Wong Kar-wai Quotes


The original title for 'In the Mood for Love' was called 'A Story About Food.' The idea was to tell a love story through different courses.


Citations

Powers, John, and Kar-Wai Wong. WKW: The Cinema of Wong Kar Wai. Rizzoli, 2016.

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Wong Kar-wai
Wong Kar-wai
  • Born: July 17, 1958
  • Nationality: Chinese
  • Profession: Director, Screenwriter, Producer

Wong Kar-wai BBS is a Hong Kong film director. His films are characterised by nonlinear narratives, atmospheric music, and vivid cinematography involving bold, saturated colours. A pivotal figure of Hong Kong cinema, Wong has had a considerable influence on filmmaking with his trademark personal, unconventional approach. His films frequently appear on best-of lists domestically and internationally.