Direction: Wong Kar-Wai
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Wong Kar-Wai. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 31
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Tony Leung Chiu-Wai · Maggie Cheung · Rebecca Pan · Siu Ping-Lam
Synopsis In the Mood for Love (2000) unfolds in a bustling Hong Kong apartment complex primarily occupied by the Shanghai community. The narrative revolves around two couples who reside in the same building. The husband of one couple, Chow, crosses paths...
7.8
37K votes
7.8
37K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Brigitte Lin · Takeshi Kaneshiro · Tony Leung Chiu-Wai · Faye Wong
Synopsis Chungking Express (1994) presents two intertwined narratives centered around two Hong Kong police officers who are both dealing with the aftermath of breakups. The first segment follows a young officer, identified only by his badge number (#223), as he navigates...
7.6
12K votes
7.6
12K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Leslie Cheung · Tony Leung Chiu-Wai · Gregory Dayton · Chang Chen
Synopsis Happy Together (1997) follows the tumultuous journey of Yiu-Fai and Po-Wing, a couple who embark on a holiday to Argentina from their home in Hong Kong. Their trip quickly takes a turn for the worse as their relationship begins to...
7.4
8K votes
7.4
8K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Chang Chen · Gong Li · Tien Feng · Jianjun Zhou
Synopsis The Hand (2004) follows the story of a high-end call girl, portrayed by Gong Li, set in the vibrant 1960s. The narrative revolves around her complex and seemingly impossible love affair with her tailor. The film delves into the intricacies...
7.4
1K votes
7.4
1K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Leon Lai · Michelle Reis · Takeshi Kaneshiro · Charlie Yeung
Synopsis Fallen Angels (1995) is a cinematic exploration by Wong Kar-wai that serves as a thematic continuation of his earlier work, "Chungking Express." The film masterfully weaves together two distinct narratives. The first storyline revolves around a professional assassin who begins...
7.1
5K votes
7.1
5K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Tony Leung Chiu-Wai · Zhang Ziyi · Faye Wong · Gong Li
Synopsis 2046 (2004) follows the journey of a writer who, unbeknownst to him, pens stories about his past while believing he is writing about the future. His novel features a mysterious train that departs for the year 2046, a place where...
7.1
24K votes
7.1
24K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Leslie Cheung · Andy Lau · Maggie Cheung · Carina Lau
Synopsis Days of Being Wild (1990) centers around the enigmatic York (Leslie Cheung), a charismatic individual known for his fleeting romantic entanglements. York has a pattern of swiftly forming and then abruptly ending relationships, leaving a trail of heartbroken women in...
7.0
3K votes
7.0
3K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Norah Jones · Jude Law · Natalie Portman · Rachel Weisz
Synopsis My Blueberry Nights (2007) follows a young woman, portrayed by Norah Jones, as she embarks on a self-discovery expedition across the United States, seeking answers about love and personal fulfillment. This film, marking Wong Kar Wai's first English-language feature, guides...
6.6
24K votes
6.6
24K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Andy Lau · Maggie Cheung · Alex Man · Jacky Cheung
Synopsis As Tears Go By (1988) follows the story of a laid-back triad member, Wah (Andy Lau), who finds his life complicated by his impulsive friend Fly (Jacky Cheung) and his growing affection for his cousin Ah-Ngor (Maggie Cheung). Wah, known...
6.5
2K votes
6.5
2K votes
Direction Theodoros Angelopoulos · Olivier Assayas · Bille August · Jane Campion
Cast Cindy Beckett · Audrey Dana · Jacques Frantz · George Babluani
Synopsis To Each His Cinema (2007) is a 2007 cinematic tribute, curated and produced by Gilles Jacob, honoring the 60th anniversary of the Cannes Film Festival. This unique film is an anthology of 35 short films, each lasting three minutes, crafted...
6.2
1K votes
6.2
1K votes
The Hire: The Follow (S)
2001 · Movie · 10 min. · United States
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Clive Owen · Forest Whitaker · Adriana Lima · Mickey Rourke
Synopsis The Hire: The Follow (S) (2001) follows a skilled driver who is tasked by a jittery movie manager to keep tabs on a suspicious actor's wife. As he meticulously trails the wife, the driver shares his expertise on the art...
6.0
935 votes
6.0
935 votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Leslie Cheung · Tony Leung Ka-Fai · Brigitte Lin · Tony Leung Chiu-Wai
Synopsis Ashes of Time (1994) is a visually stunning and poetic martial arts saga directed by the renowned Wong Kar-wai. The production was marked by significant challenges, taking two years and a substantial budget of 40 million dollars to complete, which...
6.0
2K votes
6.0
2K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Tony Leung Chiu-Wai · Zhang Ziyi · Zhao Benshan · Chang Chen
Synopsis The Grandmaster (2013) delves into the rich tapestry of martial arts and the essence of Chinese culture. The narrative unfolds as two formidable kung fu masters, Ip Man (Tony Leung), the legendary mentor of Bruce Lee, and Gong Er (Zhang...
6.0
6K votes
6.0
6K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai · Steven Soderbergh · Michelangelo Antonioni
Cast Gong Li · Chang Chen · Robert Downey Jr. · Alan Arkin
Synopsis Eros (2004) is an anthology film that weaves together three distinct stories, each exploring the complexities of love, desire, and human connection. The first segment, "The Hand," directed by Wong Kar-wai, tells the tale of a young tailor in Hong...
5.9
2K votes
5.9
2K votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Amélie Daure · Gianpaolo Lupori · Stefan Morawietz
Synopsis There's Only One Sun (S) (2007) is a 2007 short film that doubles as a promotional piece for Philips Aurea, a cutting-edge LCD technology for televisions. The film was both written and directed by the renowned Wong Kar-Wai. The plot...
5.8
589 votes
5.8
589 votes
Un matin partout dans le monde (S)
2000 · Documentary · 2 min. · France
Direction Roy Andersson · Francis Ford Coppola · Mike Figgis · Glen Goei
4.9
41 votes
4.9
41 votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Chang Chen · Du Juan
Synopsis Déjà vu (S) (2012) is a captivating short film directed by an acclaimed filmmaker, featuring the renowned actor Chang Chen, known for his roles in films like "Happy Together," "Eros," "2046," and "The Grandmasters," alongside the talented model and actress...
4.9
428 votes
4.9
428 votes
Hua yang de nian hua (S)
2000 · Documentary · 3 min. · Hong Kong
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Synopsis Hua yang de nian hua (S) (2000) is a 2000 short film directed by Hong Kong's Wong Kar-wai, which premiered at the 2001 Berlin International Film Festival. This film is a 2-minute and 28-second montage featuring clips from classic Chinese...
4.8
370 votes
4.8
370 votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Tadanobu Asano · Karen Mok
Synopsis wkw/tk/1996@7'55"hk.net (S) (1996) is a 1996 promotional short film directed by Hong Kong's renowned filmmaker Wong Kar-wai, commissioned by Japanese fashion designer Takeo Kikuchi. The title ingeniously incorporates the initials of both Wong Kar-wai and Takeo Kikuchi, the release year,...
4.7
142 votes
4.7
142 votes
Direction Wong Kar-Wai
Cast Eva Green
Synopsis Midnight Poison (S) (2007) is a captivating short film that serves as a mesmerizing advertisement for the enchanting Midnight Poison Perfume by Christian Dior. The film masterfully weaves a tale of allure and mystery, transporting viewers into a world where...
4.5
189 votes
4.5
189 votes