Director: King Hu
Script: King Hu, Pu Songling
Cinematographer: Henry Chan
Music: Ng Tai-kong
Cast: Hsu Feng, Sun Yueh, Shi Chun
Production: King Hu Films
Distribution:
Splendor films
11 rue Pascal
75005 Paris
06 30 20 54 71
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www.splendor-films.com
Year: 1978
DCP, Colour, 120 min, OV cantonese SUBFR
In China, during the Ming dynasty in the 15th century, the head of San Pao temple, one among the most renowned monasteries in the country, decides to choose his successor. He calls notables to advise him, among who are Weng, a wealthy donor, Governor Wang, head of local army, and Master Wu Wai, a wise theologian. Lord Weng and General Wang sheer plan is to steal the Mayana Sutra priceless manuscript. "White Vixen", a professional thief, and her page "Gold Lock" have come with Lord Wen. Lieutenant Chang serves General Wang. The arrival of Chiu Ming, a criminal who bargained for his condemnation by becoming a monk, disturbs the fake peaceful atmosphere of the monastery. The celebration of the great ceremony for the succession has come…
We can only succumb to the charm and formal beauty of this film, with its landscapes, colours, costumes, light, acrobatics, and choreography of martial arts.
