Thanks. And yes, as you stated, it is "deceptively simple." Also, compared to a few other adaptations, it's relatively unconcerned about class differences (it's French, after all). More to come, for sure. 

Paradox, indeed, regarding Hong. I believe his latest is almost entirely set in Paris. 

I don't think any of Li Ying's films are available on DVD. He seems to be a favorite of Berlinale programmers.