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Dearest Anita (2019)
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Hey it's Edith, we're right outside Anita's place We came to collect the auctioned items but they're taking away Anita's things they may be throwing them out I'll take a picture and show you Hey they're going, what should we do? Get a taxi and follow taxi follow that truck A long long night loneliness radiates from the flickering screen I think they really are throwing her things away but I'm at a meeting I can only come later then come after work A long long night loneliness radiates from the flickering screen 2 a.m. The television fades along with the disappearing titles looking in the mirror, I can't suppress no more alone I long for your comfort you left taking with you all the love and warmth excuse me can you give these to us give them to you? You mean these? Yes hey that's against regulations well there's nothing I can do then hey hey let's get more people here come quickly quickly go there and look out for us okay hey these really are Anita's things yes, these belonged to her My letter Don't look at it now there are two cops coming - quick, quick - be careful - quick quick - let's go the morning shift is almost over Let's go, there nothing there Careful hey, they poured red paint all over do we still want these? Yes it's so dirty who poured the red paint? That's so mean must be the junk shop to stop anyone taking them there are a few bags missing that junk store must have taken them Excuse me We came as early as possible to buy the things from last night we're worried they would be gone if we came later Last night's things? The things from the dumpster there they are oh those two bags did you really need to come this early for that junk I recognize you you were going through the rubbish on the street last night these aren't rubbish to us they are very precious Anita Mui fans? She's at peace now stop this nonsense you might get arrested the most important thing is we can save Anita's things we want to buy these two bags how much? You guys are really determined just like when I was young that is just junk, just take them for free no you have a store to maintain then okay give me 300 dollars sure thank you such dedicated fans a hundred poses to entice your obsession the flashlights may be too harsh but as they come and go flashing a deeper warmth what can you see Undressed on the pitch dark road A message articulated yet withheld I want to give something back to you I think you will be surprised Anita reads Jin Yong's books? She's only interested in the romance parts did you find out who it was from? I don't know is this that fan that we know? There's even a script, it's a musical could it be that Perry we met when we went to see that play? - Perry from Fuzhou Primary School - I am someone is looking for you come on, put this on yourself everyone check your costumes and props I'll be right back are you looking for me? Are you Perry? I am I'm Edith I saw your play before I'm so happy you chose Anita as your topic I really like Anita Actually I came to see if this script belongs to you Anita succeeded because of her hard work and continuous creativity she started singing at the age of four she sang for her dreams and for her family from singing at the amusement park to the HK Coliseum and eventually to different parts of the world this is precisely the definition of the Hong Kong spirit I hope to use drama as an teaching tool and enable students to learn persistence and perseverance through performing Anita's story Perry you can use drama as a teaching tool allowing students to live the situation that is a very good idea but using a pop star as their topic of study is a little problematic think about this when you actually have to do this you will need to spend extra time and energy to convince schools and parents since there is a bit of time left I suggest you change your topic but professor, I really feel that Perry, think of your future Is it Hideki Yes come on in Hi Edith I'm sorry to make you come all this way Its alright. Just sign this Thank you you still have so much you need to return yes no way... Son Mom this is my colleague, Edith Hi, there is something I want to return to you Do you remember this? Why do you have these? Hideki... Everyone ready Go Hideki Hideki... Remember we have shout it out at the same time so Hideki will know we are fans from Hong Kong yes we have banners, whistles and presents for Hideki but we still need to take pictures how can we carry so much stuff? I got it we can do it like this oh right, we can put everything into the bag that's brilliant Anita you're mind's really quick you must be really good at school oh forget about that come on, sign this it's for Hideki yeah yeah sure Hey do you think our tour guide is handsome? Seems you really like handsome guys Of course, our idol is also a handsome guy What do you guys do for a living? I'm still studying first year at Hong Kong University Wow that's impressive I work in accounts I work for an international trading company I work in logistics like sort out ship timetables What about you Anita I sing for a living at a night club do what for a living? Singing A bandana for each of us, put it on go on try it on Anita really was great fun she suddenly took out these bandanas and made us try to them on for her to see we even took a picture wearing them she said this is the way to make Hong Kong fans stand out and get noticed How many people? Do you have a reservation? We're here to support Anita she said she reserved a table for us Here What would you like to drink? When is she on? She's getting ready backstage she'll be on next Why don't I take your orders first we'll just have sodas Coke please same Green Spot same Four sodas what's with the girls They said they're here to support Anita Eyes demure and bashful Seductive as flowers soft as willow that was the first time I heard her sing she sang so much better than a lot of singers Four fruit punches from Anita will bring some nut and chips in a minute people will fade away, just as flowers will wilt a never-ending pain in my heart Thank you see you later If this doesn't belong to you please return to Edith Happy birthday to you thank you, thank you thank you, thank you let's cut the cake dad how was that? You think I'm getting better? It's not just about playing better than me I know I need to get into the music school in America so you better practise more you've got our full support blow the candle you've been coughing for days, you need to see a doctor just give me something for the flu no there's a very strong bug going around I am very strong I'm not going to get that flu I'll go with you so mom doesn't have to worry you need to go ok blow the candle let me make a wish first this is a hospital, you should wear a mask thanks dad what did the doctor say we're not sure at the moment so he will need to stay for observation but family members can't come along for the moment Oh I'll be fine They'll call you if there is anything your interview is coming soon go home and practise tell mom there's nothing to worry about 7 more patients died today with the total number of deaths reaching 47 the youngest being a 49 year old male with others aged between 67 and 95 You've finished? Mom you need to eat before you take medicine Have some vegetables it's been a week There hasn't been any news about your dad could he really have gotten SARS? Mom stop scaring yourself Mrs Chan upstairs has already recovered and gone home Dad is going to be fine Don't worry come on eat something Anita visited a supermarket today to encourage donations for Project Blossom attracting scores of reporters and with the public coming out in force to support the cause Thank you for attending today's 1:99 concert press conference in the last few days, we've had rain we've had clouds but today we have the sun that means our adversity is coming to an end Do you want to take a break? I'm okay You have the interview for the US music school in a few days you need to focus But just play like how you usually play Relax Did you have any news about your dad? It's been over a week Still nothing He would want you to do well Come on More on your index finger relax relax Anita are you done dancing? Come and eat something Your chicken wings are ready Look at her bet she hasn't had this much fun in a very long time You're amazing getting such a big place to hang out My uncle went back to China and told me to look after this place so I thought let's have a barbecue party that means tonight we have total freedom I've tidied the room inside after the barbecue we can tell ghost stories yeah not you Don't you have to work at the nightclub tonight? You want to skip work? Sure I really can't leave the house must have been something I ate it's hurting really bad That's right Anita was very excited that night She'd never had a barbecue party with friends before When she called the night club that night to take sick leave her expressions were so dramatic We joked she could win a best actress award Even back then this crazy girl already had a great gift in acting here to see Anita again? Yes she's not back yet Come sit down and wait for her Thanks You're very close with her I guess so She likes to drink Coke You know that? Well you're such good friends You must like Coke as well Thanks Did she tell you she entered this singing contest? Does she really think these contests are fair? That the best singer really wins it's not like that it's all fixed even if you're lucky enough to get into the finals They'll need her to do costume fittings She'll need to meet reporters and do rehearsals Things will be so crazy she won't have time to work here anymore Do you know how much I pay her each month? She doesn't sing she doesn't get paid She's worked here a while A lot of people come to hear her sing If she's not here for a few weeks people will just forget her Why would she want that? No I think it's good to try If I could sing like her I would enter It's pointless talking to you Mr. Qiao Listen to the advice of an old man Thank you for speaking up for me He's been nagging me for days Oh don't get worked up I know you like reading novels but you don't have time to take any out So I've taken out some for you If you don't have time to return them I'll return them for you You're definitely the best to me Have this. I'm going to change it's ok I'm not thirsty Let the wind blow Dry the shimmering tears in my welling eyes I never understood why Anita like to drink Coke I always thought sugary drinks were bad for singing Maybe she felt that there is too much bitterness in life and she needed some sweetness to balance it out Arriving with the wind you breezed into my heart changing my life in an instant You want to go sing as well? But I no longer fear the rain or wind Let the wind blow Anita's vocals and stage presence was like a magnet I've been totally captivated ever since that night Whatever she said or did influenced everything I did Excuse me is that poster for sale? Yes It's so beautiful A fan of Anita? Of course There's no other singer in Hong Kong like her each album has a different image She can sing any style of song and not to mention her stage presence She's just spectacular I've always been a very introverted person but Anita changed me completely You really don't remember me? I was your classmate from school I sat next to you for a whole year You said more to me today than in a whole year You're much more outgoing now Really? Anita had gradually changed me growing up I was always alone I had no friends never joined any after school activitites in my world there was only loneliness and a fear of people I never knew what it was like to have friends Hey It's Samuel I'll be back in Hong Kong tomorrow evening Are we meeting Anita? Yes, I'll wait for you at the hotel car park Remember to bring that picture you took of me and Anita I want to have her autograph it - Yes I will. - You be safe bye Edith did you see the news today No, why? Something happened to Samuel and his family How come? Anita been here for a long time? It's worth it if we can see you Really? How do you know each other? Because of you Years ago I also made a few great friends because of Hideki Cherish each other We will Are you okay? You seem a bit odd today Anita, do you know him? He's one of your fans, his name is Samuel He came back from America last year to attend your birthday party He was supposed to arrive today and was going to come and see you here but the news said he died Anita we have to go One of my fans just died someone just died! Wait How did this happen? There was some sort of accident His whole family died Can I have this photo I want to pray for him tonight Don't be too upset If you need my help just call my assistant Don't be afraid to ask We really have to go Okay I know Is this for me? - Yes - this is for you take care of yourselves - we will, - Anita - Bye - Anita Thank you for coming into my life enabling me to learn how to trust and make friends We don't have to worry about the outcome because that is the way to live without regrets Thank you Edith Why do you want to apply for the post of trainee artists' assistant? Because I'm a huge fan of Anita Mui I remember whenever I wanted to get her autograph or picture I was always stopped by the assistants so I really really hated them but then I thought what type of person would be able to get close to artists without being stopped that would be the assistants so I want to become an assistant but Anita is not with our company I did my reseach your artists collaborate with Anita the most the company she's with wouldn't hire me so I applied to here why do you like Anita so much? What is it about her that attracts you why is this scene taking so long It's so late already, we should just go OK who knows when they'll finish filming Hey little girl, you're not leaving? There's no way I'm leaving I don't have school tomorrow and I don't need to wake up early but the buses going back to town will stop soon It's okay, I'll find a way I have to see Anita tonight You"d be okay by yourself? I'll be okay. You better leave now the last bus is leaving soon I'm leaving then bye that's a wrap for Anita what are you doing here? I'm waiting for Anita she's changing now it's already so late why are you still here yeah are you the only one left? There were more people here but they had to catch the last bus how are you getting home then? I can take a bus at the bottom of the hill How are you going to get down? Can I borrow your phone so I can call a taxi? Don't be crazy, there's no need get on Anita's car Anita is changing now. She said she'll give you a lift go sit there Anita sits facing backwards? She's used to it why? She wants to let the chasing fans see her face get on what's your name? I'm Kiki what year are you in I'm in fourth form so you're only 15? Have you done your homework? I did it when I was waiting for you Seriously? I have a present for you I made this picture frame in art class Does your family know where you are? I told them I went to a classmate's home to do our homework Don't' go out so late again I know how manage my time everyone has their own interests some like to play video games some like to plant flowers I like coming to see you I'm even more motivated to study after I see you Then you need to study even harder and get into university Come and see me when you have our graduation certificate But that's so long No buts here I finally graduated this year I did what she made me promise her so now I can follow her all the time I appreciate your honesty we are touched by your sincerity We'll hire you really? Bring the passion you have for Anita to our company thank you so much Yes Yes hello Are you Lam Ka Chen's family? Yes Please come immediately to the hospital okay Dad hang in there wake up dad You need to get well You have to come and see me perform after I graduate Dad wake up Dad How did your interview go? When will you know the result? I'm not going to America anymore I didn't go to the interview Dad didn't leave us much money I want to start working as soon as possible You don't have to worry about money I don't need that much to live on The money is enough for you to go for your studies I don't want you to have to go without and you're health isn't good I will be fine you know you studying music abroad was your dad's greatest wish things are different now precisely because things are different now you cannot let him down I'm an adult. I'll make my own decision "Online second hand store" you have a message Ken Hello Mr Jun You arranged to meet me I'm buying the guitar I'm sorry I shouldn't have done it All my student grant applications have been rejected you know my family's situation I just have to face reality I totally understand Have you heard of Anita Mui's 1:99 benefit concert? The concert was to raise money for families affected by SARS I spoke with a social worker. They have a fund you should apply for it Forget it, I didn't even go to the interview The school understands your situation they will allow you to make a late submission My best music partner is gone what's the point in studying music Mr. Perry Good Morning have you finished your summer holiday homework? Of course that's good what about you Mr. Perry? No I haven't, I'm only starting tonight Do teachers need to do summer holiday homework? Alright now, go queue at the playground Good morning Luna what did you do during summer holiday? I joined a singing class was it fun? Yes, but summer is over now it doesn't matter we still have music lessons and we can go on singing go queue at the playground Perry Sir how long have you been teaching in our school? 8 years what do you think of our school? Let me put it this way if our school is to become the best in the area what do you think we are lacking? Art? Exactly, I want us to compete in this competition As you said I want to enhance art education in our school I heard from other teachers that you take part in amateur theatre productions? Yes so you have experience with theatre why don't I put you in charge of this? Great As for the topic, I'm thinking Shakespeare for the students I go to school drama festivals every year a lot of schools perform translated foreign language plays and it seems that students don't really know what they're doing but what I did notice was whenever schools do a Hong Kong related topic the students appear to be more engaged What about the judges? I believe, like myself they focus more on creativity and they like local topics as this connects with the audience but it will take time to write a new script I can write you a new script very soon one week The written statements will be on your desk by tomorrow morning you don't need to worry when I'm in charge what are you doing? Looking for something let me do it you dumb-ass have you seen my script? What? A stack of papers what's it for I need to rehearse a play with the students teaching kids to do that you can't make a living by acting you'll just ruin their future don't be so dramatic without a proper job there's no hope Look at you. Weak and fragile you can't lift anything and you talk with that girly voice There's nothing about you that is like a man I'm sure its because of all that theater stuff sure that's what made you like that the headmistress wants me to do it you're a police officer you have to work when you receive orders I'm just the same as you I remember there was once a little showgirl with a voice none too sweet she sang of desolation she sang of her emptiness Yet there was a sparkle in her eye perhaps one day she will perform to a full house perhaps one day she will no longer go hungry without knowing the seasons came and went with the songs she was me, that little girl was me never would I have imagined that you would lavish me with such love I am the grownup you today many listen to my music and I have many fans that love me I have many of my own songs I came here to thank you thank you Olivia, you may return to your seat who's next? Mui, we don't want you joining any of our afterschool activities my dad says you're a showgirl You look trashy with all that make up at night your name sounds like a stage name we know that you sing at Lai Chi Kok Amusement Park at night you're a singer so you don't want to play with us we're not going to play with you just go away, you don't have any friends good, thank you, you may return to your seats Luna, you're up next I work at the Amusement Park as a showgirl... showgirl I want my family to have a better life this is my... Mr. Perry, I don't know how to say this word Aspiration what does aspiration mean it means something you look forward to or to long for a better life in the future Aspiration this is my aspiration I dream in the future I will have a stage that belongs to me I dream that my family will be able to live happily every day I dream I will have a lot of friends and everyone wants to play with me people must have dreams and I will hold on to that dream till the end Hey how's it going? It's almost done But Mr. Lam, your questions this time were really tough a lot of the students failed I'm not talking about the test, I meant the drama competition oh it's going really well that's good hey have this you look terrible, drink this. You need a boost I was working late finishing the script the last couple of nights don't give yourself too much pressure I know you know the headmistress really has high expectations You can't lose now that you've made it to the finals I know. But honestly the kids are doing a really good job you know something? I am in charge of the New Technology competition I only have half your budget and I'm really stressed out so you're doing a lot better than me It's a shame some of the parents don't seem to agree I guess, asking the kids to act, it's like encouraging them to become pop stars Mr. Lam, my point is I hope The main point is the headmistress fully supports you so you don't need to worry thanks for reminding me that Actually I'm done here and I have things to do, I have to go now the chicken essence save it for yourself I'll just drink soymilk Kiki, iron the outfit that Jimmy is wearing for the interview later sure, no problem I heard that one of your fans is now a reporter that's perfect, I'll have one more person working for me should I ask which media she's working at? Of course we have make the best use of them there are a loads of fans waiting outside tell the driver to stop the car later, I want to meet them What? Why do you want to meet them? Use your brain, I have a concert next month Okay, no problem huh Jimmy, I've spoken to the director just put this on and pose alright, no problem we have a long shoot today Kiki, go make Jimmy a cup of coffee yes what are you doing later? I'm going to studio 2 who is coming today Anita Mui Okay I'm definitely visiting you later look at you you look like you've found gold excuse me, can I come visit you as well? The cape doesn't look good blowing like this here's you coffee, Miss Na put it there Miss Na, may I... I have an idea, director Kiki come over here when the director says action grab the cape and flap it really hard actually, I want to... don't stop until the director says cut go on take off your shoes alright, action flap it harder harder even harder good, the cape looks good to entice your obsession the flashlights may be too harsh but as they come and go flashing a deeper warmth what can you see Watch it, you're in shot Okay stop for a moment Miss Na Thank you you tired? Of course not I can do this a few more times Okay let's do it again flap it, flap it harder alright, action this pose is very cool I'm leaving now, Miss Na okay, bye bye Jimmy shall I put all these in the car Are you kidding? Just throw them away but your fans gave them to you I don't have the time to keep this shit none of this is worth anything My house doesn't have the space for this junk Just throw them away as I tell you, okay but look at this, they put in a lot of thought and effort into it look no They're all like that All of them? All of them I've seen a lot But he has a point does every star need to make room just to store all this don't be crazy just get on with the work these are the from the fans again? What a waste the fans see these as presents the artists sees them as trash in the end they all end up being mine alright give them to me Resignation Letter hello Kiki where are you I'm at the office can't leave yet I want to finish it off before I go come to Broadcast Drive now, Anita is doing an interview here we're all waiting outside Don't waste your time, it's pointless coming up next Tonight in the studio we have Anita Mui 20 years ago, the winner of the 1982 singing competition James Wong said she was perfect that night and he gave her full marks but Joseph Koo gave her 99 because he said that there's no perfection in art, so he deducted 1 mark Right from the start Anita has always treasured her fans Hi everyone, it's Anita hello hello Amy Anita, how come you're free to call me? Aren't you singing at the night club? I signed with the record company and I'm not allowed to sing at the night club ever again what are you going to do? She told me she was a bit tight with money she had moved out on her own she wanted me to lend her some money for the next 2 months it's not that I can't but you know I don' t get paid a lot and I need to support my family I can lend you 300 dollars for now and I can lend you another 300 next month when I get paid I'll transfer the money into your account tomorrow I'm really sorry to have to bother you Since when did you become so dithering Anita said someone even had to bring rice to her place and cooked for her She paid me back very soon It's kind of funny thinking about it now We all went to Japan to see Hideki not too long ago but not long after that she became an idol herself But she never forgot us she often asked us out she bought us dinner she asked us to go shopping with her She always ended up buying a lot of things for us and nothing for herself We said we'd pay her back and she should be more frugal But she said she can always earn it back but friends you can't always find again so really don't fuss about it we couldn't win an argument with her let's drink yes cheers congratulations, Anita your'e album is selling really well we have a present for you present? To celebrate the success of your album its nothing much so hope you don't mind these are all our precious memories this bandana you said you left yours in the bathroom in Japan so I'm making a sacrifice and giving mine to you thank you oh who is it? Do they have to call at this time Shouldn't you return the call it's nothing important just the guys calling me out for drinks or asking me out for late night suppers Hey that's great, means you have a lot of industry friends now I don't have that many friends they just want me to pay the bill but I'm okay with it money is for spending anyway and I like big parties Oh this one I really need to return a call to Do you think she meant us? I wouldn't be surprised. Anita is so famous now I'm sure a lot of people just want to take advantage of her does she think we're one of them? I don't think so we better keep a distance in case people start to say we're taking advantage of her no point waiting to have it said to our faces I had a lot of pride growing up I couldn't help but wonder why was Anita so nice to us? Was it because she didn't have any friends? Or she simply wanted people around when she was following her idol Or was it because I spoke up for her before the singing contest Was that why she's so nice to me? I'm home - why are you so late - dad I had to work extra hours someone named Anita called you a couple of times you better call her back it's alright, it's not necessary your friend sounded just like Anita Mui hello it was Anita calling she said there was a new Japanese restaurant opening and she wanted to take us there I'm really busy with work recently I can't come out why is everyone busy with work Really such a coincidence? You must be really busy now that you're so popular you should really rest whenever you can I can rest when I see you guys you're a superstar now hanging out with normal people like us just doesn't seem right we should just be friends over the phone from now on I think it's better this way plus I really am very busy at work and I need to plan my wedding I really don't have time to come out the soup is ready my dad is calling for me I can't talk anymore it's getting late, you should rest don't stay up too late bye has anyone got any questions? If not... sorry I'm late Where's Luna? Is she absent today? She came to school today why isn't she here at rehearsal? I don't know never mind we'll start from you, Olivia but my scene is with Luna it's alright, I'll read her part - ok - let's begin I am you, I am you after you've grown up You are me? What will happen when I grow up? I didn't come to talk about this Then what are you here for? I came to tell you that... Excuse me, Mr. Perry the headmistress wants to see you Mrs. Cheung Luna is the lead in this play she is very important and we're already half way through rehearsals it would really affect the production if we were to recast but now you're affecting my daughter's studies spending the whole day fooling around, when will she have time to study? We're not fooling around we hope that, through this play students can learn how to express themselves having my daughter to play a showgirl who gave up on studying I don't know what she could learn to express from that let's be honest, Anita Mui was just a pop star I think it's ridiculous having her as a subject of learning Headmistress, if you only want your school to boost the schools name but completely neglect a student's personal growth I'd be extremely disappointed the focus is not on Anita Mui's pop star status but her... all I'm going to say is my daughter is quitting Mrs. Cheung As the headmistress, I fully support Mr. Perry's bold project Perhaps we didn't think things through enough okay, I accept your opinion we will change the cast but headmistress, if we change now... that's the final decision let's go Luna wait you want others to respect your opinion then who will respect Luna's opinion? What is that suppose to mean? Don't be afraid Luna tell them, do you want to go on with the show? I remember there was once a little showgirl A tiny little girl I remember in the not too nice parts of town she sang some old tunes with a theatrical company the old theatre was never full but she continued to perform to ease her hunger what are you doing? It's just some costumes, they're not for me of course I know they're are not for you I would kill myself if these were for you then why did you ask where's my cup your dad holds a gun on the front line and you're hiding in the house sewing the neighbours would laugh at me if they ever found out that's discrimination what discrimination it's normal that fathers have high expectations for their sons sometimes I wonder do I actually have a son? All you ever did was women's work have you heard of Mei Lanfang? He cross-dressed and yet he's one of the most famous Peking opera masters what master Mei Lanfang I only heard of Anita Mui Now Anita is really cool A man in woman's clothes is a sissy it's called art I've been doing drama for so long you never once came to see my shows do you even know what I'm doing? I'm telling the story of Anita Mui this time it teaches people to hold on to their dreams it's really 'cool' This script is 10 years old now I almost forgot about it But Anita kept it all the time I never thought she received it and I never thought she would keep it thank you so much My students will be performing a new version tonight what's different is I've written a few new parts and I added in the adult Anita Mr. Perry yes? Olivia has hurt herself be careful, it's really swollen let me see can you walk? Be careful I twisted my ankle when I was going down the stairs what should we do? Bravo, bravo absolutely fantastic who knew at such young age they could perform with so much depth It really captures one's attention This year's judging is much tougher than last year because this year's rule has it that no outside help is allowed meaning teachers are not allowed to perform on stage excuse me nor are professional actors all performers must be students so this year we can really see the students' efforts Please enjoy the show alright, coming up next I'm really looking forward to this because they are telling the childhood story of a superstar but who is this superstar? So now, without further ado please welcome them on stage with a big round of applause "The Daughter of Hong Kong" I remember there was once a little showgirl A tiny little girl I remember in the not too nice parts of town she sang some old tunes with a theatrical company the old theatre was never full but she continued to perform to ease her hunger The old costumes sparkling from afar but only up close did you see the worn out holes I really like to sing When I first sang for my uncle at home I knew that I really liked to sing Then I realized my singing could help my family I will not give up on singing I can't remember things from books but I'm really good at remembering lyrics my classmates call me a showgirl they won't play with me but I will go on because I know I'll own that stage in the future you will achieve that she was me That little girl was me never would I have imagined that you would lavish me with such love who are you I am the grownup you today many listen to my music and I have many fans that love me I have many of my own songs I came here to thank you thank me? Without your hard work and determination there wouldn't be today's me my hard work and determination? Let me ask you this, why do you want to sing? Because of that elephant at Amusement Park my uncle takes me to feed the elephant everytime before I sing and also I want my family to live a better life I want my mum to have a carefree life as for me, I sing because I have a group of really loyal fans I'm really going to miss this stage then don't go every step you take will shape who I become regardless of what the future holds what will happen to me next? Only you can determine your journey work hard no matter how difficult it gets because time will fly we have to cherish every minute and every second let me sing for you thank you for never abandoning when I am tired, when I am lost thank you for being my guide if I could sing for you forever that is all that I would need seeing you I've found love, I've found myself thank you let me sing for you thank you for never abandoning when I am tired, when I am lost that's my daughter if I could sing for you forever that is all that I would need seeing you I've found love, I've found myself Mr. Perry Headmistress I'm really disappointed I'm sorry I know that teachers are not allowed to perform and because of that we were disqualified For that I will take full responsibility I meant I'm really disappointed in those judges we all saw what it was like when you were performing to me, we're the winner I'm proud of you but we... I'm adding drama lessons starting next year we will be focusing on local pop culture and we will include this into our syllabus most important is to let students express themselves and as adults we need to listen patiently I really want to thank you I want to thank you too for giving me this opportunity I'll see you next week Let's go and eat something You're buying never thought you would be the first to get married you're dying to get married what woman isn't dying to get married Anita is dying to get married the most speaking of Anita, we haven't seen her in a while it's just the same seeing her on television Amy Anita's assistant hello Miss Mui asked me to come today she knows you're getting married today but she appearing live on TV so couldn't come she told me to come congratulate you she said she'll buy you dinner next time Anita is so thoughtful I didn't even send her an invitation hello Anita you're downstairs? Ok I'll come as soon as I can haven't seen you in a while You don't look too well it's not easy being a housewife did you like the wedding bracelet I got you? What bracelet? What? The wedding present I got you I spent a lot of time picking it out I didn't receive any present that woman she only said she came to congratulate me on your behalf thinking about it Anita once asked me whether I would be her assistant I'm very glad I said no I wouldn't have been able to deal with the people around her we may have ended up not being friends I'm performing in American and Canada next week take a few days off work and come take a break its almost time, I need to go to my part time job excuse me, but I have to go now you work a part time job on a Sunday evening? My husband's business is having some financial problems so I took a part time job just to help out a bit don't worry, let me help you I'll have someone send over a cheque tomorrow you've helped me a lot before, let me help you this once I really appreciate it but I can deal with my own family's problem I don't think we should see each other so often in the future you're a superstar now you shouldn't come to places like this you shouldn't come to places like this anymore What's wrong with coming here to see you? To be honest, being your friend there's no way I can afford your lifestyle With you being my friend I can just pay for everything actually don't you think it's better if we're just idol and fan? Please don't come anymore don't be like this our worlds are just too far apart you take care why did you choose this song? Because this was the last song I played with my dad he has always been my best partner your information is complete and nothing's missing we've already reviewed your application and your are very perseverant we have no further questions? Look at him he came all this way carrying that big guitar and playing classical guitar I don't know anything about it but he sure played it well I don't have any more questions, do you? OK Congratulations we've accepted your application thank you all thank you Anita Mui have you eaten I've been accepted look it's the confirmation letter from America you dad would have been very happy I believe we all understand the importance of father and mother to a child in a family the message of this concert is to let the children know that they are not alone whether or not your parents are with you now or if they're at the hospital you are not alone because there are a lot of people here to support you I hope to bring to this message to all the families in need I hope they can feel that there is still warmth in this world Dear Anita Thank you for helping me through the darkest time of my life and to enable me to continue studying music although we have never met my dad and I loved playing your music I will work very hard When I graduate I promise I'll come see you face to face to say thank you Sometimes it is just very difficult to see friends for those fair-weather friends you'll see them when you're happy they bring you joy and vice versa you make each other happy then there are the friends you don't see very often sometimes you just don't get to see your best friends often but you know what each other is up to I just need to say one word and they know what I want to say if they have a problem you try to help solve them they call you when they need help or they call you because they're upset about sometime this is what best friends are like do you have a lot of these friends? Not many of this type of friend but how many? Two or three but to have two or three of this type of friend is more than I can ask for hello do you have nylon strings? Yes pop singer, Anita Mui's condition worsened due to cervical cancer is this ok yes Died at Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital at the age of 40. Anita is such a great person shame she died so young Anita Mui's remains were sent to Hong Kong Funeral Home The passing of Hong Kong's brightest star some of her fans brought along flowers to say their final goodbyes Though the road is coming to an end who does not pine for past memories Today alone in the wind Looking back on this winding road Bittersweet yet filled with warmth hello Amy Anita I want to ask you to come out you're a super star, you have a lot of people anyway you don't need me I'm dying, can't you come out and see me what are you talking about, you sound so energetic okay I won't force you hope I'm still able to see you again Life is a bumpy ride I did go to see her final concert but I didn't tell her I really wanted to go visit her at the hospital but I missed my chance on this windy and dusty road Anita although you've gone I will always be your fan our friendship will forever live in your music who does not pine for past memories Today alone in the wind Looking back on this winding road Feeling so bittersweet A lot of people look up to you for work and talent Did you have any idols when you were younger? Yes but idols only exist in daydreams of young girls when you wake up you'll forget everything but dolls are different they may not have any life but they're always there to cheer you up its more lasting Who was your idol growing up? I can't really remember Kiki, someone is here to see you Oh, sorry for holding you up. Thank you bye You're the Edith I spoke with on Facebook? Yes take a look around and see what you want to order actually I'm not here to order dolls I have something to return to you see if this is yours why do you have this perhaps it's fate where did you find this it's a little complicated you can say that I found it at Anita's home I don't understand She never threw it away? Anita always had a room where she kept all her fans' presents now that the house has been sold all these deemed worthless were thrown out in those people's eyes these are just useless junk we tried to retrieve as much as we could and return them to the people who gave them to her Was she crazy? She didn't throw it away? Anita never threw out the presents we gave her but I threw her out I threw her out a long time ago What is wrong with that woman why would you keep my present Kiki wanted to say sorry to Anita but Anita would never stand in front of her again All these items that should have ceased to exist forgotten pieces of rubbish back with the fans that gave them each becomes a treasure they embody the most precious love and memories reminding us no matter how difficult things get we should never lose faith and our dreams Coming up next will be my last song of this evening but I would like to share a story before that During the intermission I received a letter a letter I wrote 10 years ago I wrote it to a very important person without her I wouldn't be performing for you tonight you all know her maybe you have seen her movies or listened to her music seeing this letter again today is her way of telling me all my hard work over the years she knows I won't take for granted what she did for our society I believe that faced with difficulties everyone wants someone there to help them I was lucky to have her coming up my last song I want to dedicate this to my Daddy Long Legs Anita Mui three meals and a roof, together as a pair who will be that person the ones that can't be together, the ones that pass by are always the ones you long for from the wings you watch me perform your desired act the carefree friend from the past do you still remember? Joy, sorrow, sickness and death do not create a fables unable to bear that the love and tenderness isn't between me or you world of the temporal and the boundless will of the gods served to drive us apart heart breaking words, the howl of wind and rain signal the arrival of an old friend when be the day we will be together again to lament the warmth of the night destined to meet, doomed to part but memories remain through our short lives yearning and unrequited love extending over half of our lives in the abyss of time, below the brighting shining moon I imagine your sorrow world of the temporal and the boundless will of the gods served to drive us apart heart breaking words, the howl of wind and rain signal the arrival of an old friend leaving you or leaving me alone to grow old in this world before we parted how were we to know how good those days actually were hands held tightly though finally we parted as if the love never existed together in ten years, inseparable after ten thousand years I regret that will something I will never see together in ten years, inseparable after ten thousand years I regret that will something I will never see Daughter of Hong Kong Anita Mui Statue erected at Avenue of Stars on July 18, 2014 |
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