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In the Mood for Love (2000)

PG ★ 8.1/10 99 min Drama, Romance Hong Kong, France CN
Director: Wong Kar-Wai
Screenplay by: Wong Kar-Wai
Story by: Liu Yichang
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Feel the heat, keep the feeling burning, let the sensation explode.

Description

Two neighbors form a strong bond after both suspect extramarital activities of their spouses. However, they agree to keep their bond platonic so as not to commit similar wrongs.

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Top Cast

Maggie Cheung
Maggie Cheung Su Li-zhen
Tony Leung Chiu-wai
Tony Leung Chiu-wai Chow Mo-wan
Siu Ping-Lam
Siu Ping-Lam Ah Ping
Rebecca Pan
Rebecca Pan Mrs. Suen
Kelly Lai Chen
Kelly Lai Chen Mr. Ho
Joe Cheung Tung-Cho
Joe Cheung Tung-Cho Man Living in Mr. Koo's Apartment
Chan Man-Lei Mr. Koo
Koo Kam-Wah Mrs. Koo

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The Guardian and Observer critics’ top 10 romantic movies
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Letterboxd Lists

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