Ashes of Time
“Fear of rejection leads to a life of exile”
Ouyang Feng is a heartbroken and cynical man who spends his days in the desert, connecting expert swordsmen with those seeking revenge and willing to pay for it. Throughout five seasons in exile, Ouyang spins tales of his clients' unrequited loves and unusual acts of bravery.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| India | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | — |
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| Japan | — | Amazon Video |
About Ashes of Time
Ashes of Time is a 1994 cn-language drama and action film directed by Wong Kar-Wai. The cast is led by Leslie Cheung, Brigitte Lin, Tony Leung Ka-fai. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 400 ratings.
Ashes of Time was produced by Block 2 Pictures, Scholar Films Company, and Beijing Film Studio and made in Hong Kong and Taiwan. It was released on September 17, 1994, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Wong Kar-Wai
- Writers
- Wong Kar-Wai
- Release date
- September 17, 1994
- Original language
- cn
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Hong Kong, Taiwan
- Production
- Block 2 Pictures, Scholar Films Company, Beijing Film Studio
Ashes of Time cast & crew
Ashes of Time was directed by Wong Kar-Wai and written by Wong Kar-Wai.
The cast features Leslie Cheung as Ouyang Feng / Western Venom, Brigitte Lin as Murong Yang / Murong Yin / Dugu Qiubai, Tony Leung Ka-fai as Huang Yaoshi / Eastern Heretic, Carina Lau as Peach Blossom, Tony Leung Chiu-wai as Blind Swordsman, and Charlie Yeung Choi-Nei as Girl with Mule.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Frankie Chan Fan-Kei, cinematography is by Christopher Doyle, and it was produced by Chan Ye-cheng and William Chang Suk-Ping.
Is Ashes of Time worth watching?
Ashes of Time holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 400 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and action, Ashes of Time is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Ashes of Time
Leslie Cheung
Ouyang Feng / Western Venom
Brigitte Lin
Murong Yang / Murong Yin / Dugu Qiubai
Tony Leung Ka-fai
Huang Yaoshi / Eastern Heretic
Carina Lau
Peach Blossom
Tony Leung Chiu-wai
Blind Swordsman
Charlie Yeung Choi-Nei
Girl with Mule
Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau
Hong Qi / Northern Beggar
Maggie Cheung
Feng's Sister-in-Law
白丽
Hong Qi's wife
Ashes of Time — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Ashes of Time in United States?
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▸What language is Ashes of Time in?
Ashes of Time is originally in cn. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Ashes of Time?
Ashes of Time runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).
▸What is Ashes of Time rated?
Ashes of Time is rated R. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 400 ratings.
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