Wong Kar-wai's short film, The Hand, contributed to the allure of the 2004 anthology movie, Eros.
In the year 2004, three renowned filmmakers from different corners of the globe came together to create a unique cinematic masterpiece. The anthology film "Eros" was co-produced and directed by Wong Kar-wai (Hong Kong), Steven Soderbergh (United States), and Michelangelo Antonioni (Italy). Originally, Pedro Almodóvar (Spain) was also set to participate, but he was replaced by Soderbergh.
The collaboration between these three directors was a testament to the enduring influence of one man - Michelangelo Antonioni. Known for his 1960s classics such as L'Avventura and Blow-up, Antonioni was the driving force behind the project. His work served as a guiding light for the next generation of filmmakers, including Wong Kar-wai.
Wong Kar-wai, who joined the project as a fan of Antonioni's work, expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to work with his idol. He considered Antonioni to be the guiding light for him and filmmakers of his generation. The Hong Kong director felt deeply honoured to be involved in the project.
Steven Soderbergh, on the other hand, was reportedly drawn by the prestige of being associated with Antonioni. He expressed a desire to be on a poster alongside the Italian legend.
The directors' motivations for participating in the project were varied, but they all shared a common goal - to pay homage to Antonioni and showcase his influence on contemporary filmmakers. Through this collaboration, they aimed to explore themes of eroticism, connecting East and West cinematic sensibilities.
Wong Kar-wai's segment in the anthology film showcased his signature style of understated sensuality and emotional complexity. The project marked a significant milestone in the careers of all three directors, cementing their positions as trailblazers in the world of cinema.
References:
[1] "Eros (2004) - IMDb" https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0363664/ [2] "Wong Kar-wai" https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005264/
The diverse group of directors, led by Michelangelo Antonioni, demonstrated their admiration for the Italian master by collaborating on the anthology film "Eros." Antonioni's impact on contemporary filmmakers was evident in Wong Kar-wai's segment, which showcased their shared focus on arts, culture, entertainment, movies-and-tv, and the blend of East and West sensibilities.
