Wong Kar Wai is a virtuoso. His movies have a universal appeal because he understands music, emotions and cinematography. Props to Vice for interviewing this amazing artist.
The host asked many excellent questions to help the audience to delve into Wong Kar Wai's mind. Obviously he had done good research and preparation before the interview. Thank you, Salam. And well done!
I like how in the beginning of the video, Wong Kar Wai mentions making films as posing a question rather than providing an answer. I imagine that Asian philosophy also follows that stream of thought. The idea of filming the realism of the streets or the local community of the place is also pretty interesting and much more relatable. He also reminds me of the storytelling manner of director Hiyao Miyazaki in that he connects familiar characters together. Good stuff for making other movie projects
Wow! I never knew this interview existed. It's funny watching these two converse. Totally not on the same page. It's like watching the left brain interview the right or is it the other way around? Unintentionally comedic at times, but still good. I really like what Wong Kar Wai said about aftertaste. That's the common ingredient in all my favorite movies.
I am Brazilian 18y and I discover this man's art a few months ago, and I love it, I didn't watch his entire filmography yet, I whatch fallen angels and chungking express, and when I was rewatching I realize that, were the same location and get impressed
Just because u dont understand his movies doesnt mean his movies are bad, there're many people that like his movies, it almost like saying only u opinions matter lol...
In case you're curious about The Human Condition, it's actually 9 hours 47 minutes in length (the longest fiction film ever). 90% on Rotten Tomatoes. Anyone have an idea of which movie he's referring to (Murder in a Bathhouse)?
Urgh, nice interview but about halfway through, the interviewer began to get on my nerves. With his unnecessarily big words, very long winded questions (& let's not forget that English isn't Wong's primary language) and god, that loud abrasive laugh which seemed so forced.
Actually Wong Kar-wai is one of the greatest filmmakers of his generation, any opportunity to interview him is a great one. Get over yourself. Not everything Vice does has to be shock based.
I was very happy to hear him mention The Human Condition. That film is seriously one of the best ever made and it's a damned shame to see that it's even somewhat overlooked among those who really are into cinema.
One thing that is so sad about Hong Kong movies today is the entering of Mainland Chinese, they do not speak cantonese nor do they understand the wonderful Hong Kong culture. If any of them can be like Jet Li who participated in the HK industry since early 80s, that would bring back the greatness of HK movie.
not the government if that's what you're implying because i can watch HBO in the UK on other sites just not vice's HBO on RUclips so i would say it's because of vice or a contract vice has signed saying they would block it.
Why do so many contemp journalists start interviews with tangential questions like Wong Kar Wai’s neighborhood and the people in it. Just get to the point of his filmmakjng process. It may be like usual that the artist’ work has nothing at all to do with these other things much or may have more to do with other influences.
If VICE is lost to Murdoch's special interests... it will not be that big of a loss in the end. Others will report out there in an even more truthful manner. Even in the worst case scenario, this will not be anywhere close to the end of independent media. 70 mil is not as much as you think to someone that is worth billions.
How can we expect to change the world if we can't even enlighten the world, The fact that the vice series was blocked from certain people in certain countries is truly sad.
Dude, when they post video that can only be watched in USA or whatever. Just go through USA proxy and you will be able to watch it. :) The video "kermit kingdom" is an awesome video about North Korea. You should really check it out. I live in Sweden, so i had the same problem but just go through USA proxy and it will work.:)
Whoa, Swedish people getting pissed at RUclips because they can't watch vice. Well, just put urself in a Chinese people's shoes and it will make u feel better since they can't go on RUclips at all.
If only there was a free and easy way to find out how to bypass that. Too bad you don't have some kind of website that you could access from your computer that would tell you how...
Northern China borders Siberia. The communities in some provinces there are sino-russian for several generations. There are Chinese that speak fluent Russian, and vice-versa. Rice wine and vodka drinkers, mixed kids, and so on...
That is a great point, especially considering that this man is from China and probably has a fan base there that wont ever be able to see this video. Though they probably will just figure a way around it without complaining and trying to force a major company to change their policies. China 1 Sweden 0.
Its probably already been discussed.... but is this new Grandmaster joint just an American remake of the Ip Man movies made in Hong Kong? It sure looks like it.
Wong Kar Wai is a virtuoso. His movies have a universal appeal because he understands music, emotions and cinematography. Props to Vice for interviewing this amazing artist.
this comment needs to be higher
The host asked many excellent questions to help the audience to delve into Wong Kar Wai's mind. Obviously he had done good research and preparation before the interview. Thank you, Salam. And well done!
I like how in the beginning of the video, Wong Kar Wai mentions making films as posing a question rather than providing an answer. I imagine that Asian philosophy also follows that stream of thought. The idea of filming the realism of the streets or the local community of the place is also pretty interesting and much more relatable. He also reminds me of the storytelling manner of director Hiyao Miyazaki in that he connects familiar characters together. Good stuff for making other movie projects
Chris Kuhl because is the grand master. He is no narcissistic youtuber who is craving for attention.
This might be the best interview with Wong Kar-wai yet
Wow! I never knew this interview existed. It's funny watching these two converse. Totally not on the same page. It's like watching the left brain interview the right or is it the other way around? Unintentionally comedic at times, but still good. I really like what Wong Kar Wai said about aftertaste. That's the common ingredient in all my favorite movies.
I am Brazilian 18y and I discover this man's art a few months ago, and I love it, I didn't watch his entire filmography yet, I whatch fallen angels and chungking express, and when I was rewatching I realize that, were the same location and get impressed
Wong Kar Wai + Christopher Doyle = Amazing ... forget hollywood
U left out William Cheung the art director
@@chiewataleung chiu wai also
AWESOME Interview, Truly enjoy , Well Done and very candid!! Love Wong Kar-wai for years
Loved when they mentioned his costumes in the interview, that was my favorite element of "Grandmaster."
listening to them talk was somewhat relaxing to me
Everytime watching an interview of Wong Kar Wai, I always learn new things about cinematography, also perspectives of life. Thank you so much, sir.
Wong Kar Wai Is "The Grandmaster"
Just because u dont understand his movies doesnt mean his movies are bad, there're many people that like his movies, it almost like saying only u opinions matter lol...
Wong kar wai is a great director.
In case you're curious about The Human Condition, it's actually 9 hours 47 minutes in length (the longest fiction film ever). 90% on Rotten Tomatoes. Anyone have an idea of which movie he's referring to (Murder in a Bathhouse)?
Murder in a Bathhouse can be just an obscure random Cantonese film at the time
Aw shit I love Wong Kar Wai.
Don't even know what this is about but I am already sold.
wong kar-wai's a genius
I like how he talks in present tense
Takes years of kung fu ass kicking to rock those specific shades so calmly inside. Seriously lol.
He's a master of capturing a mood.
great interview
loved this conversation!
Urgh, nice interview but about halfway through, the interviewer began to get on my nerves. With his unnecessarily big words, very long winded questions (& let's not forget that English isn't Wong's primary language) and god, that loud abrasive laugh which seemed so forced.
Great Interview, Interviewer knows his stuff
I can watch again Vice video!
They should interview Raymond Wong as well.
according to LA times, "He owns only one pair, he said, custom-made for him by a Japanese artisan who also makes samurai swords"
20:40 The comment on Hongkong's situation is indeed insightful.
Actually Wong Kar-wai is one of the greatest filmmakers of his generation, any opportunity to interview him is a great one. Get over yourself. Not everything Vice does has to be shock based.
I was very happy to hear him mention The Human Condition. That film is seriously one of the best ever made and it's a damned shame to see that it's even somewhat overlooked among those who really are into cinema.
Me "hey that's the wrong car your getting in!" Wong- "yes Iam
This movie was AMAZING...
I just saw the trailer prior to watching this just now hahah.
One thing that is so sad about Hong Kong movies today is the entering of Mainland Chinese, they do not speak cantonese nor do they understand the wonderful Hong Kong culture. If any of them can be like Jet Li who participated in the HK industry since early 80s, that would bring back the greatness of HK movie.
how can i watch 'the grandmaster' in the uk?
I did it like that, Wang... Thanks to your aesthetic leadership.
WKW is a grandmaster.
I agree. People have the right to be bored through ADD.
Problem solved. Download Hotspot Shield. Now youtube thinks
I'm Chicago.
Grandmaster is about form, Bagua form, Wing Chun reaction.
not the government if that's what you're implying because i can watch HBO in the UK on other sites just not vice's HBO on RUclips so i would say it's because of vice or a contract vice has signed saying they would block it.
Brilliant movie-maker!
Me- "hey that's the wrong car your getting in!" Wong-"yes I'am Wong Kar, is someting wong?!"
Did the words "kung fu" actually get discussed here? cause I may have missed it.
I think the interviewer is interviewing himself more than interviewing Wong Kar-wai..
i'm in the UK and a lot of videos are blocked for me too recently.
thanks!
Is that why I can't access so many of there videos anymore?
if you havent seen Ip Man 1 and 2 go see them
best of the one in hk.
Why do so many contemp journalists start interviews with tangential questions like Wong Kar Wai’s neighborhood and the people in it. Just get to the point of his filmmakjng process. It may be like usual that the artist’ work has nothing at all to do with these other things much or may have more to do with other influences.
because the interviewer & team already did their homework, like for instance watched WKW's films
Vice! enable your HBO series in UK pleeease.
THE BALD GUY'S BEEN MY DAD (LONG STORY!!)
yea those looks good!
Yes!
vice dont block their own regions, do they? isnt this imposed by respective governments of different regions?
good stuff
what brand sunglasses are those?
What are you saying?
Does he not look like Russle peters??
Netherlands here, also a lot of blocked vids.
If VICE is lost to Murdoch's special interests... it will not be that big of a loss in the end. Others will report out there in an even more truthful manner. Even in the worst case scenario, this will not be anywhere close to the end of independent media. 70 mil is not as much as you think to someone that is worth billions.
Hey Shane get joe to come in and interview the guest please
Wong Kar Wai is a boss!
use VPN...thats the frst thing i do when i get on my pc^^
i cant i just cant
How can we expect to change the world if we can't even enlighten the world, The fact that the vice series was blocked from certain people in certain countries is truly sad.
Where are u from?
ouch. lol. ha ha hahahahaha HA! lol! giggle
Dude, when they post video that can only be watched in USA or whatever. Just go through USA proxy and you will be able to watch it. :)
The video "kermit kingdom" is an awesome video about North Korea. You should really check it out. I live in Sweden, so i had the same problem but just go through USA proxy and it will work.:)
and Canada
Man that was hilarious
Whoa, Swedish people getting pissed at RUclips because they can't watch vice. Well, just put urself in a Chinese people's shoes and it will make u feel better since they can't go on RUclips at all.
No, it simply means that they don't find it entertaining. They have the right to be bored by something.
If only there was a free and easy way to find out how to bypass that. Too bad you don't have some kind of website that you could access from your computer that would tell you how...
nailed it.
download Hola Unblocker as an extension for Chrome :)
represents!
Nice
Northern China borders Siberia. The communities in some provinces there are sino-russian for several generations.
There are Chinese that speak fluent Russian, and vice-versa. Rice wine and vodka drinkers, mixed kids, and so on...
Those are some nice looking shades.
That is a great point, especially considering that this man is from China and probably has a fan base there that wont ever be able to see this video. Though they probably will just figure a way around it without complaining and trying to force a major company to change their policies. China 1 Sweden 0.
He's from Hong Kong, it's different... in HK google and facebook and twitter etc. are not blocked
WE MADE YOU POPULAR, STOP REGION BLOCKING
How is it different than IP Man?
they are probably custom made.
This movie was a soap opera.
Really? Have they already forgotten about Ip Man 1 & 2??
We need an alternative Internet which isn't controlled by America's capitalist courts and corporations.
This interviewer needs to stop asking questions designed to validate his assumptions about Wong Kar-wai.
did he say filmmakers are like dinosaurs?..
That's so funny!
YEAH
Its probably already been discussed.... but is this new Grandmaster joint just an American remake of the Ip Man movies made in Hong Kong? It sure looks like it.
my blue berrry nights
Guess america didnt get region blocked figures
It's because of HBO, those are the HBO series of vice. Just pirate them.
Where the fuck do you live, Best Courier.
Jiu Jitsu for life. ;)
5/10 Imo.
Cant wait to see that movie, could use a good asian flick to counterbalance the lack of creativity i c.