It's just that I love Kar Wai's films and sometimes mechanically I put them on, watch them. because afterwards they somehow make me feel better. He is one of the few directors who knows how to be silent in a film. who speaks only the truth. about me.
'2046' is no longer a masterpiece after Love Mood. After 'In the Mood for Love' Kar Wai can afford to make a sequel, to be silent, to drag out the film.
In '2046' there are clocks, tears on the cheeks, light bulbs, cigarette smoke and women's shoes again. now only neon.
In this movie Kar Wai again gives hints in passing. for me there are two:
- 'That was my happiest summer. And the shortest...'
- 'When the peony blooms, it stretches upwards. And then it disappears without giving an answer.
That's what he makes his films about. He reminds us of our own happiness, however short. He makes us tolerant of the very fact that happiness is short-lived. He gives us answers. After '2046' you will involuntarily think of your secret, of those you loved, of those who loved you.
My favorite episode in '2046' is the letter from the Japanese man. just a quote:
'Let's see you again. And if you're sure we should break up, tell me honestly. Six years ago a rainbow passed through my soul. It's still there, like a flame burning inside me. What are your feelings for me? Are they like rainbows after rain? Or did the rainbow go out long ago? Write to me. I await your answer. I'm looking forward to it.