Time to shine
When action thriller Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In premiered in Hong Kong on May 1, it grossed a robust HK$5 million and became the second-highest-grossing local movie on its opening day in Hong Kong cinema history. Tatler caught up with Hong Kong Film Awards winner Soi Cheang to talk about the film’s creative direction, and how he recreated Kowloon Walled City.
May is celebrating Asian cinema on every one of its 31 days, whether that’s local or global recognition: as well as the premiere of Cheang’s movie, Ray Cheung’s latest LGBTQ+ movie All Shall Be Well is now in cinemas; it is already regarded as a worthy successor to his 2019 release Suk Suk; and then, of course, the Cannes Film Festival is highlighting some of the region’s talents on its screen and its red carpet.
Other newsletter highlights this week:
- Here’s how Hong Kong athlete Vriko Kwok blazed the trail for plus-size athletes in the running community.
- With the sun moving into Gemini early next week, Tatler’s astrologer Casey Chan explains what it means for each star sign.
- When whisky meets design: Zaha Hadid Architects, The Dalmore and the story behind the bespoke piece created to house a unique spirit.
- Dunhill’s creative director Simon Holloway on why he would like to forget quiet luxury and focus on timeless luxury instead.
Dear Tatler readers, whatever your plans are this weekend, have an amazing one.
Salomé Grouard
Deputy Digital Editor
POWER & PURPOSE
How Hong Kong athlete Vriko Kwok blazed the trail for plus-size athletes in the running community
Hong Kong Brazilian jiu-jitsu champion Vriko Kwok participated in an ultramarathon of six days (Photo: courtesy of Lululemon)
Hong Kong jiu-jitsu champion, body positivity campaigner and Lululemon ambassador Vriko Kwok never saw herself running an ultramarathon but she took up the challenge to further the cause of feminism and science.
Here’s how Kwok turned a traumatic experience with sports into incredible strength.
MORE FROM POWER & PURPOSE
Here’s what the Tatler community is up to in May, from starting new business ventures to hosting meaningful celebrations.
Phyllis Marwah and Alia Eyres on finding purpose, changing lives and nurturing their mother-daughter relationship.
Before we reveal the newest cohort of Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow on June 3, here’s the panel of industry heavyweights we consulted to decide who makes the final cut.
STYLE
Dunhill’s creative director Simon Holloway on why he would like to forget quiet luxury and focus on timeless luxury instead
Designer Simon Holloway, Dunhill’s new creative director, photographed at Bourdon House (Photo: Tatler Asia/Zed Leets)
Dunhill’s new creative director, Simon Holloway, talks about the best of British tailoring, why Dunhill is synonymous with luxury and why movie stars should dress like movie stars.
Find out what he’s planning on bringing to the brand, from elevating knitwear to o refining tastes with a modern twist.
MORE FROM STYLE
Looking for a new signature scent? Perhaps it is time to consider something more unique like these exquisite, hard-to-find Korean perfumes.
London-based private jeweller Jane Lunzer explains how to invest in engagement rings and answers the most commonly asked questions about jewellery.
Here’s everything that’s happened in style news this week, from Rosalía becoming Dior’s new brand ambassador to Zhang Ling He staring in Moncler 520 Day campaign.
LIFESTYLE
Why Hong Kong director Ray Yeung wrote another queer movie
Ray Yeung (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Zed Leets)
Independent Hong Kong film director Ray Yeung has been telling LGBTQ+ love stories for years now, like with the acclaimed Suk Suk (2019)
He believes local cinema has more to offer than stories about triads and martial arts, and proves it again in his latest movie All Shall Be Well (2024).
MORE FROM LIFESTYLE
Here are Tatler’s picks of movies by Asian filmmakers being screened at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.
With the sun moving into Gemini early next week, Tatler’s astrologer Casey Chan explains what it means for each star sign.
From Hong Kong to Geneva: these seven destinations are not to be missed by luxury watch enthusiasts.
DINING
A complex piece where whisky meets architecture
The sculpture by Zaha Hadid Architects and The Dalmore Luminary 2024 No 2—The Rare Edition are together set to go up for auction
What happens when architecture meets whisky?
A partnership between Scottish distillery The Dalmore, Zaha Hadid Architects director Melodie Leung and the Victoria and Albert Museum Dundee had the answer—a stunning sculpture that cradles a single malt.
MORE FROM DINING
Beat the heat with our guide to Hong Kong’s premier spots for shaved ice.
From new events and limited-time menus to sake masterclasses, these are all the food and drink happenings that you should know about this week.
Find the best new eats around Hong Kong by following these foodies—scrolling can cause hunger, so proceed with caution.
HOMES
How Zaha Hadid Architects is changing Hong Kong’s skyline with The Henderson
Sara Klomps in her office (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Zed Leets)
Is there room for another show-stopping skyscraper in Hong Kong’s crowded skyline?
Tatler meets Zaha Hadid Architects director Sara Klomps, who reveals the process behind designing The Henderson, the highly anticipated new tower.
MORE FROM HOMES
Walk through this opulent Californian coastal-style residence with interconnected spaces.
Here are eight schools where carefully considered architecture contributes to a more holistic education.
How home stylist Jason Saft of Staged to Sell Home transformed a historic home in Brooklyn with contemporary twists.
AROUND ASIA
SINGAPORE | Tatler’s guide to the most expensive drinks you can order in Singapore.
PHILIPPINES | These eight bright, young sartorial talents are making a mark on the Philippine fashion industry one stitch at a time.
MALAYSIA | How Kimberley Ho of Evereden started a skincare company that’s now the no. 1 premium family care brand in US and China.
