72 Tenants of Prosperity

The story begins in the 1970s, when rapacious landlords threaten eviction and tenants band together to defend their homes. Decades later, in 2010, the action moves to Mongkok’s busy Sai Yeung Choi Street, where the old feud reemerges in a new era of electronics, aggressive marketing, and street-level commerce. The time shift highlights how a neighborhood endures and adapts through changing economic pressures. Across both periods, communal resilience and survival instincts drive the narrative.

Set in a crowded 1970s Hong Kong housing block and later shifting to the vibrant Mongkok electronics pain of 2010, the film paints a portrait of urban life at two pivotal moments. The 72 tenants live in a high-density block where landlords loom large and community ties sustain people through hardship. By 2010, Sai Yeung Choi Street becomes a bustling artery of commerce, cutthroat promotions, and street-level hustle. The backdrop—rents, promotions, and a restless market—drives the characters to rally, resist, or compete as the neighborhood evolves.

🏘️ Community

The core of the film is a tight-knit tenant community that bands together to resist eviction and defend their shared home. Bonds across families and generations are tested, yet loyalty and collective action keep the block standing. The group learns to navigate external threats while maintaining a sense of belonging and mutual support. Even as rivals arise, the tenants’ unity remains a sustaining force.

⚔️ Rivalry

Ha Kung and Shek Kin embody a deep-seated feud that spans decades, shaping business, family loyalties, and neighborhood dynamics. Their rivalry escalates from personal conflict to a city-wide symbol of competing visions for the block’s future. The feud tests friendships and forces both sides to confront what they are willing to sacrifice for power. The clash ultimately leaves a lasting imprint on the community’s fortunes.

🗺️ Urban Life

The film tracks the pulse of a changing city—from crowded blocks to the bustling street markets of Mongkok. It captures the relentless hustle: promotions, storefront theatrics, and a street-level economy driven by competition and spectacle. The urban landscape amplifies tensions and opportunities alike, shaping how characters pursue success, security, and romance. The city itself becomes a character that influences every decision.