
Hong Kong News:
Leon recently went to Thailand to promote "Leaving Me Loving You". While chatting with the host about filming the movie, he said that being a creative/production controller gave him a sense of freshness, and a sense of satisfaction after watching the movie. He had a part in creating the script and it is also his love story.
During the activity, fans went up the stage to give presents to Leon, he accepted them graciously and chatted with the fans. His attendance to this promotion event attracted over 500 fans which packed the whole shopping mall. When Leon received interviews from the local media, his attitude was also very friendly. He answered all questions posed by the reporters and left a good impression with the local media. In addition, he received a clock as a souvenir to record that historical moment.
The high popularity of Leon in Thailand is mainly due to his performance in "Three" and "Comrades, Almost a Love Story", which have been shown in Thailand. Therefore, wherever he went, he attracted lots of fans.
Taiwan News:
Leon's manager, Joe Chan, recently came to Taiwan for matters regarding the screening of "Leaving Me Loving You". He revealed that Leon had gave all his heart to this movie. Other than sleeping 6 or 7 hours per day, he was discussing the script or thinking of new ideas for the rest of the time. While discussing with the director Wilson Yip, Leon had his own opinion, but he would also accept the director's ideas objectively. Both of them cooperated very well.
"Leaving Me Loving You" was filmed in Shanghai. Its production costs is about US$3 million, which was considered expensive for a literary film. It was pointed out that "Leaving Me Loving You" has a similar feeling to "Comrades, Almost a Love Story". Joe Chan said that the story of "Comrades..." was more exaggerating and miraculous, not many normal people would encounter such a story. In contrast, "Leaving Me Loving You" is talking about the feelings between people.
After winning the Golden Horse Best Actor award, Leon is even more cautious in choosing the movies to act in. Directors who have cooperated with him before, like Peter Chan, Andrew Lau and Mabel Cheung are all interested in cooperating with him again. Taiwan audience will be able to see "Leaving Me Loving You" during March.
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