Likely Consequence Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Likely Consequence.
Likely Consequence Ending Explained: Filmed performance of Yang's one-act two-character play which shifts back and forth from comedy to much darker tones as a married couple try to figure out what to do with the body of a man the wife has killed in their kitchen. Directed by Edward Yang, this 1992 drama film stars Chen Shiang-Chyi (Wife (As Chen Zianqi)), alongside Weiming Wang as Husband (As David Wang), Tai-song Chen as Corpse (As Chen Taisong). With a 6.9/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of Likely Consequence?
Filmed performance of Yang's one-act two-character play which shifts back and forth from comedy to much darker tones as a married couple try to figure out what to do with the body of a man the wife has killed in their kitchen.
How Does Chen Shiang-Chyi (Wife (As Chen Zianqi))'s Story End?
- Chen Shiang-Chyi: Chen Shiang-Chyi's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Weiming Wang (Husband (As David Wang)): Weiming Wang's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Tai-song Chen (Corpse (As Chen Taisong)): Tai-song Chen's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Likely Consequence Mean?
Likely Consequence's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Chen Shiang-Chyi may feel rushed. Edward Yang's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.