Ashes of Time 1994
“Fear of rejection leads to a life of exile”
What is Ashes of Time?
Ashes of Time is a film first released in 1994. Catalogued under Drama, Action.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1994
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 17, 1994
- Studios
- Block 2 Pictures, Scholar Films Company, Beijing Film Studio
- Genres
- Drama, Action
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Overview
Ashes of Time is a film first released in 1994. Catalogued under Drama, Action. Produced and broadcast by Block 2 Pictures, Scholar Films Company, Beijing Film Studio. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A cynical matchmaker of swordsmen weaves tales of love and revenge in a barren desert.”
- Atmospheric desert setting
- Intricate character‑driven storytelling
- Competed for the Golden Lion at Venice
- The poetic style may feel abstract for viewers seeking straightforward action
Watch it if you appreciate mood‑driven dramas that explore love and vengeance.
Suitable for mature audiences comfortable with contemplative, romance‑laden storytelling.
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What is the primary setting of the film?
The story takes place in a desert where Ouyang Feng lives in exile.
Who is the central character?
Ouyang Feng, a heartbroken and cynical man, is the film’s protagonist.
How does the film relate to literature?
It serves as a backstory for characters from Jin Yong’s novel The Legend of the Condor Heroes.
Did the film receive any festival recognition?
It was selected in September 1994 to compete for the Golden Lion at the 51st Venice International Film Festival.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Hong Kong auteur Wong Kar‑wai.
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