Movie

Ashes of Time

“Fear of rejection leads to a life of exile”

★ 7.1(400)19941h 40m

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Good to know

Director: Wong Kar-Wai
Release date: 1994-09-17
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: Cantonese
Status: Released
Country: Hong Kong
Studio: Block 2 Pictures

Ashes of Time — trailer

About Ashes of Time

Ashes of Time is a 1994 movie in the Drama and Action genres, directed by Wong Kar-Wai, starring Leslie Cheung, Brigitte Lin and Tony Leung Ka-fai. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 400 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Ashes of Time in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

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

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Hong Qi's wife

Themes & keywords

tragic lovefrenemiesmachiavellianpast regretsjin yong seriesdystopian-feel

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Ashes of Time in New Zealand?+

Ashes of Time is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Ashes of Time on Netflix?+

Ashes of Time is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Ashes of Time?+

Ashes of Time has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in Ashes of Time?+

Ashes of Time stars Leslie Cheung, Brigitte Lin, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Carina Lau and Tony Leung Chiu-wai.

When did Ashes of Time come out?+

Ashes of Time is a 1994 movie directed by Wong Kar-Wai.

What genre is Ashes of Time?+

Ashes of Time is Drama and Action film.

Who directed Ashes of Time?+

Ashes of Time was directed by Wong Kar-Wai.