7/10
2004-05-19 PG-13 House of Flying Daggers

House of Flying Daggers

Release Date: 2004-05-19

Rating: 7.3 / 10

Runtime: 119 mins

In 9th century China, a corrupt government wages war against a rebel army called the Flying Daggers. A romantic warrior breaks a beautiful rebel out of prison to help her rejoin her fellows, but things are not what they seem.


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Cast and Crew Members

Cast

Guo Jun
Guo Jun
Zhang Shu
Zhang Shu
Wang Jiusheng
Wang Jiusheng
Zhang Zhengyong
Zhang Zhengyong
Yongxin Wang
Yongxin Wang

Crew Members

Zhang Yimou
Zhang Yimou Director
Chang Xiaoyang
Chang Xiaoyang Assistant Director
Bin Wang
Bin Wang Writer

Awards and Nominations

Oscar - CINEMATOGRAPHY

Year: 2005
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Golden Globe - Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language

Year: 2005
Status: 🎭 Nominated

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    Rating: 7/10

    "Though the story isn't really very strong here the combination of beautiful visual effects and precision martial arts makes for an enjoyable depiction of Chinese mystical intrigue. "Mei" (Ziyi Zhang) is a mute dancer who attracts the attention of police captain "Jin" (Takeshi Kaneshiro) after she is very nearly raped at the "Peony Palace". She is also arrested but he helps her escape and into the dense forest they head, pursued by the police and fearful of the eponymous freedom fighters who are rumoured to dwell deep amongst the tall bamboo. Of course, as they travel they begin to fall in love but he's not quite ready for the surprise she delivers nor for his response as he must make a choice between his heart and his loyalty. Meantime, there's the jealous "Leo" (Andy Lau) on the scene who is determined to see his love stays with him or nobody! It's the stylish and vibrant look of this adventure that helps it stand out. The perfect choreography of the dances and the combat scenes couples well with some impressive imagery that tests and provokes just about all of our senses as the mystery unravels as easily as the folds in her intricately woven gown. I was slightly disappointed by the denouement which I think might be testament to the performances from the two travellers who managed to ensure I cared what happened to them as they twisted and twirled their way through the imaginatively photographed trees. It certainly benefits from a big screen and from it's big audio, too."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the runtime of the House of Flying Daggers ?

The movie is approximately 119 minutes long.

What is the House of Flying Daggers's release date?

2004-05-19 marks the official release date of the movie.

What genre is the House of Flying Daggers?

The movie belongs to the Adventure Drama Action genres, offering a variety of experiences from adventure to fantasy.

Who are the main actors in the House of Flying Daggers?

The lead actors include Takeshi Kaneshiro , Andy Lau Tak-Wah , and Zhang Ziyi , among others.

Who directed House of Flying Daggers?

The movie was directed by Zhang Yimou Chang Xiaoyang

What is the House of Flying Daggers's budget?

The movie had an estimated budget of $15,000,000 .

How much did House of Flying Daggers movie earn at the box office?

A Cinderella Story grossed an estimated $92,863,945 at the box office.

What are some production companies behind the House of Flying Daggers movie?

Major production companies include Beijing New Picture Film Co. Ltd. China Film Co-Production Corp. Elite Group Enterprises Zhang Yimou Studio Focus Features Sony Pictures Classics Edko Films Animal Logic .

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