Ocean Flame is a 2008 Hong Kong romantic comedy film directed by Liu Fendou and starring Liao Fan and Monica Mok. The plot is based on Wang Shuo's novel of the same title.[3] It was released on 11 September 2008.
| Ocean Flame | |
|---|---|
| Traditional | 一半海水，一半火燄 |
| Simplified | 一半海水，一半火焰 |
| Mandarin | Yíbàn Haǐshuǐ, Yíbàn Huǒyàn |
| Directed by | Liu Fendou |
| Screenplay by | Liu Fendou Ou Jiabao |
| Based on | Wang Shuo Ocean Flame[1] |
| Produced by | Simon Yam[2] |
| Starring | Liao Fan Monica Mok |
| Cinematography | Chen Chuqiang Chen Ying |
| Edited by | Kwong Chi-Leung |
| Music by | Ronald Ng |
Production company | Filmko Entertainment Limited |
| Distributed by | Filmko Films Distribution |
Release dates |
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Running time | 98 minutes |
| Country | Hong Kong |
| Languages | Mandarin Cantonese |
The film tells the story of a punk's entanglements with a pure young girl.
The film earned critical acclaim and received nominations at the 45th Golden Horse Awards. The film also was shortlisted for the 61st Cannes Film Festival and the 33rd Toronto International Film Festival.[5]
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Golden Horse Award | Best Drama | Nominated | [3] |
| Best Actor | Nominated | [3] | ||
| Best Actress | Nominated | [3] | ||
| Best Cinematography | Nominated | [3] | ||
| Best Art Design | Nominated | [3] | ||