Quotessence
Home / Quotes / Quote by Ang Lee

Quote by Ang Lee

“I like to go back to Chinese film-making from time to time. I don't think I can make Chinese films back to back; it's such a big effort. I'd have to take a very long break.”

Quote by Ang Lee

Author

Ang Lee
Ang Lee

Ang Lee, born on October 23, 1954, is a renowned international film director from Taiwan. Known for his unique artistic style and profound exploration of human nature, his films often depict complex and diverse aspects of humanity. His notable works include 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon', 'Brokeback Mountain', and 'Life of Pi'. more

You May Also Like

“Making this movie as a period piece about a period that was very recent in people's minds. I was in Taiwan [during the 1970s], so I hope I did all right. Otherwise, it could be the biggest embarrassment of my life. Also, the story is not linear, it's patchy, like a cubist painting, and there is always the possibility it will not hold together, it will fall apart. The tone is part satire, part serious drama, part tragedy, all mixed together, and it has to hit an emotional core. That's also very scary.”

“[Marla, Shar and I] all have had very public breakups, so I think people know they can relate with us in one way or another. And this is one of the few reality shows where they didn't have the cameras right in people's faces. Like when we were sitting around the table talking with the divorced people, the cameras were way back. And we just listened. Sometimes people just need an ear.”