Hong Kong Palace Museum

Curated film screenings will be offered in alignment with the Museum's thematic and special exhibitions, as well as other topics related to Chinese art and culture. Post-screening talks will also create dialogue between the audience and the filmmakers.

When The Louvre and The Forbidden City Come Together
General Director: Xu Huan / Zhou Bing | 45 mins

This 12-part documentary series illustrates the evolution of art in the Eastern and Western worlds across eras—from ancient Egypt and the Hellenistic world to Renaissance Europe. Featuring insights from experts and scholars in various fields, the documentary explores the ingenuity and creativity involved in turning these two palaces into museums.

The screening schedule and film selection can be found inside the Museum on the event day.

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Screening Schedule	1-8 Oct: When The Louvre and The Forbidden City Come Together – EP7: Perfect Life 10-15 Oct: When The Louvre and The Forbidden City Come Together – EP8: Passionate 17-22 Oct: When The Louvre and The Forbidden City Come Together – EP10: Surpass the History 24-31 Oct: When The Louvre and The Forbidden City Come Together – EP11: Born for Romance 2-5 Nov: When The Louvre and The Forbidden City Come Together – EP1: Encounter 7-14 Nov: When The Louvre and The Forbidden City Come Together – EP5: Iron Road Please visit our website for the latest updates and arrangements. For any changes to the programme, please refer to the information in the Museum.
Time	4:00 pm–5:00 pm on weekdays (except Tuesdays) 11:00am–12:00nn on Saturdays The screening schedule and film selection can be found inside the Museum on the event day.
Tickets	The programme is for holders of valid Museum entry tickets only. No advance booking is required. Visitors may sign up 15 minutes before the programme at the designated meeting point at the Hong Kong Jockey Club Auditorium. Limited capacity on a first-come, first-served basis.
Language	Mandarin, with Traditional Chinese and English subtitles
HKPM Movies Guide	Download

Remarks

Special Arrangements in Response to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Enquiries

Programme Enquiries:
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Access Service

If you have specific accessibility needs, please get in touch with us. Hong Kong Sign Language (HKSL) interpretation can be arranged for events by emailing [email protected] 10 days in advance of the event.

Adverse Weather Arrangements

Red or Black Rainstorm Warning Signal / Typhoon Signal No. 3

If hoisted within three hours before the event starts, the event will be suspended. Rescheduling or refund arrangements will be announced in due course.
If hoisted during the event, the event will continue. If it cannot continue as planned, rescheduling or refund arrangements will be announced in due course.

Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above

If hoisted three hours before the event starts, the event will be suspended. Rescheduling or refund arrangements will be announced in due course.
If hoisted during the event, the event will NOT continue. Rescheduling or refund arrangements will be announced in due course.

The Hong Kong Palace Museum reserves the right to reschedule or cancel events with or without refunding participants.

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