Although there are few specifics about the shooting locations, early reviews confirm that Route 66 plays a fairly prominent role in the new film by Chinese director Wong Kar Wai, “My Blueberry Nights,” which premieres at the Cannes Film Festival next week.
Emmanuel Levy is the first to submit a review to Rotten Tomatoes, and has this to say:
Shot across the United States in New York, Memphis, Nevada and along the legendary Route 66, the film is an intimate tale of love and self-discovery that features Wong’s trademark visual flair and colourful characters.
Also, Rope of Silicon reports:
Norah Jones plays a sensual, alluring young woman who sets out on an unforgettable journey of discovery in pursuit of true love. In heartbreakingly beautiful locations and classic Route 66 atmospheric diners, Wong Kar Wai’s captivating heroine encounters a series of enigmatic characters that help her on her quest.
Set against New York’s magical cityscape and the stunning vistas of America’s legendary Route 66, the celebrated director’s first English language picture embraces his signature elegance and originality that made “Happy Together,” “In the Mood for Love” and “2046” must-see movies all around the world.
It sounds promising.
UPDATE 5/18/07: The Tomatometer for the film stands at a very solid 80 percent, albeit with a small sampling of critics. Expect the number of reviews to go up after the premiere at Cannes on Wednesday.
The international trailer can be seen here via Access Hollywood.
A bunch of still photos from the film are here, via Rope of Silocon.