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John Shum Kin-Fun

Acting

Born January 1, 1952 · Enping, Jiangmen, China

Also known as John Sham

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Biography

John Shum Kin-Fun (Chinese: 岑建勳) is a Hong Kong actor and film producer. His English name is sometimes written as John Sham. Whilst known primarily for his comedic acting roles in Hong Kong cinema, he also spent time as a political activist. He is easily recognisable from his spectacles and curly hair.

Filmography22 titles

An Autumn's Tale

1987Producer

All the Wrong Clues

1981as Piano Player in Bar

New Police Story

2004as Eric Chow

My Heart Is That Eternal Rose

1989Executive Producer

Yes, Madam!

1985as Strepsil

Miracles: The Canton Godfather

1989as Daily Sun Reporter

Legacy of Rage

1986Producer

Painted Faces

1988as Stagehand

Winners & Sinners

1983as Curly

Thousand Pieces of Gold

1991Executive Producer

Royal Warriors

1986Producer

Wheels on Meals

1984as Mental Patient (Laughing)

Long Arm of the Law

1984Production Coordinator

Bodyguards and Assassins

2009as Ah Suen's Father

Curry & Pepper

1990as Chin Wontons

Magnificent Warriors

1987Producer

Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars

1985as Wormgrass

I Love Maria

1988as Curly

Double Impact

1991as Hong Kong Marine Police

Jackie Chan Presents: Wushu

2008Producer

Three

2002as Photographer (segment "Going Home")

Mad Mission 3: Our Man from Bond Street

1984as Police Chief