DIFF PIX brings Hong Kong action cinema to Dublin

DIFF PIX is back, presenting a new series of films under the banner of Hong Kong Kicks.

This is a way to see some of the best and most rarely seen examples of Hong Kong action cinema back on the big screen where it belongs. Six movies will be coming to the Lighthouse cinema in Dublin, with the season curated by Roger Garcia - Executive Director of the Hong Kong Film Festival and action movie expert.

The short fest will kick off with a martial arts demonstration on Smithfield Square on Friday the 25th of September, before the screenings over the weekend.

Here’s what’s on offer - all screenings are at the Lighthouse cinema in Smithfield, Dublin 7.

Friday September 25th Martial Arts Demo with Sensei Scott Langley and Hombu Dojo Karate, Smithfield Square - 16.30 Once Upon a Time in China II - 20.15

Saturday September 26thDuel to the Death with talk by Roger Garcia - 15.00 Spooky Encounters - 20.00

Sunday September 27th Righting Wrongs - 15.00 The Young Master - 17.00 The Way of the Dragon - 19.00

Featuring efforts from major stars including Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and Jet Li this is bound to be a weekend of fun for action fans, especially for little-seen classic Duel to the Death.

“Building on the success of last year’s Dublin’s Favourite Film DIFF PIX screening we are thrilled to bring this very special season of the best of Hong Kong cinema to Dublin audiences. We are particularly honoured and excited to welcome our guest curator Roger Garcia, one of the industry’s leading experts in this particular genre of cinema which has such a huge impact worldwide. I hope cinemagoers will enjoy this early Autumn treat.” says Grainne Humphreys, Dublin International Film Festival Director.

Tickets for DIFF PIX Hong Kong Kicks are available now from diff.com.