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In the Mood for Love
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In the Mood for Love

2000-09-29 · 99 min · ★ 8.1

Drama · Romance

In 1960s Hong Kong, two neighbors form an intimate bond after making a discovery about their spouses in this visually stunning tale of unrequited love.

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Production details

Directors
Wong Kar-wai
Production companies
Block 2 Pictures, Paradis Films, Jet Tone Production
Countries
Hong Kong, France
Status
Released
Budget
USD 3,000,000
Revenue
USD 15,867,968

Top Cast

Maggie Cheung Man-yukMaggie Cheung Man-yukSu Li-zhen
Tony Leung Chiu-waiTony Leung Chiu-waiChow Mo-wan
Siu Ping-lamSiu Ping-lamAh Ping
Rebecca PanRebecca PanMrs. Suen
Kelly Lai ChenKelly Lai ChenMr. Ho
Joe Cheung Tung-ChoJoe Cheung Tung-ChoMan Living in Mr. Koo's Apartment
Chan Man-LeiMr. Koo
Koo Kam-WahKoo Kam-WahMrs. Koo
Mama HungMama HungAmah
Paulyn SunPaulyn SunMrs. Chow (voice)
Roy Cheung Yiu-yeungRoy Cheung Yiu-yeungMr. Chan (voice)
Julien CarbonJulien CarbonFrench Tourist (uncredited)
Laurent CourtiaudLaurent CourtiaudFrench Reporter (uncredited)

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