Updated June 26, 2020 |
Infoplease Staff
| Director: | Chen Kaige |
| Writers: | Wang Peigong and Chen Kaige |
| Sony Pictures Classics; R; 161 minutes | |
| Release: | 1/00 |
| Cast: | Gong Li, Zhang Fengyi, Li Xuejian |
The Emperor and the Assassin is a broad historical drama about China's first emperor, Ying Zheng (Li Xuejian), a man who united the nation through epic intimidation, bloodshed, and betrayal. Director Chen Kaige's other monumental outings (Yellow Earth, Farewell My Concubine) appeared more personal, although this is a well-realized tale with considerable weight. Star Gong Li gives a standout performance as Lady Zhao, the Emperor's lover and only trustworthy friend, whom he eventually betrays.
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