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Moments are frozen into memory in a way that overrides context.

Gong Li is magnificent as always.

Antonioni's film is the last of the three here, and is arguably the weakest, which is something of a disappointment because the disciples seem to have overshadowed the leader.

As well as having an eye for the dramatic – such as yards of cloth tumbling from a height or flames licking up a wall – Yimou also has a way of conveying the emotion of a scene with incredible brevity.

This a memorable film, luxurious and intense.

Miami Vice is definitely style over substance.

This reimagining of Mulan is up there with David Lowery's Pete's Dragon in finding something fresh to say with the material by jettisoning the songs and the emphasis on comedy in favour of bringing its more emotional and adventurous themes to the fore.

With its beautiful look and haunting themes and sublime performances, Raise The Red Lantern is Yimou’s master work.

Chen Kaige's films are emotionally strong, visually powerful and politically scalding. Here he uses sex as a razor to open the veins of innocence.