Three Times

(2005)Directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien130 minRomance, Drama

In three separate segments, set respectively in 1966, 1911, and 2005, three love stories unfold between three sets of characters, under three different periods of Taiwanese history and governance.

Shu Qias May / Courtesan / Jing
Chang Chenas Chen / Mr. Chang / Zhen
Liao Su-jenas Hostess / Madam / Jing's Mother
Mei Dias May's Mother / Madam / Aunt
Chen Shi-Zhengas Haruko / Ah Mei / Blue
Lee Pei-Hsuanas Yue / Mickey
Mei Fangas Old Woman
Wang Chih-cheng