Let's Be Happy Tonight
Originally released in 1968. Let's Be Happy Tonight is a drama film. directed by Lau Tat. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lydia Shum Tin-Ha, Helena Law Lan, and Hui Ying-Sau
Synopsis
Hong Kong might be enjoying unprecedented prosperity in the late 1960s, but the poverty-stricken stories of the Tramp remain appealing. Cheng Kwun-min, veteran character actor best known in the era of Cantonese cinema as Elvis of the East, builds on his newfound stardom in the television era by teaming up with fellow members of the popular variety show Enjoy Yourself Tonight to stage this Chaplin redux. The film offers several clever duplications of Chaplin's gags and Cheng's Charlie retains much of the Tramp's essence, in both mannerisms and the determination to remain dignified despite poor social standings. Cheng was so fond of playing the character he celebrated the 30th anniversary of his showbiz life with another turn as the Tramp, in Charlie Catches the Cat (1969).
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 12, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
CN
Original language
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Let's Be Happy Tonight about?
Hong Kong might be enjoying unprecedented prosperity in the late 1960s, but the poverty-stricken stories of the Tramp remain appealing. Cheng Kwun-min, veteran character actor best known in the era...
Who directed Let's Be Happy Tonight?
Let's Be Happy Tonight was directed by Lau Tat.
How long is Let's Be Happy Tonight?
Let's Be Happy Tonight has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Let's Be Happy Tonight released?
Let's Be Happy Tonight was released on December 12, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Let's Be Happy Tonight?
The main cast of Let's Be Happy Tonight includes Lydia Shum Tin-Ha, Helena Law Lan, Hui Ying-Sau.