elision10 I can well understand Chinese not liking the film, with its picture of Chinese women as little sexual dolls, and the racial superiority of the white HK establishment. But that was the world as it was then. For me it evokes globes where the world is 1/4 red for the British Empire and HK stamps graced by a young and newly crowned Queen Elizabeth. I love its photography of Hong Kong c. 1960. The love story is somewhat contrived and the Suzie character not entirely believable. But the plot moves swiftly along and William Holden is usually fun to watch, and only slightly ridiculous. It's not surprising American males with fond memories of their R&R in the Pacific liked the story; I'm not sure if their wives felt the same way. But I think those that are oh-so-offended have decided they want to be offended, just because a place and a time and a people do not happen to reflect the values they hold most dear.

Amy Adler Robert (William Holden) was a success in the business world but found it unfulfilling. Thus, he made what could be called a major life change! Moving to Hong Kong so he can devote himself to his real goal, making it as an oil painter, he can only afford to rent digs in a cheap hotel. All too soon he discovers that the native call girls of the city meet their American or European beaux in the same place! One absolutely lovely gal is Suzie Wong (Nancy Kwan) who catches Robert's eye and visa versa. But, since Robert is comparatively poor at the moment and Suzie must make ends meet for herself and her family, the situation becomes rather sticky. A romance between the two is out, so a friendship develops. However, the more time they spend with one another, the more their hearts become entwined. Soon, Robert doesn't want Suzie to see any other men but him yet, if she doesn't, she will fall on hard times. Even then, when Robert does take Suzie out to a restaurant, the native wait staff and other "high society" Caucasians make fun of the two together, for they know what her profession is. Will love still triumph? The powers that be in sixties television must have gotten this film cheaply, for it was on quite a bit of the time. As such, my sisters and I really adored the movie, having seen Kwan in Flower Drum Song and admiring her beauty. Because the call girl angle is truly subtle, it took awhile for us to really understand the big picture. We saw it more as a romance between two people from different worlds, which it also is. As the two principals, Holden and Kwan make for a great couple while the scenery, costumes, and photography from Hong Kong are also a treat. Meanwhile, the script displays a touching tale of socially forbidden love while the direction sensitively deals with a rather difficult subject. Therefore, if you see the late, late show is featuring this flick, don't miss out. Even 50 years later, it is still a romantic and entertaining view.

austin-ddtx The waitress is not honest. I ordered one food and she gave me another one, but told me this is the right one. This restaurant may overcharged you as well.The boss's wife may charge tips in a mandatory way.The food is so tough that you cannot eat it.It's spice food. No matter you like it or not, they will force you to eat.The restroom is very dirty.The waitress is not honest. I ordered one food and she gave me another one, but told me this is the right one. This restaurant may overcharged you as well.The boss's wife may charge tips in a mandatory way.The food is so tough that you cannot eat it.It's spice food. No matter you like it or not, they will force you to eat.The restroom is very dirty.

duane-44 I read some of the comments with dismay. This is an amazing movie in many respects. It is not meant to be steamy. The point is to show the straightforward and powerful interplay and juxtaposition of love, morality, situational ethics and plain old-fashioned fate and tragedy.There are amazing characters in this movie, acting that is rarely equaled by today's performers.An innocence of story and character and setting is captured here that is worthy of the label "Classic." Holden is only "strolling" through this roll because it is that kind of roll. He is that kind of actor. Jimmy Stewart with a bit more grit.Nancy Kwan is inspired and a truly lovely and under appreciated classic beauty.Her performance brings across a range of emotion that is rarely seen- perhaps lately in some of the more popular Chinese and Indian Films.Iif this movie doesn't touch your heart and stir your mind to question its priorities, then you may not have one!