Rating: Not Rated
Movie Release Date: September 14, 2006 (Hong Kong)
DVD Release Date: February 26, 2008
Plot 411: The emperor's death leads to a battle for the throne between his brother, his widow and his son.
Movie Release Date: September 14, 2006 (Hong Kong)
DVD Release Date: February 26, 2008
Plot 411: The emperor's death leads to a battle for the throne between his brother, his widow and his son.
Review: Like many Chinese films, this one was exceptionally beautiful to watch. Everything unfolded before the audience - from the lush wardrobe worn by the court to the dance-like choreography of fight scenes. Slow motion cinematography and crane-mounted camera shots crafted wonderful vantage points to look upon the action. The emperor's death causes a stir because there is a struggle for power between the crown prince, the emperess (Zhang Ziyi) and the emperor's brother. In addition to corruption within the court and betrayal by those thought to be loyal, a tangled love triangle is revealed. This is the twisted story of how power corrupts and can kill despite the strong ties of love.
Watch It: For a good Chinese period piece with flourishes of drama, romance and martial arts.
Skip It: If Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and other films aren't your style.
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