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Lust, Caution

Directed by Ang Lee · 2007 ·

Short answer

Is Lust, Caution worth watching?

Yes. Lust, Caution (2007) earns a 73% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (80%) responded more warmly than critics (72%). See the 4 inputs.

73%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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72% Editorial Rating
80% Audience snapshot · excluded
73 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.6
7.5 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 38m
Age rating
NC-17 (US) · 18 (UK) · R 18+ (Australia) · 19 (South Korea) · R15+ (Japan)
Cast
Tony Leung Chiu-wai , Tang Wei , Joan Chen , Leehom Wang , Tou Tsung-hua , Jacqueline Zhu , Ven Kao , Lawrence Ko , Johnson Yuen Tak-Cheung , Chin Ka-Lok
Country
China
Language
Mandarin

Also known as 色‧戒 Deseo, peligro Gefahr und Begierde Desejo e Perigo ラスト、コーション 색, 계 Dikkat Şehvet Lussuria - Seduzione e tradimento

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Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Netflix, Wavve, TVING in South Korea. Check local listings for your region.

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Where to watch Lust, Caution by country

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Japan Hulu, U-NEXT
South Korea Netflix, Wavve, TVING

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (72/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (80%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (73/100).
  • Celluloid Score 73% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience

Not ideal for

  • Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films

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Is Lust, Caution worth watching?

Yes — Lust, Caution earns a 73% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.

Celluloid verdict

Lust, Caution — Venice 2007 selection. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

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Audiences (80%) responded more warmly than critics (72%).

What is Lust, Caution about?

During World War II, a secret agent must seduce, then assassinate an official who works for the Japanese puppet government in Shanghai. Her mission becomes clouded when she finds herself falling in love with the man she is assigned to kill.

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Lust, Caution: frequently asked questions

Is Lust, Caution worth watching?

Yes. Lust, Caution (2007) has a Celluloid Score of 73%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

Where can I watch Lust, Caution?

In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix, Wavve, TVING in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is Lust, Caution?

Lust, Caution runs 2 hours 38 minutes (158 minutes).

What is Lust, Caution rated?

Lust, Caution is rated NC-17 in the United States, 18 in the UK, R 18+ in Australia, 19 in South Korea and R15+ in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in Lust, Caution?

Lust, Caution is directed by Ang Lee and stars Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Tang Wei, Joan Chen, Leehom Wang, Tou Tsung-hua.

What is the Metascore for Lust, Caution?

Metacritic's Metascore for Lust, Caution is 73 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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