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VAFF 19

Beyond Redemption

Chinese, English

Directed by Bruce Fontaine

Nov 7: Special Presentation – Beyond Redemption / Canada / 2015 / Action, Drama / 90 mins / English, Mandarin Chinese / Colour

Description

World-weary undercover cop Billy Tong has infiltrated the Ching Tau Gang and discovers they are planning to kidnap the Triad Dragon Head Xi Long’s daughter, Tiffany. When Billy learns his ex-wife is pregnant, he questions his career choices—but Billy’s checkered past catches up with him and he is forced to take action, making choices that will risk the safety of Xi Long’s daughter and his new family.

In attendance: Director in attendance; Producers in attendance (Dodo Gao, Phil Planta, Theo Kim, Derek Lowe); Executive Producers in attendance (Tony Towe, Sylvia Wong); Writers in attendance (Patrick Wong, Derek Lowe); Ensemble Cast

VAFF People Choice Award – Canadian Feature 2015 nominee


Director's Bio

Vancouverite Bruce Fontaine started in film via Hong Kong where he worked as an action actor for icons like Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung, and many more. Returning to Canada in 1996, Bruce expanded into acting, stunts, stunt-coordinating, and eventually, directing and producing. “Beyond Redemption” is Bruce’s first feature film as director.


Credits

Producer: Phil Planta, Theo Kim, Derek Lowe, Bruce Fontaine
Writer: Patrick Wong, Derek Lowe