Suzhou River (2000)

Plot

Upon his release from prison, petty criminal Mardar encounters a woman who bears an uncanny resemblance to his former lover, whom he had tried to abduct three years prior. This unexpected meeting sparks a whirlwind of memories and emotions, forcing Mardar to confront his past choices and the lingering shadows of his previous life. As he navigates through this surprising connection, he grapples with the implications of his actions and the haunting memories that resurface, leading him on a complex journey of redemption and longing.