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Shi Nan-sun leaves a shining legacy in Hong Kong cinema
The trailblazing movie executive and producer was a driving force in bringing Chinese cinema to the world
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The golden age of Hong Kong film was driven by a wide range of star performers, with famous actors and directors taking much of the credit. But few, if any, can claim to have had more influence on the local industry’s success than trailblazing movie executive and producer Shi Nan-sun.
A legendary figure, Shi died at the age of 75 on Monday after suffering multiple organ failure caused by a bacterial infection. She passed away peacefully in hospital, surrounded by loved ones. Shi will be greatly missed.
Her career began in local television in the 1970s and progressed to film when she became executive director at Cinema City in 1981. Shi co-founded Film Workshop in 1984 and went on to establish sales agency Distribution Workshop.
The distinguished producer worked on many much-loved films, including A Chinese Ghost Story, Once Upon a Time in China, Black Mask, The Legend of Zu and Infernal Affairs.
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