Wong Kar-Wai, born in Shanghai in 1958, is a Hong Kong film director, screenwriter, and producer, considered one of the most influential figures in contemporary cinema. His filmmaking style is distinctive for its non-linear narratives, saturated and atmospheric visual aesthetics—often crafted in collaboration with cinematographer Christopher Doyle—and its evocative use of music. His works explore recurring themes such as memory, loneliness, time, and unexpressed love. After his debut with *As Tears Go By* (1988), he defined his artistic voice with films like *Days of Being Wild* (1990) and achieved international fame with *Chungking Express* (1994). In 1997, he won the Best Director award at the Cannes Film Festival for *Happy Together*. His most acclaimed film is *In the Mood for Love* (2000), an iconic work about melancholy and missed connections, universally recognized as a masterpiece. His filmography also includes *2046* (2004) and the martial arts film *The Grandmaster* (2013).