Question 1

What unusual connection does the mute character He Zhiwu have to Wong Kar-Wai's earlier film Chungking Express?

Accepted Answer

He Zhiwu became mute after eating expired pineapple, referencing a character in Chungking Express obsessed with pineapple expiration dates. Both characters share the same name and actor (Takeshi Kaneshiro), and have matching cop/prisoner numbers.

Question 2

How did Wong Kar-Wai and cinematographer Christopher Doyle visually distinguish this film from their previous collaboration?

Accepted Answer

They used wide angle lenses and close shots, focusing on neon, night time, and grunge instead of the bright daytime colors of Chungking Express.

Question 3

What McDonald's restaurant connection exists between Fallen Angels and Chungking Express?

Accepted Answer

The McDonald's where Wong Chi-Ming and Blondie meet is the same exact restaurant visited by Cop 663 in Chungking Express.

Question 4

What is the central conflict in Fallen Angels?

Accepted Answer

An assassin tries to escape his violent lifestyle while his partner, who is secretly attracted to him, opposes his attempts.

Question 5

Which major international film festivals featured Fallen Angels?

Accepted Answer

The film was shown at the New York Film Festival (1997), Golden Horse Film Festival (1995), Toronto International Film Festival (1995), Berlin International Film Festival (1995, 1996), and International Film Festival Rotterdam (1996).

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