In Episode 97 of the Crooked Table Podcast, Robert Yaniz Jr. brings Kerri Jones onto the show to discuss Wong Kar-wai’s acclaimed 2013 action drama The Grandmaster.

Based on the life legendary martial arts master Ip Man, the film stars Tony Leung as the man who would ultimately change the course of history by training a young Bruce Lee. The Grandmaster explores the events that led Ip Man to this destiny as well as his complicated relationship with Gong Er (Zhang Ziyi of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon fame).

Brimming with sumptuous visuals and heartbreaking themes, The Grandmaster is indicative of Wong Kar-wai’s filmography as whole. This week’s guest has particularly been interested in discussing her love for his work, and this selection certainly serves as a good starting point for both Rob and listeners who have a severe lack of Wong Kar-wai in their lives.

Listen in as we dissect his most recent film. Along the way, we’ll touch on how Wong Kar-wai’s work — especially 2000’s In the Mood for Love — has affected our guest and explore the ties that bind Wong Kar-wai to recent Oscar winner Barry Jenkins (Moonlight). So find some time to sit back, relax and wade into the complex cinematic tapestry that is the hallmark of director Wong Kar-wai.