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Three Starring Joan Chen

Throughout her multifaceted career, Joan Chen has continually proven herself a master of her craft, effortlessly spanning cultures and bridging worlds. First discovered in her teens in China during the seventies, she broke through to international audiences with her performance in Bernardo Bertolucci’s epic Oscar winner The Last Emperor . In parallel to her directing career, Chen has continued acting tirelessly in English- and Chinese-language roles in both independent and studio projects—from the beloved lesbian romantic comedy Saving Face to Jia Zhangke’s audacious fiction-documentary hybrid 24 City —employing her mesmerizing presence to unforgettable effect no matter the context.

3 films — 1 on the Channel, 2 unavailable