Belated Listen

Belated Listen is a drama set in Hong Kong during a period of intense civil unrest. The story focuses on Sum, a student who suffers from severe bullying and isolation at school while receiving little support at home. As violence and demonstrations in the city increase, Sum's mistreatment becomes more brutal. Simultaneously, his father, Wing, a police officer, faces significant professional pressure due to investigations into police brutality. This external chaos worsens the emotional distance between the father and son, leading to a dangerous turning point when Sum discovers a firearm.

The film was written and directed by Ferris Lin and produced by Lau Chun Yee. It was produced by Fresh Wave and the Hong Kong Arts Development Council. The cast features Henick Chou in the role of Sum, with Wong Man-Shing playing his father, Wing. Other cast members include Leung Chi Pang, Chan Kwok Sun, Myrilla Li Man-Yi, and David Siu Chung-Hang. This 28-minute production was released on June 7, 2020.