The Gift
Amanda Lau
Hong Kong / Col / 9'40"/ In Cantonese with Chinese and English subtitles
Single mother and autistic daughter Yan live together with endless fights because they never agree with each other. It is only through Yan's painting that her mother realises her wish is just to grow up healthily, both of them.
Artist's Statement
No matter your age, gender, with or without disabilities, everyone has the right to express and the right to make decision. Sometimes parents are over loyal to themselves and do not accept to the children feelings, which ma led to conflict. Therefore, parent and children should understand with each other to build up a healthy life.
Juror's Comment
The story is a bit generic and the characterisation is simplified to serve the narrative. The director is also the actor who delivers convincing acting, while at the time handles the mis-en-scene. (Mani Man)
