**Chow Yun-Fat** is a celebrated Hong Kong actor, who became an icon of Asian action cinema in the 1980s and 1990s. His collaboration with director John Woo in films such as *A Better Tomorrow* (1986), *The Killer* (1989), and *Hard Boiled* (1992) cemented his reputation.

In these films, he embodied charismatic and often tragic characters: honorable gangsters, stoic policemen, or gunfighters with a distinctive style, characterized by a blend of cool composure, elegance, and profound humanity. His style is defined by a magnetic screen presence, capable of conveying both power and vulnerability.

His fame spread globally with Hollywood roles, culminating in Ang Lee's acclaimed *Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon* (2000), where he showcased his versatility in a more meditative role. He remains an influential figure in the global cinematic landscape.