not sure it hits the mark it was aiming for...
but a nice, little pre-mumblecore taste of what was to come

Would you date an ex-con coworker?
...is the question that defines your opinion of this film.

A breathtaking visual experience.
The rhythm of the shots tell the story more completely than the actual story does. Fascinating cinematography.
I found myself engaged in the first tale and disengaged during the second, but it was enjoyable nonetheless.
Easy to understand why people ride so hard for Wong Kar-wai.