Paradox (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2011, Paradox is a drama film directed by Lo Chun-Yip, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. After losing his son in the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests, a disillusioned old man chooses to stay silent and block out the noises of political bickering in the city. After all, nothing anyone does ever seem to make any difference. With the quick deterioration of freedom in Hong Kong, how much longer can the old man choose to stay silent before the oppression becomes too much? Amidst the noises from all sides, which side should we listen to, or should we simply stay apathetic and block out the noise altogether?
Who’s in it. Paradox stars Ricky Yeung as Chan Kam, Vincent Lo as Choi Tin Yau, Liu Chui-Chun as Auntie Mei and Liu Ming Woon as Uncle Liu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Paradox has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paradox page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paradox tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paradox (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paradox change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paradox worth watching?
- Paradox holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paradox?
- Paradox stars Ricky Yeung, Vincent Lo, Liu Chui-Chun, Liu Ming Woon and Leung Yat Ming.
- When was Paradox released?
- Paradox was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.