“The Founding of an Army” is a historical film from China, produced by Han Sanping and directed by Andrew Lau. It serves as the third part of the “Founding of New China” trilogy, following “The Founding of a Republic” (2009) and “The Founding of a Party” (2011). The movie boasts an ensemble cast of prominent Chinese actors. It premiered on July 28, 2017, in commemoration of the 90th anniversary of the establishment of the People’s Liberation Army.