"The Assassin" is a visually stunning martial arts film set in the Tang Dynasty, centered on a highly skilled female assassin who starts to question her loyalties when she falls in love with one of her intended victims. The film combines poetic storytelling with exquisite cinematography to explore themes of love, duty, and identity.
Trivia:
1. The director, Hou Hsiao-Hsien, spent several years meticulously researching Tang Dynasty art and culture to authentically portray the period's aesthetics.
2. The film was shot almost entirely on location in remote natural settings in China, using natural lighting to enhance its atmospheric and painterly visuals.
3. Lead actress Shu Qi performed most of her own stunts, contributing to the film's realistic and immersive fight sequences.
Main Cast of The Assassin
Shu Qi
Chang Chen
Crew of The Assassin
Full backstage crew list →- Released August 27, 2015