EXCLUSIVE: Phoenix Waters Productions has released the first trailer for Hong Kong crime drama Forensic Psychologist, starring Jeannie Chan, and confirmed its world premiere in official selection at the Festival of Cinema NYC.
Set in Hong Kong, the Cantonese-language series stars Chan as a psychologist who investigates suspects to determine if they are mentally fit to stand trial. As she delves into the minds of people charged with heinous crimes, her personal and professional lives start to blur.
The ensemble cast also includes Justin Cheung (Breakout Brothers), Crisel Consunji (Still Human), Bryant Mak Chi-lok (Go With The Glow Era), Joey Wong (Your Highness), Locker Lam (Chilli Laugh Story), Sabrina Cheung (Big Brother), Ng Wing Sze (Mad Fate) and Eric Tsui (Septet: The Story Of Hong Kong), among other Hong Kong actors.
The 12-episode series was created by Bizhan Tong and produced by Phoenix Waters Productions. An English-language version is in development.
The Festival of Cinema NYC will be held August 4-13, 2023 at the UA Midway Theater in New York.
“We’re honoured that Forensic Psychologist has made the Official Selection at the Festival of Cinema NYC,” said Tong. “Our intent has always been to export local talent to an international audience and showcase the next generation of Hong Kong actors in a series which explores the cross section between mental health and criminal behaviour. I can think of no better way than to hold the first screening of this ground-breaking series across the world in New York in front of filmmakers I greatly respect.”
Festival Director Jayson Simba said: “Forensic Psychologist brings a fresh perspective to the crime genre, and we are honored to premiere it on our screens, showcasing the innovation and creativity from the best international filmmakers around the world, including the immense talent from Hong Kong today.”
Tong’s upcoming slate includes a Hong Kong remake of Richard Linklater’s Tape, starring Kenny Kwan, Selena Lee and Adam Pak, and UK horror comedy Murder Ballads, directed by Mitchell Tolliday. Both projects recently completed post-production.
