The Sunny Side of the Street (2022)

The Sunny Side of the Street 2022 / 白日青春 2022 / Bai Ri Qing Chun , Baak Yat Ching Cheun

Hassan is a Pakistani kid who arrived in Hong Kong even when he wasn’t born. His only dream is to move to the United States with his family, and the dream is shattered when his father is accidentally killed by a Hong Kong local in a car crash. Losing the guidance of a father, Hassan has no choice but to join a mafia organized by refugees. He gets into trouble during a crackdown by the police. However, the witness, Yat, gives his hand to Hassan. Yat not only assists Hassan in escaping from arrest but also promises to help Hassan flee to Taiwan for security. Ironically, the policeman chasing after them on the road is Yat’s son. Hassan starts to build trust in Yat as a father figure during the journey. Nevertheless, he discovers that Yat is actually the murderer of his father. Should he continue the journey with Yat? (Source: Festival des 3 Continents)