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Clashes Erupt Over Controversial Hong Kong Documentary Screening

4/10/2026

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Clashes erupted over the screening of the Hong Kong documentary "To My Nineteen-Year-Old Self" at an Italian film festival.
Mabel Cheung, a Hong Kong film director, accused Ying Wa Girls’ School (Hong Kong) of "blatantly lying" after the school said it did not authorize the screening due to unresolved consent issues with cast members.
Cheung expressed disappointment, stating the principal had previously supported the screening.
The controversy intensified when two students opposed the film's public showing, prompting debates on documentary ethics.
Cheung's production team indicated potential legal action to defend their reputation.

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Story summary

Clashes erupted over the screening of the Hong Kong documentary "To My Nineteen-Year-Old Self" at an Italian film festival.
Mabel Cheung, a Hong Kong film director, accused Ying Wa Girls’ School (Hong Kong) of "blatantly lying" after the school said it did not authorize the screening due to unresolved consent issues with cast members.
Cheung expressed disappointment, stating the principal had previously supported the screening.
The controversy intensified when two students opposed the film's public showing, prompting debates on documentary ethics.
Cheung's production team indicated potential legal action to defend their reputation.