The read
It runs a compact 44m.
Synopsis
Main Characters/Performers: 1. Xiao Mei - first appearing as new star dancer in lavish Peony Pavilion brothel, Mei is believed to be the blind daughter of a rebel group's recently assassinated leader- played by Zhang Ziyi . 2. Jin - police captain in the ruling Tang emperor's service, enlisted by his superior Leo to play the role of double agent by helping Mei escape and getting her to lead him - and government troops - to the rebel stronghold - played by Takeshi Kaneshiro. 3. Leo - introduced as a high ranking policeman in the Tang emperor's service, Leo turns out to a mole planted years earlier by the rebels working to overthrow the corrupt ruling Tang government - played by Andy Lau.
Ratings
IMDb6.9/10
6 audience votes
Key crew
- Zhang YimouWriter
- Wang BinWriter
- Stanley J. OrzelDirector
Cast
- Zhang YimouSelf
Themes
behind the scenesfilmmakingmaking of