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DramaTahun1998Durasi1h 39mIMDb6.3

Chinese Box

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The story of Hong Kong, from New Year's Day to June 30th, 1997, when the British left their colony and turned it over to the People's Republic of China.

Tonton Sekarang

Trailer

Pemeran

Wayne Wang

Director

Jeremy Irons

John

Gong Li

Vivian

Maggie Cheung

Jean

Michael Hui

Chang

EL

Emma Lucia

Amanda Everheart

KB

Ken Bennett

Rick

Rubén Blades

Jim

CC

Chaplin Chang

Homeless Man

RC

Russell Cawthorne

New Year's Party MC

Emotion Cheung

William Wong

HS

Harvey Stockwin

Weeks

JM

Jonathan Midgley

Jonathan

BW

Bruce Walker

Bruce

AL

Angelica Lofgren

Baby-Lin

JC

Julian Chang

Dr. Chang

RJ

Ruichao Jian

Businessman #1

SC

Sing Chau Wai

Businessman #2

Hung Lu

Businessman #3

Jean-Claude Carrière

Writer

Larry Gross

Writer

RI

Rachel Ingalls

Writer

PT

Paul Theroux

Writer

Wayne Wang

Writer

Komentar

9 Komentar

Arun JainMay 29, 2023

source: Chinese Box

K ᗩ ᖇ ᗩ ᗰ 🥶Nov 18, 2022

Mmabohlokoa Mofota MNov 16, 2022

This film is indeed a Chinese box containing some separate stories nested within the movie's frame: there's Vivian's story, there's Jean's story, and there's of course John's dramatic one, but then there's also the story of the Hong Kong island and its inhabitants and how they take the 1997 political change. I haven't seen very many Jeremy Irons films and in the ones I've seen him he plays supporting roles, but I particularly enjoyed his part in this film, especially because it seems an atypical one for him. John's friend Jim is fun to watch (see the bolero scene)although he is predictable all through. The two girls are both strong characters, even if their stories are quite different (or are they?)and I was relieved to see that their womanly instincts prevailed when it came to understanding John. All in all, "The Chinese Box" left me a very good first impression and I would recommend it to all Jeremy Irons fans.

Bobby Van JaarsveldNov 16, 2022

Much has already been said about the film itself. Here are some comments regarding the portrayal of Hong Kong. An early comment was saying that this film makes Hong Kong look dirty and cramped. Well, having lived in Hong Kong (in several different areas) I have to say that what the film shows is reality. I was paying about US$1,000 per month for a small room about 10 x 15 feet in Hong Kong (Tin Hau area) in 1996. It was not even a really nice place. Hong Kong is very expensive to live in. It is also a very dirty and polluted place compared to cities in the West. The director of the film was not making this up. By reading this you may think I hated it there, well it rates as one of my favorite cities in the world. It has a lot of charm. By the way, the movie isn't bad and worth a look.

Abena SikaNov 16, 2022

I don't know what's wrong with you people, or where stupid Hong Kong nationalism comes into this. I see movies that show lousy parts of Boston, and I don't go whining about it on web sites. The story is extremely moving, Hong Kong seemed fascinating, there was amazing imagery and chemistry between Irons and Li. I was blown away both times I saw it. I highly recommend Chinese Box.

20mejherrNov 16, 2022

Never get tired of rewatching this beautiful film. The intensity of Irons and Li and the intensity of the historic moment. Perfect film making.

eijayfrimpongNov 16, 2022

Jeremy Irons portrays a terminal man in Hong Kong at the period when British rule on that province is terminated.There are assorted disparate characters and plot points reflected in the frenetic city itself. Gong Li as Vivian portrays a woman from "North China" (wrong side of the tracks) who cannot marry a Hong Kong businessman due to her lower station. She alternately flirts with Irons,even as she herself works part time as an escort,apparently a role she likes for its escapism. Maggie Cheung as Jean portrays a displaced street-walker,with a marring scar on her face. Irons takes an interest in filming her and the disjointed scenes of the Hong Kong streets. The visceral sense of Hong Kong and its people is captured brilliantly. The constant camera movement reflects uncertainty and unpredictability. Ruben Blades as Irons temporary house-mate also adds to the storytelling aspect. His ballads softly underline Irons' despair,and the unrest of Hong Kong itself.Recommended.

HesmanuelNov 16, 2022

I was unprepared for the wonderful experience this film affords. The metaphor is striking and acceptable. Wang catches the bittersweet essence of the changeover, both at the specific and the generic level. Li, Irons, and Cheung are superb. The movie is a cornucopia of visual delights. In fact, it probably requires repeat viewing to fully absorb the totality of its impact. Thank you, Mr.Wang, for a truly unusual piece of work. sasmd2@pol.net

قطوسه ♥️Nov 16, 2022

I have seen this film three times now and it just seems to get better. Gong Li and Jeremy Irons were fabulous along with Maggie Cheung who played a fascinating character. The street scenes I thought really enhanced the ambience of the film and plot. Congrats to all who were involved in this film.

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