The second (and far stronger) story centers around two people and their interaction at a fast food counter in the Kwaloon section of Hong Kong. The story ends on a high note that shows us that a simple act of kindness can bring the most unreceptive people to appreciate the beauty hidden in life. The two main characters in this half of the film, a police officer played dolefully by Takeshi Kaneshiro, and a heroin smuggler played icily by Bridgitte Lin, interact for only ten percent of the story, but their meeting leaves them both with memories that will last life time. Love comes and brings us light and joy, but it also goes and leaves us feeling empty and needing fulfillment. The first story is mainly about the sadder side of love. Is it possible that the next person you fall in love with could be a notorious heroin smuggler or the counter girl at the express luncheonette counter? Wong Kar-Wai, the writer/director of Chungking Express seems to think so. Within the course of 24 hours we can influence someone's life (for better or worse) so deeply that they will never forget us. Reviewed by CardMastah N/A Express Chungking ExpressĮvery day we interact with people.
