Night and Fog (2009)

Other name: 天水围的夜与雾, Tin Sui Wai Dik Ye Yue Mo

Description:

Night and Fog immerses viewers in a darkly realistic psychological thriller, beginning at the devastating conclusion of its story. The film opens with the stark reality of a man having murdered his wife, immediately setting a somber tone. Instead of a linear crime narrative, the plot cleverly works backward, meticulously investigating how events could have escalated to such a horrific outcome. This exploration is primarily guided by the fragmented and often contradictory statements provided by unreliable witnesses, whose perspectives paint a complex and shifting picture. Through these intricate testimonies, Night and Fog delves deep into the character of the perpetrator, compellingly questioning what kind of man was ultimately capable of killing his family. It’s a gripping journey into the elusive nature of truth and the disturbing depths of the human psyche.

Director: Ann Hui [許鞍華]

Country: Hong Kong

Status: Completed

Released: 2009

Genre:Drama; Family; life