Classic "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" Returns to the Screen with Warmth: Ang Lee and Zhang Ziyi Embrace 25 Years Later

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the classic film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," director Ang Lee and lead actress Zhang Ziyi attended the special re-screening event by Gold House in Los Angeles. After the event concluded, Ang Lee shared a rare and heartfelt embrace with Zhang Ziyi, fulfilling her wish that had been 25 years in the making.

The Iconic Film Garnered Numerous Awards
In 2000, Ang Lee directed "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," starring Chow Yun-Fat, Michelle Yeoh, Zhang Ziyi, and Chang Chen, which became a masterpiece in the film industry. The film not only won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film at the 73rd Academy Awards but also received the Best Narrative Feature Award at the 37th Golden Horse Awards. To this day, it remains a milestone in Chinese cinema.

A Warm Embrace 25 Years Later
After the discussion session of the re-screening event concluded, Ang Lee and Zhang Ziyi embraced each other for the first time, deeply moving the audience present. Zhang Ziyi revealed that during the filming of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," she had longed for a reassuring hug from the director many times but never received one. Now, 25 years later, this long-awaited embrace symbolizes affirmation for Zhang Ziyi and witnesses her transformation from a rookie actress to an international film queen.

Fans Look Forward to Future Collaborations
This warm moment not only evoked memories of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" among fans but also fueled anticipation for future collaborations between Ang Lee and Zhang Ziyi. Whether it is the deep friendship between the director and actress or the reappearance of a classic film, it brings new expectations and emotions to the film industry.