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Tony Leung (Actor), Joan Chen (Actor), Ang Lee (Director) Rated:

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From two-time Oscar-winner Ang Lee, the acclaimed director of Sense and Sensibility, The Ice Storm, Brokeback Mountain, Life of Pi and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, comes this romantic drama starring the great Tony Leung (In the Mood for Love) with Wei Tang (Blackhat) and Joan Chen (The Last Emperor). Set against the backdrop of a transforming country, Lust, Caution tells the provocative story of a young woman (Tang) who finds herself swept up in a radical plot to assassinate a ruthless and secretive intelligence agent. As she immerses herself in her role as a cosmopolitan seductress, she becomes entangled in a dangerous game that will ultimately determine her fate. Erotic, breathtaking and suspenseful, this award-winning film was hailed by critics as “exquisitely beautiful” (Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times) and “lushly sensual” (Leah Rozen, People).

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MPAA rating : s_medNC17 NC-17 (Adults Only)
Product Dimensions : 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 5.92 Ounces
Director : Ang Lee
Media Format : Anamorphic
Run time : 2 hours and 37 minutes
Release date : March 30, 2021
Actors : Tony Leung, Joan Chen
Studio : Kl Studio Classics
ASIN : B08QW83FRF
Number of discs : 1

Best Sellers Rank: #6,366 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
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Jazley Faith

From a college student's perspective

Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2017

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Those who think poorly of this movie often are probably not mindful of the historical and cultural context, and the deeply layered meanings that arise from the original short story by Eileen Chang. I watched part of this movie to supplement the reading the story in an East Asian Studies class, and was so impressed by the first fifteen minutes that I decided to watch the entire thing at home. Although the plot line and the overall premise of the movie being a spy story seems predictable, that is not the intention of the movie director, or the original author, Eileen Chang.
I think it's important to keep in mind that this story is based off a true story, from Chinese history as it dealt with the Japanese invasion, as well as WWII. Beneath all the politics of this time, a young drama student was able to lure a high-ranking official into the most intimate part of her and his life--and as an audience, we can hope they had a true connection. Although not expressive in a Western sense, this movie highlights the subtleties and highly coded symbols that mark the Chinese experience in this time of living: waiting in line for rations, desire over Western goods, majong to pass the time, and allegiance to home towns, and so on. Eileen Chang was often criticized for writing about 'trivial matters of women, sex, and relationships,' but these are the very markers of human existence and struggle--especially during a highly politically dangerous time.
In comparison to the short story (which I will admit I have only read the English translation, unable to gather my Chinese skills together), the Prime Minister and our beloved heroine are painted beautifully human. And as a cinematic, visual representation of a piece of literature, of words--to demonstrate this with images, sound, and through actors, I truly applaud the work.

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A. W. Dale

Not perfect - but it does something no one else has come close to achieving.

Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2017

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There are so many factors to consider when reviewing a movie like this. First of all, a film like may never be made again in our lifetime. If one stretches their memory, the main actress was literally banned from performing in China, and And Lee cried in public when discussing the reaction to his direction of this movie. For that very reason alone, this movie deserves a star.

Why was the movie controversial then? Because it discusses the pain and ambiguity associated with supporting the anti-Japanese movement, or any government during wartime, as a spy. It reveals the idealism, ineptitude, and utilitarianism inherent in the resistance movement, which is not something popular in this day and age. The film is built on a short story by Eileen Chang, which discusses the attitudes of capitalists in Shanghai after the occupation of the Japanese. The plot as it is, centers around a young woman drawing close with the aid of her inept but patriotic theater friends to the head of counterintelligence for the collaborationist Wang Jingwei government in Nanjing. In the end, the main character achieves her goal but loses her idealism and her life in the process.

This is probably the best and most honest war movie I've seen about the Eight-Year Anti-Japanese War (should I update that term?), and as one would expect, it is universally reviled by Chinese patriots. But it is well worth watching for the emotive and intense performances of Tony Leung and Tang Wei. Almost equally valuable are the excellent sets which truly revive the feeling of period HK and Shanghai.

Not a perfect piece of art - but something everyone interested in the period and the author or director must watch.

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Eric honestly opinionated K.

Amazing directing, unbelievable performances from the two actors. Must watch!

Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2018

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Wow. Mind blown. Two lead actors' performance is so real and their on-screen chemistry was unbelievable. Really brought the story to life... can't believe Tang Wei was a newbie here because she commands the screen amazingly. Even their bed scenes were so real that I heard upon release she was banned from making movie there for a time and many think the scenes were unsimulated. (e.g. they really did it) I believe it - but it's their and directors' choice so no issue... though definitely under 21 shouldn't even watch this.

It is an amazing movie that portrays the history in such poignant ways that it begs your viewing. We need more movies like these.

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John Alan Day

World War Two History

Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2020

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Once again Amazon Prime has presented a World War Two movie based on history or which I was unaware -- Chinese who collaborated with the Japanese occupation forces.

This movie is dark as it should be given the darkness of the Japanese occupation of mainland China. The darkness of the movie was carried out by the primary actors, Tang Wei and Leung Chiu-Wai. Scenery and sets marvelous.

I highly recommend this movie for those who want to use a movie to gain insight into the Japanese occupation of mainland China in World War Two.

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R. Edward Merrell, Jr.

Ang ee at his best!

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2015

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This is a beautifully produced Ang Lee war espionage film set in 1938 Hong Kong during the Chino/Japanese War and in 1943 Shanghai while WW II was in full swing. The film features some very explicit sex scenes which Lee believed were necessary to portray the espionage seduction of Chinese traitor, Mr Yee (Tony Leung Chu Wai) by young drama student, Wong Chia Chi (Wei Tang). It was a world wide box office and critical success - even here in America, in spite of its NC-17 rating. As the story develops, Chinese Nationalists have been frustrated in their attempts to assassinate an important Chinese official who has become a collaborator for the Japanese. Old Wu, who has lost his wife and two sons as well as two women who had attempted to seduce Yee, now recruits a troupe of drama students from Hong Kong University in yet another attempt to do away with Yee. Wong Chia Chi is chosen to befriend Yee, which she does by posing as Mac Tai Tai, the wife of Mak, befriending Yee's wife (Joan Chen) and her female friends, and then eventually befriending Yee himself. The film does a magnificent job of retelling the anguish of that time from an Asian perspective and is a brave commentary on how Asians respond to trauma, both personal and collective. Highly recommended...but be forewarned of the explicit sex scenes.

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Derek Vernon-morris

Lust, Caution (DVD) Tony Leung Chiu Wai/Tang Wei

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 16, 2011

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A haunting piano theme by Alexandre Desplat gives an air of deep meditation throughout this film, directed by Ang Lee set in the second World War and illustrates the interplay between western and oriental cultures. Fortunately this is not a 'war film', but follows the fate of fictional characters from a story by Eileen Chang, based on actual events during the Japanese occupation of Shanghai, in 1942.
A group of Chinese drama students led by Kuang Yu Min (Wang Leehom) descide to take their fate and that of their country into their own hands, and after involvement in various rallys come up with a daring plot to infiltrate the home of the occupying head of Japanese intelligence. They have to pose as a well off family with Chaffuer (using the money of one of their Fathers) to gain accepance into the confidence of Mr Yee's (Tony Leung Chiu Wai) social circle, and that of his wife Yee Taj Taj (Joan Chen). They play a symbolic traditional game of Majong, a kind of dominoes over tea. Beautiful student Wang Jiazhi (Tang Wei) has to become Mr Yee's lover as they still can not get close enough to him for an assassination attempt. His police and bodyguards are ever present.
Uncompromising in crushing resistance, and uncompromising sexually, Yee surprises Wag Jiazi with his sadistic urgency. After being wined and dined and increasing sexual encounters, Wang Jiazhi loses sight of the original plan and falls in love. Yee expresses his regard for her with an enormous diamond and saphire ring allowing his feelings to take precedence over caution. In a remarkable scene in the double agent undercover shop, she warns him of the trap and he runs for his life to his car. She in turn decides not to take her suicide pill, but face the firing squad, with her fellow conspirators, an honourable death.

This is a beautiful, erotic, and tense film on a location where Ang Lee recreates his roots in 1942 Shangai in every detail including street cars, and cafes. It has the uncompromising characterisation of 'Broke Back Mountain', with the electrifying drama of 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.' Mandarin is spoken throughout with subtitles in Castillian, or English, with bonus material of the cast and production team dicussing the making of the film. Highly recommended.

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Carno Polo

great history as well as lust and caution

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 8, 2012

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This is not just an erotic film as most reviewers seem to think. It is also a most interesting historical movie about the Japanese occupation of Shanghai before and during WW II.

Yes, the emotions and lust take the front of the stage most of the time, but I was attracted to the historical setting. Collaborationists in Japanese occupied China facing agonizing struggles between survival and conscience. Their realization that all is lost after the American intervention in the war following Pearl Harbour is painful, but they have nowhere to go. Also the idealistic but amateurish youth in the heroic resistance movement are given the credit they deserve.

As for the lust and love part, I agree with most reviewers: it is a great movie, digging deep into human weaknesses. Both protagonists neglect their political duties to pursue their lust. Caution, in the end, is not enough...

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greasey

Its okay but not one of Ang Lee's best films to date

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 25, 2018

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Ang Lee's film was rather too long and boring, with some sexual scenes. It was supposed to be an erotic thriller, but it was more like an espionage World War 2 film. Overall It was okay, but I don no think this is Ang Lee's best film. Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon and his other notable films were much better.

Kirstine

Superb and moving

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 20, 2008

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The story is exciting and heart-breaking by turns and by the end I felt drained but full of admiration as the film is a magnificent achievement for the director Ang Lee and the lead actors. It's on an epic scale with a tremendous amount of organization of street scenes depicting 1940s China. Having sub-titles didn't detract at all from the power of the film as the acting was so good it transcended language. There are quite a few torrid and explicit love-making scenes that enrich the understanding of the the characters. The few very violent episodes are all the more shocking and effective as they contrast with the rest of the film's more languid pace.

7 people found this helpful

Tyler

Beautifully Made

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 5, 2011

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Though its love-making scenes are over done it is a master piece.

A film which psychologically looking into love, lust and caution with a historic background.

Anyone who interested in its story background can find information about the history of Chinese assassins in late 19th to early 20th century. Also see hundred days reform and second Sino-Japanese War.

The assassins were mostly undergraduates and academics who in deep hate of corrupted government officials and weak leaders who signed unequal treaties with colonial foreign powers in order to gain personal power and advantage.

Tang Wei is outstanding, in my opinion.

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