The film festival will take place at various venues across Hong Kong and Kowloon, showcasing 30 different short films, documentaries, and movies from international film makers, revolving around marine life, adventure, exploration, culture, and shark issues. The event is presented by Ocean Recovery Alliance, the Southern District Council, and the Link Reit, Stanley Plaza. The closing event of the festival will take place on April 17th at Ocean Park, allowing festival goers to enjoy a rare evening with family and friends, watching films within the park’s amphitheater, followed by a wine reception and private viewing of the aquariums by night. 

Amongst the film submissions is an animated short called A Shark’s Fin that was produced and directed by Hong Kong based actress and producer Crystal Kwok. The film describes the plight of children and marine animals coming together to save a shark whose fin has been cut off, giving viewers a moving story to ponder over.

Tickets are on sale now at http://www.oceanrecov.org/hong-kong-san-francisco-ocean-film-festival/info.html

Image: From "Last Ocean", to be screened during HK-SF International Film Festival