak-Chiu Mr. Ho
- Teresa Ha Ping Grandmother
- Joe Cheung Doctor
- Clifton Ko Chi-Sum Shoe Customer with Kids
- Alfred Cheung Kin-Ting
- Lawrence Ah Mon Goldfish Seller
- Ha Chun-Chau Printer
- John Wakefield Sergeant Brian
- Che Jan-Bong
- Amy Chum Wife of Gambling Den Owner
- Tina Lau Tin-Lan Flora's Mother
- Anthony Tam Chan-Keung Gambling Den Owner
- Lam Yiu-Ki Provision Store Owner
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- Lung King-Cheong Inter School Quiz master
- Kin-Hing Lee Shanghai Hairdresser
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One more film directed by Alex Law Kai-Yui: Now You See Love… Now You Don’t.
Echoes of the Rainbow Plot Summary
What happens in Echoes of the Rainbow from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Set in late 1960s Hong Kong, the film follows the Law family—Mr. Law, Mrs. Law, and their two sons, Desmond Law Chun-yat and Law Chun-yi—who live in a small shoe shop on Wing Lee Street in Sheung Wan. Desmond is the elder brother and a standout student: he earns top grades, is a gifted musician, and shines as a champion runner at the prestigious Diocesan Boys’ School, beloved by classmates and teachers. He also has a girlfriend, Flora, who comes from an affluent family.
Full summary
The whole story of Echoes of the Rainbow, scene by scene
Echoes of the Rainbow Box Office
Echoes of the Rainbow grossed $3.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$3.1M
- International
- $3.1M
Echoes of the Rainbow Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Echoes of the Rainbow.
How Well Do You Know Echoes of the Rainbow?
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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What is the nickname of Law Chun-yi, who also serves as the film's narrator?
Echoes of the Rainbow Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Sui yuet san tau” and “岁月神偷”.
- Also known as
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- Sui yuet san tau
- 岁月神偷
- Ехо от дъгата
- 세월신투
- Gema Pelangi
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Echoes of the Rainbow FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Echoes of the Rainbow, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Echoes of the Rainbow?
Echoes of the Rainbow runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).
When was Echoes of the Rainbow released?
Echoes of the Rainbow was released on March 11, 2010.
Who directed Echoes of the Rainbow?
Echoes of the Rainbow was directed by Alex Law Kai-Yui.
More films by Alex Law Kai-Yui Who is in the cast of Echoes of the Rainbow?
Echoes of the Rainbow stars Aarif Rahman as Desmond / Big Ears (teenager), Buzz Chung as Big Ears and Simon Yam as Mr. Law, among 22 credited actors.
How much did Echoes of the Rainbow make at the box office?
Echoes of the Rainbow grossed $3.1 million worldwide.
Does Echoes of the Rainbow have a post-credit scene?
No. Echoes of the Rainbow has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Echoes of the Rainbow in?
The original language of Echoes of the Rainbow is Chinese.
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