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Former Marine Police HQ, Tsim Sha Tsui in “Soldier of Fortune” (1955)

“Another international production filmed in HK the same year as Love is a Many-Splendored Thing. This one starred Clark Gable as a wealthy ex-mercenary enlisted to help a maiden in distress rescue her estranged husband from the clutches of the evil Chinese Communists. Perhaps making more use of the sights (and sites!) and sounds of HK, the film provides a great insight into HK at the time.

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Barker Road Peak Tram Stop, The Peak in “Soldier of Fortune” (1955)

“This location is actually used twice in the film - both at the beginning and end. It's where Hank Lee stands surveying the harbour just before the opening credits, and, in the final scene.

 I've included the back-projected scene with hayward because it shows off the house on the Peak behind her head. Also note the green tram car - one of this vintage is now on display in front of the Peak Galleria - and a worthy addition to another wise tacky tourist area.

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Date picture taken (to nearest decade for older photos): 
1955

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Date picture taken (to nearest decade for older photos): 
1955

Image of Tak Shing Ferry taken from Soldier of Fortune (1955)

Jordan Ferry Pier Waterfront

Date picture taken (to nearest decade for older photos): 
1955

Peak Tram - Soldier of Fortune

Date picture taken (to nearest decade for older photos): 
1954

Peak Tram - Soldier of Fortune

Date picture taken (to nearest decade for older photos): 
1954

Peak Tram - Soldier of Fortune

Date picture taken (to nearest decade for older photos): 
1954

Salisbury Road - Soldier of Fortune

Date picture taken (to nearest decade for older photos): 
1954
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The Peninsula Hotel - Soldier of Fortune

Date picture taken (to nearest decade for older photos): 
1954

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