'In the Mood for Love' Special Edition 25th Anniversary Unreleased Episode Main Trailer Released!

Director Wong Kar-wai, along with Maggie Cheung and Tony Leung, has unveiled the main trailer for the finally completed 〈In the Mood for Love Special Edition〉, which contains unreleased episodes.

The 〈In the Mood for Love Special Edition〉 is the longest version in history, featuring unreleased episodes that have been hidden for 25 years, depicting a secret and beautiful romance that can only be experienced in theaters.

The newly released main trailer captures the intense moments from the protagonists' meeting to their separation, leaving a strong impression. Mrs. Chan (Maggie Cheung) and Chow (Tony Leung) discover that their spouses are having affairs. The phrases 'an uneasy time', 'a sudden emotional explosion', and 'a secret with no place to hide' seem to foreshadow the precarious moments they will face. Furthermore, lines like "I thought so too, so I didn't care" and "I was curious about how the two of them started" delicately reveal the complex inner struggles of the two as they try to understand their spouses amidst feelings of loss and confusion. The narrow alleys of 1960s Hong Kong, dimly lit corridors, and rainy streets serve as the backdrop for the two brushing past each other precariously. The poignant yet restrained emotional direction, unable to suppress their feelings for each other, captivates the audience, blending seamlessly with Wong Kar-wai's unique mise-en-scène. And in a moment that hints at the conclusion of their relationship, some unreleased episodes debuting through this special edition amplify the audience's anticipation. The encounter between Mrs. Chan and Chow, who meet again with new faces across a long span of time, raises curiosity about what new changes and interpretations their story will bring.