The World of Suzie Wong

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A prim young Chinese woman on the Kowloon ferry accuses a middle-aged American of stealing her purse--thus begins a culture-clash romance. Seeking to escape his stifled life, Robert (William Holden, Stalag 17, Sunset Boulevard) has come to Hong Kong to become an artist. He rediscovers the girl from the ferry and learns she is not what she seemed; she's a prostitute named Suzie Wong (Nancy Kwan, Flower Drum Song). Though Robert resists her charms, she becomes his model, and their relationship grows surprisingly complex. While The World of Suzie Wong can be patronizing and has some dubious interpretations of Chinese manners and mores, it's also sophisticated (in a censored sort of way) about love, sex, and social pressure. A viewer may scoff at the child-like hookers, yet find the movie accumulates an unexpected emotional force, particularly through its exploration of how the characters maintain their illusions. --Bret Fetzer

Customer Reviews:

The World of Susie Wong.......2007-08-07

This is a very good film, the stars are good William Holden, Nancy Kwan,
This is avery good look a Japan in its early days, as to where the houses on the side of the cliffs.
Also the story is a very good one

A great love story filmed in one of the greatest cities!.......2007-06-26

If you have been to, or lived on, Hong Kong this movie is a must see. The Star Ferry as it was, the vibrancy of a city that never stops. William Holden in one of his best roles and Nancy Kwan make a terrific couple for a love story that is poignant and rich with character. Love knows no cultural or class boundaries and this film proves that point. I will watch it any time and highly recommend it. You'll enjoy it.

Beautiful Love Story.......2007-02-06

A tale of forbidden love. William Holden journeys to Hong Kong to explore his talent as an artist. On the ferry from Kowloon to Hong Kong, he meets the stunningly beautiful Mei-Li(Nancy Kwan), posing as the daughter of a very rich and powerful father. In reality she is an extremely vulnerable prostitute named Suzie Wong. Mr. Holden's character soon falls deeply in love with her. Posing as his model, they establish what becomes one of the most romantic screen romances ever. But falling in love with a Chinese woman or man, in British occupied Hong Kong was greatly frowned upon. Especially a prostitute. A very good portrayal of the exploitative flesh market, that continues throughout Asia to this day. A film for mature audiences that was well ahead of its time.

A true to Life story.......2006-11-10

A very good true to life story. It is a worthy movie that depicts the everyday life of love, opportunities and adventure in busy and crowded Hong Kong. The story line is good reflecting the everyday life in Hong Kong, even to this day.

One of the best.......2006-11-05

This classic was a wondeful movie that everyone should enjoy. William Holden was absolutely fantastic. The love storey also showed another side of the world with real life problems that many people experience. I would recommend this movie to anyone. It was so entertaining you will not want to miss one second.

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