In the Mood for Love

2000, 98′, Wong Kar-wai, Cantonese, Shanghainese, and French dialogue

In 1962 Hong Kong, Chow Mo-Wan, a journalist, rents a room from Mr. Koo. He will live there with his wife, a hotel receptionist. At the same time, Su Lizhen, a beautiful secretary, and her executive husband also move into the crowded building. With their spouses often away, Chow and Lizhen become close friends. They have everything in common, from noodle shops to martial arts. Soon, they are shocked to discover that their spouses are having an affair. Hurt and angry, they find comfort in their growing friendship even as they resolve not to be like their unfaithful mates.

In the Mood for Love premiered at the 2000 Cannes Film Festival, where it was nominated for the Palme d’Or and won Best Actor.