Born in Shanghai in 1958, this visionary filmmaker moved to Hong Kong at age five. He studied graphic design before entering the film industry as a screenwriter in the 1980s. Gaining acclaim for his unique visual style and storytelling, he made his directorial debut with "As Tears Go By" in 1988. Known for films like "Chungking Express," "In the Mood for Love," and "2046," his work often explores themes of love and time, characterized by vivid cinematography and non-linear narratives.
IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE
In the Mood for Love is a visually stunning film directed by Wong Kar-wai, set in 1960s Hong Kong. The story follows Chow Mo-wan and Su Li-zhen,...
FALLEN ANGELS
Fallen Angels is a 1995 Hong Kong drama film directed by Wong Kar-wai. The film follows the lives of two hitmen, a mute ex-con, and a troubled woman,...
2046
2046 is a visually stunning and emotionally complex film that follows a writer in the year 2046 who reflects on his past relationships while creating...
THE GRANDMASTER
The Grandmaster is a 2013 Hong Kong-Chinese martial arts drama film based on the life story of the Wing Chun grandmaster Ip Man. The film chronicles...
HAPPY TOGETHER
Happy Together is a 1997 romantic drama film about a tumultuous relationship between two men who travel to Argentina in an attempt to save their...
CHUNGKING EXPRESS
Chungking Express is a visually arresting film that weaves together two distinct yet thematically connected stories set in the bustling city of Hong...
DAYS OF BEING WILD
Days of Being Wild is a 1990 Hong Kong drama film that follows the lives of a group of young people in Hong Kong during the 1960s. The story revolves...