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Red Cliff (2008)

"The future will be decided."

7.120082h 25mZH
AdventureDramaHistoryActionWar

Directed by John Woo

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

2h 25m

Language

ZH

Release

July 10, 2008

Director

John Woo

Official Trailer

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Overview

In 208 A.D., in the final days of the Han Dynasty, shrewd Prime Minster Cao convinced the fickle Emperor Han the only way to unite all of China was to declare war on the kingdoms of Xu in the west and East Wu in the south. Thus began a military campaign of unprecedented scale. Left with no other hop...

Cast

Tony Leung Chiu-wai

Tony Leung Chiu-wai

Zhou Yu

Takeshi Kaneshiro

Takeshi Kaneshiro

Zhu Ge Liang

Zhang Fengyi

Zhang Fengyi

Cao Cao

Chang Chen

Chang Chen

Sun Quan

Vicky Zhao

Vicky Zhao

Sun Shang Xiang

Hu Jun

Hu Jun

Zhao Yun

Shido Nakamura

Shido Nakamura

Gan Xing

Lin Chi-Ling

Lin Chi-Ling

Xiao Qiao

You Yongzhi

You Yongzhi

Liu Bei

Hou Yong

Hou Yong

Lu Su

Tong Dawei

Tong Dawei

Sun Shu Cai

Song Jia

Song Jia

Li Ji

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Red Cliff (2008), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 208 A.D., in the final days of the Han Dynasty, shrewd Prime Minster Cao convinced the fickle Emperor Han the only way to unite all of China was to declare war on the kingdoms of Xu in the west and East Wu in the south. Thus began a military campaign of unprecedented scale. Left with no other hope for survival, the kingdoms of Xu and East Wu formed an unlikely alliance.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Red Cliff. 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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