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Ashes of Time
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Ashes of Time

1994-09-17 · 98 min · ★ 7.0

Drama · Action

Ouyang Feng is a heartbroken and cynical man who spends his days in the desert, connecting expert swordsmen with those seeking revenge and willing to pay for it. Throughout five seasons in exile, Ouyang spins tales of his clients' unrequited loves and unusual acts of bravery.

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Production details

Directors
Wong Kar-wai
Production companies
Block 2 Pictures, Scholar Films Company, Beijing Film Studio, Jet Tone Production
Countries
Hong Kong, Taiwan, China
Status
Released
Budget
USD 5,096,640
Revenue
USD 3,062,239

Top Cast

Leslie Cheung Kwok-wingLeslie Cheung Kwok-wingOuyang Feng / Western Venom
Brigitte Lin Ching-hsiaBrigitte Lin Ching-hsiaMurong Yang / Murong Yin / Dugu Qiubai
Tony Leung Ka-faiTony Leung Ka-faiHuang Yaoshi / Eastern Heretic
Carina LauCarina LauPeach Blossom
Tony Leung Chiu-waiTony Leung Chiu-waiBlind Swordsman
Charlie Yeung Choi-neiCharlie Yeung Choi-neiGirl with Mule
Jacky Cheung Hok-yauJacky Cheung Hok-yauHong Qi / Northern Beggar
Maggie Cheung Man-yukMaggie Cheung Man-yukFeng's Sister-in-Law
Li BaiHong Qi's wife

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