"Suzhou River" is, compared with other recent films from mainland China, unusually allusive and almost defiantly cosmopolitan.

"Suzhou River" offers impeccable attitude and captivating atmosphere, but little emotional or intellectual impact.

On October 30, the Japanese crossed Suzhou River and the Chinese troops were in danger of encirclement.

It is Lou's third film after Weekend Lover and Suzhou River.

Lou, however, did not gain international prominence until his second film, the neo-noir Suzhou River.

Crowds gathered on the southern bank of the Suzhou River in the rain, cheering the defenders on.

Suzhou River and Lunar Eclipse, two contemporary Chinese films that also deal with plots involving the double identities of women.

Mardar chases after her only to see her jump into the Suzhou River, apparently to her death.

The release of Suzhou River in the international film festival circuit announced a major new voice in the sixth generation movement.

In the meantime, Suzhou River is considered clean enough to host annual rowing competitions.