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Lust, Caution (2007)

Lust, Caution (2007)
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Academy Award-winning director Ang Lee adapts this Eileen Chang story set in World War II-era Shanghai that details the political intrigue surrounding a powerful political figure named Mr. Yee (Tony Leung) in Japanese-occupied Shanghai. Spanning the late '30s and early '40s, the movie introduces us to Hong Kong teen Wong Chia Chi (Tang Wei), a shy college freshman who finds her calling in a drama society devoted to patriotic plays. But the troupe's leader, Kuang Yu Min (Wang Leehom), isn't just a theater maven -- he's a revolutionary as well, and he's devoted to carrying out a bold plan to assassinate top Japanese collaborator Mr. Yee. Each student has an important role to play, and Wong puts herself in a dangerous position as Mrs. Mak; she befriends Mr. Yee's wife (Joan Chen), and slowly gains trust before tempting him into an affair. While at first the plan goes exactly as scripted, things suddenly take a deadly turn and Wong is emigrated from Hong Kong. Later, in 1941, the occupation shows no signs of ceasing and Wong is simply drifting through her days in Shanghai. Much to her surprise, the former actress finds Kuang requesting that she resume the role of Mrs. Mak. Now, as Wong again gains intimate access to her dangerous prey, she must struggle with her own identity in order to pull off the performance of a lifetime. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, Tang Wei, (more)
Director(s):
Ang Lee
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
NC17
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Lust, Caution

Academy Award-winning director Ang Lee adapts this Eileen Chang story set in World War II-era Shanghai that details the political intrigue surrounding a powerful political figure named Mr. Yee (Tony Leung) in Japanese-occupied Shanghai. Spanning the late '30s and early '40s, the movie introduces us to Hong Kong teen Wong Chia Chi (Tang Wei), a shy college freshman who finds her calling in a drama society devoted to patriotic plays. But the troupe's leader, Kuang Yu Min (Wang Leehom), isn't just a theater maven -- he's a revolutionary as well, and he's devoted to carrying out a bold plan to assassinate top Japanese collaborator Mr. Yee. Each student has an important role to play, and Wong puts herself in a dangerous position as Mrs. Mak; she befriends Mr. Yee's wife (Joan Chen), and slowly gains trust before tempting him into an affair. While at first the plan goes exactly as scripted, things suddenly take a deadly turn and Wong is emigrated from Hong Kong. Later, in 1941, the occupation shows no signs of ceasing and Wong is simply drifting through her days in Shanghai. Much to her surprise, the former actress finds Kuang requesting that she resume the role of Mrs. Mak. Now, as Wong again gains intimate access to her dangerous prey, she must struggle with her own identity in order to pull off the performance of a lifetime. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
155 mins

Complete Cast of Lust, Caution


Director(s):
Ang Lee
Writer(s):
James Schamus, Wang Hui-Ling
Producer(s):
Ang Lee, Bill Kong, James Schamus
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
NC17(Sexual Situations, Graphic Violence, Adult Situations, Not For Children, Nudity, Profanity, Strong Sexual Content, Violence)
Categories:
Mystery & Suspense
Lust, Caution Awards:
  • 2007 - Venice International Film Festival - Golden Lion
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    Meagan R.

    Ang Lee's Lust/Caution is the most emotionally deep, strikingly filmed and historically/culturally fascinating movie I've seen in a long time. It feels as if you're in WWII China. See it if you can handle trying to absorb its poignant beauty while reading subtitles translating rapid Chinese dialogue (not to mention the quasi-pornographic scenes that got it an NC-17 rating, but they're instrumental to the plot).

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    Allyson H.

    You know it started off a little slow and then you have to read the whole way through which distracts you from enjoying the visual aspect of the movie. But then you are drawn in to the characters and begin to feel as they do. Just a wonderful movie. 10 STARS !!!!

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    Jesse M.

    This was a movie that finally had realism to it. I loved the story and showed a great aspect of the past asian culture.

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