Synopsis
In the middle of the 17th century, the Manchus conquered China and founded the Ching dynasty. Due to widespread uprisings against the new rulers, the study and practice of traditional martial arts is forbidden and punishable by death. The unscrupulous leader of a troop of mercenaries takes advantage of this situation to make a fortune with the bounty on his head.
Facts
Based on
Qijian Xia Tianshan
Awards
Sitges Film Festival Best cinematography
Setting
Qing dynasty
Production
Fortissimo Films, Film Workshop
Original language
Cantonese
Trailer
Stills
Festival History
- Hong Kong Film Awards 2006 generic
- Golden Horse Film Festival 2005 generic
- Toronto International Film Festival 2005 generic
- Venice Film Festival 2005 generic
