StudioCanal The Assassin

Zavvi $32.99 Go to Zavvi First seen in May 2024
Description
9th century China. A 10-year-old general's daughter Nie Yinniang (Shu Qi, Chinese Zodiac, Legend of the Fist) is abducted by a nun who initiates her in the martial arts; transforming her into an exceptional assassin charged with eliminating cruel and corrupt local governors.One day, having failed in a task, she is sent back by her mistress to the land of her birth, with orders to kill the man to whom she was promised - a cousin who now leads the largest military region in North China.From the critically acclaimed director Hou Hsiao-Hsien (Flight of the Red Balloon) comes an exquisite and captivating tale of love, death and the importance of honour.Extras:Behind the Scenes: Nie Yinniang | The Actors: No Rehearsals | The Fights Between Masters | A Time Machine to the Tang Dynasty
You may also like
Discover more
We may earn a commission when you use our links to visit a store and make a purchase. We use cookies to enhance your experience with us. Read more. OK