Hongkong Movies

# Hongkong Movies

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Mrs. Chan and Mr. Chow, Outlaws of Desire

When does a couple move from being just a couple to being an outlaw couple? Is it when a crime is committed? Is it when a sacred vow is broken? Is it when a secret is shared? Director Wong Kar-wai is famous for his nonlinear stories and timeless aesthetics. From a plot perspective, his magnum opus, In the Mood for Love, is decidedly difficult to follow. Although it comes closer to a linear narrative than, say, Chungking Express, it is still only as clear as looking through “a dusty window pane.”

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Mrs. Chan and Mr. Chow, Outlaws of Desire

Interview “Hong Kong Classics Reimagined”: a tribute to Hongkong film culture

When you think of Hong Kong, what comes to mind first? Is it the neon lights in Wong Kar-wai’s "As Tears Go By," the incredible stunts in Jackie Chan’s action films, or the intricate cat-and-mouse game in "Infernal Affairs"? It’s hardly an exaggeration to say that a significant part of Hong Kong’s identity is shaped by its cinema. This vibrant, dynamic, and diverse film culture, nurtured by a small island, has not only influenced the entire Chinese-speaking world but has also captivated audience