Question 1

How much of Jackie Chan's real personality is in his character C.N. Chan?

Accepted Answer

Jackie Chan said C.N. Chan was "sixty to seventy percent Jackie Chan," with his clothing, training routine, healthy lifestyle, good nature, and environmental role all based on Chan's real traits.

Question 2

Why did 'Gorgeous' become an action film when it was originally conceived as a pure love story?

Accepted Answer

The film was originally a pure love story with Chan as producer only. To secure actress Shu Qi, the script was rewritten to create a role for Chan, which developed into a starring role with action elements.

Question 3

What festival recognized 'Gorgeous' in 1999?

Accepted Answer

The film was an official selection at the Golden Horse Film Festival in 1999.

Question 4

Which actor plays the gay character Albert, and how does this role connect to his previous work?

Accepted Answer

Tony Leung Chiu-wai plays Albert. This was his second time playing a gay character, following his role in Wong Kar-Wai's 'Happy Together' (1997).

Question 5

What is the story of 'Gorgeous' about?

Accepted Answer

Ah Bu from Taiwan finds a romantic message in a bottle and travels to Hong Kong to find her prince charming, Albert, who turns out to be gay. She then meets Chi Wu while her Taiwanese boyfriend comes looking for her.

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