Ashes of Time (1994)
Original title: 東邪西毒
Ashes of Time is a 1994 Chinese-language drama movie directed by Wong Kar-Wai, with a running time of 1h 40m. It stars Leslie Cheung, Brigitte Lin and Tony Leung Ka-fai.
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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What is Ashes of Time about?
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.
When was Ashes of Time released?
Ashes of Time was released on 17 September 1994.
How long is Ashes of Time?
Ashes of Time runs 1h 40m.
Who made Ashes of Time?
Ashes of Time was directed by Wong Kar-Wai.
Cast
- Leslie Cheung as Ouyang Feng / Western Venom
- Brigitte Lin as Murong Yang / Murong Yin / Dugu Qiubai
- Tony Leung Ka-fai as Huang Yaoshi / Eastern Heretic
- Carina Lau as Peach Blossom
- Tony Leung Chiu-wai as Blind Swordsman
- Charlie Yeung Choi-Nei as Girl with Mule
- Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau as Hong Qi / Northern Beggar
- Maggie Cheung as Feng's Sister-in-Law
- 白丽 as Hong Qi's wife
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