Filmography › Vivian Wu

All the book-based movies and TV shows featuring Vivian Wu, ranked

Vivian Wu appears in several titles adapted from the pages of books and comic books to the screen, such as Snow Flower and the Secret Fan or Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III.
Here, we offer a ranked list, from best to worst, of 3 movies and TV series based on existing source material where Vivian Wu appears. Revisit old favorites or discover hidden gems, whether books or film productions. We invite you to watch, read, and vote for any title, joining the debate of whether the book or the movie is better.
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan. Poster of the 2011 movie and cover of the 2005 book
VS3
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan
Lisa See, 2005
movie vs book
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan
Wayne Wang, 2011

The story is set in centuries ago, where two ‘sworn sisters’ were separated by their families but kept in touch through a secret language written on the creases of a white silk fan. Now in present-day Shanghai, their descendants are inspired by the past as they strive to preserve their own unbreakable connection amidst the challenges of life. The story unfolds into two tales, separated by generations, but eternal in their portrayal of love, hope, and friendship.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III. Poster of the 1993 movie and cover of the 1984 comic book, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
VS3
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, 1984
movie vs comic book
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III
Stuart Gillard, 1993

In 1603, in feudal Japan, a young man is being chased by four samurai on horseback. In the present, when their closest friend April O’Neil discovers an ancient scepter with magical powers, the turtles must cow-a-bunga their way back to 17th century Japan to rescue her from the evil clutches of Lord Norinaga.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III. Poster of the 1993 movie and cover of the comic book novelization
VS3
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III
Bonnie Bryant Hiller, 1993
movie vs comic book   [NOVELIZATION]
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III
Stuart Gillard, 1993

In 1603, in feudal Japan, a young man is being chased by four samurai on horseback. In the present, when their closest friend April O’Neil discovers an ancient scepter with magical powers, the turtles must cow-a-bunga their way back to 17th century Japan to rescue her from the evil clutches of Lord Norinaga.