Though I didn’t discover his filmmaking until recently, I can confidently say Wong Kar-wai is one of my favorite filmmakers. I’ll never forget the first time I saw Happy Together, Fallen Angels, and Chungking Express; three films that have inspired me in a way very few artistic mediums have.

If you’re unfamiliar with Wong Kar-wai’s work, I urge you to view these three films and his other sevens films. Stylistically, Wong Kar-wai utilizes nonlinear stories, atmospheric music, and striking cinematography, including intense, soaked coloration. 

Happy birthday Wong Kar-wai. I can only dream of making a film a fraction of how great yours are.