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Watch Online / Stories of Pang Jai (2020)
Desc: Stories of Pang Jai: Directed by Jimmy Lo. "Pang Jai" aka Sham Shui Po Yen Chow Street Hawker Bazaar, stands as a poignant relic of Hong Kong's fabric markets. Its hallowed lanes, etched with the essence of craftsmanship and tradition, echo with the indomitable spirit of resilient vendors. "Stories of Pang Jai" unveils the vivid tapestry of their everyday lives and the epic struggle against the juggernaut of forced demolition. Born in the crucible of the late 1970s, Pang Jai once stood as a vital cog in Hong Kong's burgeoning clothing industry, an emblem of the city's industrious vitality. However, in the fateful year of 2015, a seismic shift occurred as the preciousness of land outstripped all other commodities. The government, driven by the relentless march of urban redevelopment, sought to reclaim Pang Jai's hallowed ground. Amidst the capricious weather, betwixt the shadows of protest and the warmth of livelihood, Pang Jai's vendors found themselves thrust into a battle of perseverance against the political machinations and bureaucratic machinery. Their struggle epitomizes the essence of a community valiantly fighting for more than just a physical space; they fight for their heritage, their identity, their survival in a changing world. In the face of adversity, their spirits remain unbroken, their voices resound, and their legacy lives on-a testament to the timeless tenacity of the human spirit.