Chan Is Missing (1982)

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This thriller about a $4000 robbery was successfully lensed by writer/director Wayne Wang on a budget of $22,000. Cabdrivers Wood Moy and Marc Hayashi are robbed by the elusive Chan Hung (whom we never see in the film). As Moy and Hayashi track down the thief, Wang offers indelible images of the seamier portions of San Francisco's Chinatown. Whether the two cabbies ever retrieve their lost loot is immaterial; the film is a mood and character piece, seasoned with unexpected moments of laughter. Chan is Missing became a sleeper on the arthouse circuit, a fact that would open many professional doors for the multi-talented Wayne Wang. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

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.

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

80 mins

Complete Cast:

Director(s):

Wayne Wang

Writer(s):

Isaac Cronin, Terrel Seltzer, Wayne Wang

Producer(s):

Wayne Wang

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Adult Situations, Questionable for Children, Violence, Profanity)

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• 1994 - Library of Congress - U.S. National Film Registry
• 1982 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Experimental/Independent Film