Taiwanese actress who became an internationally recognized lead in Hou Hsiao-hsien's films and crossover hits including "The Transporter".
Background
Born in Taipei, Taiwan, Qi Shu began her career as a fashion model in Taipei and Hong Kong before transitioning to film. Early work in Hong Kong cinema gave way to acclaimed leading roles in Taiwan and the mainland.
Career
Hou Hsiao-hsien cast her in “Millennium Mambo” (2001), “Three Times” (2005), and “The Assassin” (2015). She also crossed over to action with Corey Yuen’s “The Transporter” (2002) opposite Jason Statham.
Style
Qi Shu is recognized for emotionally interior performances under Hou Hsiao-hsien’s slow-cinema framing and for sustained stardom across Taiwanese, Hong Kong, and mainland Chinese cinemas.
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