Ang Lee Is To Direct Thriller 'Lust, Caution'

Lust, Caution
Oscar winner Ang Lee is to direct the espionage thriller Lust, Caution, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

Set in World War II-era Shanghai, the Chinese-language film is expected to begin production in the fall. The screenplay will be adapted from Eileen Chang's short story by Lee's "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" screenwriter Wang Hui-Ling. Bill Kong, who produced "Crouching Tiger," is reteaming with Lee to produce, and Schamus will serve as exec producer.