Beautiful 2016

This edition of the Beautiful series was commissioned for the Hong Kong International Film Festival. It invites celebrated directors from Asia to interpret beauty in their unique styles. Among the directors featured are Jia Zhangke, known for A Touch of Sin, Stanley Kwan, recognized for Rouge, Alec Su, and Hideo Nakata, who directed Ringu.

The film follows Beautiful 2012 and continues the series' exploration of beauty through different cultural lenses. With a cast that includes Kyōko Kagawa, Suzuka Ohgo, and Cecilia Yip Tung, this installment offers a multifaceted look at beauty, reflecting diverse perspectives and artistic visions. Collectors of international cinema will find this film noteworthy for its thematic depth and its place within the ongoing Beautiful series.