Starring Chow Yung Fat, Michelle Yeoh, Ziyi Zhang
In the midst of, what I assume is ancient China (or at least 17th Century), two warriors trained in highly mystical arts are in pursuit of a renegade criminal. To confuse matters however, a special sword owned by one of the warriors is stolen - and the mystery deepens to discover who has it and why.
Despite all the perception of it contain martial arts, this is not an action film. In fact I'll bet a number of those expecting a lad's night out will be sorely disappointed.
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon isn't to be dismissed. Ang Lee has made sure the scenery is easy on the eye, while the plot isn't too complex. The overall effect is a beautiful film - almost like a dream. It's very rare I can say that about a film.
The set pieces are gorgeous, the actors swan about through the air, the fight scenes are a joy. Every once in a while the West need to experience a film they can appreciate from outside their blockbuster comfort zone. This looks like it.
5/5
If you like this you should try
Mulan (1998) 5/5
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