Derek Yee
ActingAbout Derek Yee
Derek Yee Tung-sing (Chinese: 爾冬陞, born 28 December 1957), is a former Shaw Brothers actor from Hong Kong, currently a film director and screenwriter, who has achieved fame and respect in Hong Kong and international film festival circuits for treading carefully commercial viability concerns with artistic integrity. He is the younger half-brother of famed Hong Kong actors Paul Chun and David Chiang, the latter also a former Shaw Brothers star. Yee has starred in over 40 movies in Hong Kong between 1975 and 1986, during the time when Shaw Brothers Studio were still producing movies. Since then Yee turned to screenwriting and directing and has made a career out of making films like C'est la vie, mon chéri, Viva Erotica and The Truth About Jane and Sam and also gritty dramas like One Night in Mongkok and Protégé. Derek Yee was a former boyfriend of Hong Kong actress Maggie Cheung.
Derek Yee Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Derek Yee reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Derek Yee's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 76% of Derek Yee's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Dirty Girl, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Derek Yee Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Derek Yee's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Derek Yee has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
Derek Yee - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Derek Yee?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Derek Yee is "Dirty Girl" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Derek Yee acted in?
Derek Yee has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Derek Yee?
Other notable films include "Four Loves", "Sisters of the World Unite", and "This Thing Called Love".