Dante Lam Chiu-Yin - Actor Profile

Dante Lam Chiu-Yin

Directing
13Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 1, 1964
Birth Place: Hong Kong, British Crown Colony

About Dante Lam Chiu-Yin

Dante Lam Chiu-Yin (simplified Chinese: 林超贤; traditional Chinese: 林超賢; pinyin: Lín Chāoxián) is a film director, writer and actor who is a major figure in Hong Kong action cinema. He was trained in the tradition of John Woo as an assistant director and worked as an actor and producer. He often writes and supervises his own choreography.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dante Lam Chiu-Yin reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Dante Lam Chiu-Yin's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dante Lam Chiu-Yin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Final Option, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dante Lam Chiu-Yin Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dante Lam Chiu-Yin's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2
The Final Option (1994) movie poster
★7.2

The Final Option — A look at the SDU in the Royal Hong Kong Police Force - how members are selected, how they are trained, their lives, wha

The Final Option

1994•Action
★7.0
The Kid (1999) movie poster
★7.0

The Kid — When Maise's husband walks out on her, she leaves her baby son in a luxury yacht, hoping that he'll be adopted by afflue

The Kid

1999•Drama
★6.8
She Starts the Fire (1992) movie poster
★6.8

She Starts the Fire — A fish-out-of-water comedy where the fish can set people on fire! Wendy (Chingmy Yau) arrives in Hong Kong to stay with

She Starts the Fire

1992•Comedy
★6.8
Fight Back to School 2 (1992) movie poster
★6.8

Fight Back to School 2 — Star Chow, an officer in the elite police unit, resigns when he is made a scapegoat for a botched investigation. He goes

Fight Back to School 2

1992•Action
★6.2
2000 AD (2000) movie poster
★6.2

2000 AD — The Y2K Bug. Real Warfare vs Electronic Gaming. Peter Tong, a carefree Hong Kong youngster, finds himself drawn into the

2000 AD

2000•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dante Lam Chiu-Yin.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Changjin, Changjin Self Flop Similar →
2004 A-1 Headline - Average Similar →
2001 La Brassiere Barman Average Similar →
2000 2000 AD Man in Shootout Average Similar →
1999 The Kid - Hit Similar →
1996 First Option - Average Similar →
1994 The Final Option - Hit Similar →
1993 Finale in Blood - Flop Similar →
1993 A Roof with a View - Flop Similar →
1993 Small Potato - Flop Similar →
1992 She Starts the Fire Buying gold seed Hit Similar →
1992 Fight Back to School 2 - Hit Similar →
1991 His Fatal Ways - Flop Similar →

Dante Lam Chiu-Yin - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dante Lam Chiu-Yin?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dante Lam Chiu-Yin is "The Final Option" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Dante Lam Chiu-Yin acted in?

Dante Lam Chiu-Yin has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dante Lam Chiu-Yin?

Other notable films include "The Kid", "She Starts the Fire", and "Fight Back to School 2".