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Little Big Master
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Little Big Master

2015-03-19 · 112 min · ★ 7.5

Drama

The story of a hopeful headmaster who perseveres in running a kindergarten for underprivileged children in Yuen Long, despite many challenges and little reward. Based on true events.

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Directors
Adrian Kwan
Production companies
Sil-Metropole Organisation, Sun Entertainment Culture, One Cool Films
Countries
Hong Kong
Status
Released

Top Cast

Miriam Yeung Chin-WahMiriam Yeung Chin-WahLui Wai Hung
Louis KooLouis KooTung
Richard Ng Yiu-honRichard Ng Yiu-honMr. Ho
Stanley Fung Shui-FanStanley Fung Shui-FanYuen Tin Kindergarten Chancellor
Winnie HoHo Siu-Suet
Fu Shun-YingLo Ka-Ka
Keira WangTang Mei Chu (Chu Chu)
Keung Ho-manKeung Ho-manLo Keung
Anna NgAnna NgChu-Chu's Aunt
Rain Lau Yuk-ChuiRain Lau Yuk-ChuiMrs Lo
Jackie Xu Jia-QiJackie Xu Jia-QiKing Kids Kindergarten Teacher
Zaha FathimaKitty Fathima
Asnani MenaTheresa
Khan NayabJenny Fathima
Dhillon Harjit SinghKitty & Jennie's Father
Mimi Kung Chi-YanMimi Kung Chi-YanAnita
Philippe JolyPhilippe JolyDirector of French Museum
Gregory Charles RiversGregory Charles Rivers
Marc MaMarc Ma
Sammy LeungSammy Leung

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