2046
This is a movie I need to see again. This is a fine, fine movie.
This is a sequel (in the best sense of that word) to the fantastic 'In the mood for Love'. Tony Leung returns, but his character has been irrevocably changed by the events of the previous film, and while he is surrounded by women and love, he is unable to... reorder his interior feelings to connect successfully to the people around him.
I talk to people about this movie and they don't like the coolness and coldness of Leung's character. But to me, that is what makes this story true. Also, there are no clear explanations. Why does he stay distant from the gorgeous Zang Ziyi, who clearly cares for him? Is it because of his past, or simply because she is a prostitute?
Who knows? All we know is that he can't, even when asked directly, allow himself to care for her, and when she faces this, she has to tear herself away.
His friendship with the hotel manager's daughter, Miss Fang, played by Faye Wong, is easier to understand. He
Once again Wong Kar Wai drenches the screen with atmosphere.