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Suzhou River

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2000 | 83 min | Drama, Romance

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (90% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
A natural pick for romantics and anyone who loves a strong drama. One to watch when you can give it your full attention. More of a critics' pick than a crowd-pleaser: worth it if you like something a little different.
The mood
Warm and romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 23 min. Done before bedtime.
What might put you off
  • It's in Chinese, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
  • Not the one if you want explosions or easy laughs.

After getting out of prison, small-time crook Mardar stumbles upon a woman who looks exactly like his long-lost lover, who he attempted to kidnap 3 years ago.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    90% on Rotten Tomatoes, 76 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesSolid

    Our audience score: 64%

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $18K worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 27K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Lou Ye

  • Zhou XunMeimei / Moudan
  • Jia HongshengMardar
  • Nai AnXiao Hong
  • Yao AnlianBoss
  • Hua ZhongkaiLao B.