Romancing in Thin Air (2012): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Romancing in Thin Air is a 2012 romantic drama directed by Johnnie To, starring Louis Koo as Michael, Gao Yuanyuan and Wang Baoqiang. It runs 1 hour 51 minutes and earned $1.4 million worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 51m (111 min)
- Director
- Johnnie To
- Original language
- Cantonese
- Studio
- Milkyway Image
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Romancing in Thin Air About?
The premise of Romancing in Thin Air without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After his new bride abandons him at their wedding reception, a despondent actor retreats to a remote mountain retreat. There he encounters a widowed fan who has long admired his work. Their shared solitude blossoms into an unexpected romance, offering both a chance at healing and a new beginning amid the alpine landscape.
Romancing in Thin Air Cast & Characters
Louis Koo leads the cast as Michael, with Gao Yuanyuan as Ding Yuanyuan and Wang Baoqiang as Zhang Xing. Directed by Johnnie To; 14 actors are credited in all.
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Director Johnnie To
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Louis Koo as Michael - Gao Yuanyuan as Ding Yuanyuan
- Wang Baoqiang as Zhang Xing
- Sammi Cheng Sau-Man as Sue
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More from Johnnie To
More films directed by Johnnie To, best-rated first: Drug War, Vengeance, Triad Election and Office.
Romancing in Thin Air Plot Summary
What happens in Romancing in Thin Air from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
During an onstage moment after receiving an acting award, Hong Kong screen god Michael Lau Louis Koo proposes to his mainland co-star, Ding Yuanyuan Gao Yuanyuan. At the paparazzi-packed wedding reception, the bride runs away with her first love, coal miner Zhang Xing Wang Baoqiang.
Full summary
The whole story of Romancing in Thin Air, scene by scene
Romancing in Thin Air Box Office
Romancing in Thin Air grossed $1.4 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$1.4M
- International
- $1.4M
Romancing in Thin Air Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Romancing in Thin Air.
How Well Do You Know Romancing in Thin Air?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which actor portrays the Hong Kong screen star Michael Lau?
Romancing in Thin Air Also Known As
7 alternative titles, including “High Altitude of Love II” and “高海拔之戀II”.
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- High Altitude of Love II
- 高海拔之戀II
- 高海拔之恋2
- 高海拔之恋Ⅱ
- 고해발지련 2
- Romancing in the Air
- Truyện Tình Trên Non Cao
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Romancing in Thin Air FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Romancing in Thin Air, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Romancing in Thin Air?
Romancing in Thin Air runs 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).
When was Romancing in Thin Air released?
Romancing in Thin Air was released on February 9, 2012.
Who directed Romancing in Thin Air?
Romancing in Thin Air was directed by Johnnie To.
More films by Johnnie To Who is in the cast of Romancing in Thin Air?
Romancing in Thin Air stars Louis Koo as Michael, Gao Yuanyuan as Ding Yuanyuan and Wang Baoqiang as Zhang Xing, among 14 credited actors.
How much did Romancing in Thin Air make at the box office?
Romancing in Thin Air grossed $1.4 million worldwide.
Does Romancing in Thin Air have a post-credit scene?
No. Romancing in Thin Air has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Romancing in Thin Air in?
The original language of Romancing in Thin Air is Cantonese.
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