This paper examines the short-lived British comic magazine Hong Kong 97 (published by HARRIER Comics, 1996–1998) as a cultural artifact reflecting late-colonial British perspectives on the impending handover of Hong Kong to China. Through content analysis of its primary recurring series ( Kowloon Kid , The Banker , Ghosts of the Peak ) and editorial cartoons, the paper argues that the magazine functioned as a site of postcolonial anxiety, orientalism, and nostalgic imperialism. It contrasts British-creator portrayals with contemporaneous Hong Kong independent comics (e.g., Teddy Boy by Lee Chi-ching) to highlight divergent narratives.
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The search term "" sits at a fascinating intersection between underground subcultures and a pivotal moment in world history. It primarily refers to two distinct but connected worlds: the obscure, controversial video game Hong Kong 97 —which was publicized through niche underground magazines —and the broader, high-stakes reality for journalists and photographers working in Hong Kong's magazine industry during the 1997 handover . 1. The Underground Press: The Birth of "Hong Kong 97"