Review of Chungking Express (1994) by Kiera M — 17 Mar 2014
Chungking Express... Two love stories set in a crowded area of Hong Kong. Our anchor is the fast food bar that the main characters frequent. Ironically, it's about loneliness rather than interconnectedness.
This film has extraordinary visuals thanks to director Wong Kar-wai. Every shot is an impressionist painting and colors are juxtaposed in ways that are both surprising and beautiful. Exciting blurred motion sequences are followed by peaceful stagnation.
Although focused on themes of loneliness and the isolation of social life and individuality, this is an incredibly joy-inducing film. The second story in particular is highly engaging because of its quirky sense of romance. The uniqueness of how the characters meet and how they go about getting to know each other (however unconventionally) is a great source of the humor throughout the film. At its most basic level, this is a grade-A romantic comedy.
I can say nothing else, but please see this utterly delightful masterpiece.
(my apologies for all the gushing).
This review of Chungking Express (1994) was written by Kiera M on 17 Mar 2014.
Chungking Express has generally received very positive reviews.
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