Mortician 2013
Directed by Cub Chin Kong-Hon, *Mortician (2013)* weaves horror, thriller, and dark comedy into a singularly offbeat story.
Director: Cub Chin Kong-Hon
Cast
Bao Bei'er
Niu Xiaobo
Jim Chim Sui-Man
Janice Man Wing-San
Stanley Fung Shui-Fan
Mr. Wang
Monica Mok Siu-Kei
Bai Yujie
Lam Tze-Chung
Sun Xikun
Young Niu Xiaobo
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mortician (2013) about?
*Mortician* follows Wavelet, a young man raised in a rural coffin-making family, who ventures into the world of funeral services. There, he confronts life's harsh realities through a lens of dark humor and surreal encounters. The film blends horror, thriller, and comedy to explore grief, tradition, and the absurdity of existence.
Who directed Mortician?
Cub Chin Kong-Hon directed *Mortician (2013)*, infusing the film with a unique blend of genre elements and offbeat storytelling.
Who stars in Mortician?
The film stars Bao Bei'er as Wavelet, alongside standout performances from Stanley Fung Shui-Fan, Monica Mok Siu-Kei, Janice Man Wing-San, and Lam Tze-Chung.
Is Mortician (2013) worth watching?
With its inventive mix of horror, thriller, and comedy, *Mortician* offers a fresh take on the supernatural genre. While it may not be for everyone, fans of dark humor and unconventional narratives will find plenty to appreciate. As an unrated film, your mileage may vary, but its originality stands out.
How long is Mortician?
The runtime of *Mortician (2013)* is 95 minutes.
About Mortician (2013) — A Dark Comedy Where Death Meets the Unexpected
Directed by Cub Chin Kong-Hon, *Mortician (2013)* weaves horror, thriller, and dark comedy into a singularly offbeat story. The film follows Wavelet, a young man raised amidst the quiet rhythms of a rural coffin-making family, where laughter is a rare and almost sacrilegious luxury. When Wavelet steps out of his isolated upbringing to take over a funeral home in the bustling outside world, he's thrust into the raw, emotional landscapes of life's final farewells. Through his eyes, the film explores the absurdity of existence, the weight of tradition, and the unexpected moments of humanity that flicker even in the bleakest corners of life. With a mix of deadpan humor and eerie atmosphere, *Mortician* lingers like the lingering scent of incense—unsettling yet impossible to ignore.
The cast, led by Bao Bei'er in the lead role, brings depth and quirkiness to this unconventional tale. Stanley Fung Shui-Fan and Monica Mok Siu-Kei add layers of levity and pathos, grounding the film's more surreal moments in relatable emotion. As Wavelet navigates love, loss, and the macabre, *Mortician* challenges viewers to laugh in the face of inevitability—without ever losing sight of the poignant truths lurking beneath the surface.
