Originally one of three tales included the 2004 anthology film Eros, this sensuously filmed segment (set during the 1960s and showing here for the first time in its extended cut) delineates a shy tailor’s longing for a beautiful courtesan.
Hong Kong/China | 2004 | Wong Kar-wai
Originally one of three tales of eroticism and desire included the 2004 anthology film Eros (Michelangelo Antonioni and Steven Soderbergh directed the other two stories), Wong’s sensuously filmed segment (set during the 1960s and showing here for the first time in its extended cut) delineates a shy tailor’s longing for a beautiful courtesan (Gong Li). Cleveland revival premiere. Subtitles. 56 min.
The Hand, a Cinematheque streaming exclusive, can be viewed online from 12/11 thru 2/11 via the link below. Doing so supports the Cinematheque. Screening fee is $12, and after opening the film, you have 72 hours to watch it. This movie is part of the seven-film series “The World of Wong Kar-wai.” A series pass costs $70.
The Hand, a Cinematheque streaming exclusive, can be viewed online from 12/11 thru 2/11 via the link below. Doing so supports the Cinematheque. Screening fee is $12, and after opening the film, you have 72 hours to watch it. This movie is part of the seven-film series “The World of Wong Kar-wai.” A series pass costs $70.
2020/12/11 - 2021/02/11
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This movie is part of the seven-film series “The World of Wong Kar-wai.” The other six films are: In the Mood for Love, As Tears Go By, Days of Being Wild, Chungking Express, Fallen Angels, and Happy Together. All are available 12/11 – 2/11. A series pass costs $70.
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