The Promise poster

The Promise (2005)

5.520052h 1mZH
FantasyDramaActionThrillerRomance

Directed by Chen Kaige

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

2h 1m

Language

ZH

Release

December 15, 2005

Director

Chen Kaige

Official Trailer

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Overview

An orphaned girl, driven by poverty at such a young age, makes a promise with an enchantress. In return for beauty and the admiration of every man, she will never be with the man she loves. This spell cannot be broken unless the impossible happens: snow falling in spring and the dead coming back to ...

Cast

Cecilia Cheung

Cecilia Cheung

Princess Qingcheng

Liu Ye

Liu Ye

Snow Wolf

Chen Hong

Chen Hong

Goddess Manshen

Cheng Qian

Cheng Qian

The Emperer

Jang Dong-gun

Jang Dong-gun

Kunlun

Hiroyuki Sanada

Hiroyuki Sanada

General Guangming

Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung

Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung

Wuhuan

Yu Jinwei

Yu Jinwei

Ye Li

Guan Xiaotong

Guan Xiaotong

Young Qingcheng

Shi Lei

Shi Lei

Young Wuhuan

Lu Peng

Lu Peng

General in Red

Anthony Brandon Wong

Anthony Brandon Wong

(voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Promise (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

An orphaned girl, driven by poverty at such a young age, makes a promise with an enchantress. In return for beauty and the admiration of every man, she will never be with the man she loves. This spell cannot be broken unless the impossible happens: snow falling in spring and the dead coming back to life. Now a grown and beautiful princess, she regrets her promise, for all of the men she's loved has always been met with tragedy.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Promise. 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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