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Wong Kar-wai

Chinese-born Hong Kong filmmaker (born 1958)

  • Fame59.2
  • Momentum0.2
  • China rank#239
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  • Fame59.2
  • Momentum0.2
  • China rank#239
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Born 1958 · age 68China
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  • Wikipedia
    54 languages
    Cross-language footprint
  • Rank in China
    #239
    Directors
  • Age
    68
    Born 1958
  • Known for
    In the Mood for Love
    2000
Summary
Updated 2026-09-08

Wong Kar-wai is a Hong Kong filmmaker. His films are characterised by nonlinear narratives, atmospheric music, and vivid cinematography with bold, saturated colours. A pivotal figure of Hong Kong cinema, Wong is considered a contemporary auteur. His films frequently appear on best-of lists domestically and internationally.

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  • Tatler Most Influential Hong Kong
  • honorary doctor of Harvard University
  • Lumière Award, Lyon Festival of cinema
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59.2
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Momentum0.2
Historical26.8
Now attention0.5
Source confidence65.0
Completeness75.0
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#239
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