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The Emperor and the Assassin (1998)

6.919982h 42mZH
HistoryDrama

Directed by Chen Kaige

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

2h 42m

Language

ZH

Release

October 8, 1998

Director

Chen Kaige

Official Trailer

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Overview

In pre-unified China, the King of Qin sends his concubine to a rival kingdom to produce an assassin for a political plot, but as the king's cruelty mounts she finds her loyalty faltering.

Cast

Gong Li

Gong Li

Lady Zhao

Zhang Fengyi

Zhang Fengyi

Jing Ke

Li Xuejian

Li Xuejian

Ying Zheng

Wang Zhiwen

Wang Zhiwen

Marquis Changxin

Sun Zhou

Sun Zhou

Prince Yan Dan

Chen Kaige

Chen Kaige

Lu Buwei

Pan Changjiang

Pan Changjiang

Prison Official

Zhao Benshan

Zhao Benshan

Gao Jianli

Ding Haifeng

Ding Haifeng

Qin Wuyang

Zhou Xun

Zhou Xun

Blind Girl

Lü Xiaohe

Lü Xiaohe

General Fan Yuqi

Kong Qinsan

Kong Qinsan

Liang Shi

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Emperor and the Assassin (1998), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In pre-unified China, the King of Qin sends his concubine to a rival kingdom to produce an assassin for a political plot, but as the king's cruelty mounts she finds her loyalty faltering.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Emperor and the Assassin. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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