Yesterday You, Yesterday Me (1997)
A warm and witty Hong Kong coming-of-age comedy following Bo as he stumbles through college life and the mysteries of romance.
Yesterday You, Yesterday Me - Movie Information
- Original Title: 記得…香蕉成熟時3為妳鍾情
- Release Year: 1997
- Directed by: Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama, Romance, Comedy
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Original Language: CN
- Spoken Languages: Cantonese
- Release Date (Theatrical): July 16, 1997 (Hong Kong)
- Alternative Titles: Yesterday You, Yesterday Me III (HK), 記得香蕉成熟时3：为你钟情 (CN)
- Production Companies: United Filmmakers Organisation (UFO), Golden Harvest Productions
- Production Countries: Hong Kong
Yesterday You, Yesterday Me - Plot
Bo finally reaches college, but he apparently still has some growing up to do as his struggles with the opposite sex continues.
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Yesterday You, Yesterday Me - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
Main Cast
- Eric Tsang Chi-Wai
- Sean Lau Ching-wan
- Felix Chong Man-Keung
- Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung
- Lester Chan Chit-Man
- John Tang Yat-Kwan
- Christopher Doyle
- Ada
Yesterday You, Yesterday Me - FAQs
What is Yesterday You, Yesterday Me about?
Yesterday You, Yesterday Me follows Bo as he navigates college life, still fumbling through his relationships with women and struggling to grow up. The film blends warmth and humor with genuine heart, capturing the awkward, bittersweet experience of young adulthood in late-1990s Hong Kong.
Is Yesterday You, Yesterday Me part of a series?
Yes, it's the third installment in the Yesterday You, Yesterday Me series, also known as the Banana Ripens trilogy. The films follow the same central character, Bo, across different stages of his life, from adolescence through young adulthood.
Who directed Yesterday You, Yesterday Me?
Jacob Cheung Chi-Leung directed the film — and he also appears on screen in a small role as a rag-and-bone collector. Cheung is a respected figure in Hong Kong cinema known for his character-driven storytelling and warm, humanistic approach.
Who are the main cast members in this film?
The film features Eric Tsang Chi-Wai as Yeung Kui Tung and Sean Lau Ching-wan as the adult narrator version of Bo. Notably, acclaimed cinematographer Christopher Doyle also appears in front of the camera here, playing Bo at age 33.
What makes Yesterday You, Yesterday Me worth watching?
If you enjoy nostalgic, slice-of-life Hong Kong comedies with genuine emotional warmth, this one delivers. The film captures a very specific time and place — late-1990s Hong Kong — with affection and humor, and the ensemble cast brings real charm to the coming-of-age story.
When and where was Yesterday You, Yesterday Me released?
The film opened in Hong Kong on July 16, 1997 — a historically charged moment, just weeks after the handover of Hong Kong to China. That timing gives the film an unintentional layer of cultural resonance as a snapshot of a city on the cusp of major change.
What are some similar films to Yesterday You, Yesterday Me?
Fans of this film might enjoy Love on a Diet (2001), Sex and Zen (1991), or Crazy Love (1993) for a similar Hong Kong romantic comedy flavour. For international picks in the same spirit, XX/XY (2002) and Rosaline (2022) offer comparable romantic and comedic sensibilities.
What is the original title of this 1997 Hong Kong film?
The original Chinese title is 記得…香蕉成熟時3為妳鍾情, which roughly translates to "Remember… When the Bananas Ripen 3: Devoted to You." It's also known in simplified Chinese as 記得香蕉成熟时3：为你钟情 and in English as Yesterday You, Yesterday Me III.
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