A Chinese Ghost Story Returns with not only a look back at Wilson Yip’s 2011 remake, but also news of the upcoming Shout! Studios 4K trilogy release. With Ghost Month here, it feels like the perfect time to revisit one of Hong Kong cinema’s most haunting sagas. This supernatural romance has captured audiences since 1987, and it’s about to return in stunning form. The folklore is classic, and how can not weep for the shadow whose only glimmer of hope is that of a naïve scholar?
Director Wilson Yip took on A Chinese Ghost Story (2011) with the goal of reimagining the classic tale for a new generation. While opinions remain divided on whether his version matches the original’s magic, it undeniably keeps the legend alive. By comparing both versions, we see how this story of love, spirits, and duty continues to evolve. When the third film slightly deviated from the formula (I reviewed this instalment when Fantasia played it), there’s room to grow. And with the classic trilogy getting a fully remastered release (Amazon link), I’m eager to revisit it!
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