Wayne Wang (Snow Flower and the Secret Fan) - Interview

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Wayne Wang – Snow Flower and the Secret Fan Interview

Wayne Wang knew he had a challenge on his hands when he decided to direct Snow Flower and the Secret Fan. The film is based on the very popular best-selling novel of the same name and was a number one choice with book clubs in North America. Set in 19th century China, the story centers on the lifelong friendship between two girls who develop their own secret code as a way to contend with the rigid cultural norms imposed on women.

Tribute spoke with Wayne in Los Angeles about adapting the novel for the big screen and what caught his eye about this story.