Until Yi Yi , film festivals were the only opportunities for American audiences to watch Yang's films. It's an unfortunate ghetto for a vanguard filmmaker of world cinema. In the Mood for Love find their way to American audiences. Maybe Yi Yi has a chance at theatrical success. Yi Yi arrives in Cincinnati with a cache of worldwide acclaim.
Positive reviews fail to generate the same impact as advertising or a celebrity cast.
In a just world, where a film is judged by its qualities, Yi Yi would enjoy a successful theatrical life. It's astounding that Yang is virtually unknown to American audiences when the praise for his films is deafening and universal. With Yi Yi , Yang finally has the chance to introduce himself fully to American audiences. His arrival is long overdue. The views expressed in these pages do not necessarily represent those of the publishers.