Toronto Film Fest: Ang Lee's Lust, Caution Reviewed
Summary
Among the higher profile entries in Toronto, Ang Lee's Lust, Caution had a particular notoriety coming in; not only were fest-watchers waiting to confirm or contradict the early mixed reaction from the Venice Film Festival, they were also curious to see what earned the erotic thriller its NC-17 rating. Back to Article
Among the higher profile entries in Toronto, Ang Lee's Lust, Caution had a particular notoriety coming in; not only were fest-watchers waiting to confirm or contradict the early mixed reaction from the Venice Film Festival, they were also curious to see what earned the erotic thriller its NC-17 rating. Back to Article
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KubrickIsG-d writes: on Sep 11 2007 02:21 PM I still dont understand how this got mixed reviews at Venice and yet took home the top prize, is that not a contradiction. I guess what's also a contradiction is that this was filmed in Shanghai, yet I guarantee it will be forever banned in Mainland China. (Reply to this) |
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eastern2western writes: on Sep 11 2007 03:12 PM Probably no banned, but it has to go through severe cuttings. Chinese censors are okay with showing violence on scree, but anyting that is sexual, political or attacks the communist will get immediate banning. (Reply to this) |
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ImaRobot writes: on Sep 11 2007 09:12 PM In reply to this comment (#1115570) that's what i was wondering too. (Reply to this) |
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nathanpoitras writes: on Sep 12 2007 11:29 AM You gotta love Ang Lee, the guy isn't afraid to take on any kind of project. The Ice Storm, Crouching Tiger, Heck, I didn't even mind The Hulk too much. Look forward to seeing Lust,Caution. (Reply to this) |
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