
The Assassin
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Set in 9th century China, this visually stunning film follows the journey of a highly skilled female assassin, Nie Yinniang, who is tasked with eliminating corrupt officials. As she grapples with her mission, she faces a moral dilemma when her target turns out to be a man she once loved. Directed by Hsiao-Hsien Hou, the film is celebrated for its breathtaking cinematography and won the Best Director award at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival. Starring Shu Qi in the lead role, the movie is a masterful blend of martial arts and introspective drama. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 45min
Views:1719
Release:2015
Release Date:2015-08-27
Director:Hsiao-Hsien Hou
Actors:Chang Chen, Ethan Juan, Ni Dahong, Nikki Hsieh, Satoshi Tsumabuki, Sheu Fang-Yi, Shih Chun, Shu Qi, Xu Fan, Zuo Xiaoqing
Awards:Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award, 36 wins & 75 nominations total
Budget:$15,000,000
Worldwide Gross:$11,991,669
TMDB:6.4
Rotten Tomatoes:80%
FilmAffinity:5.5
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