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Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame (2010)

"The Fate of an Empire Is in His Hands."

6.520102h 3mZH
ActionAdventureDramaMystery

Directed by Tsui Hark

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

2h 3m

Language

ZH

Release

September 18, 2010

Director

Tsui Hark

Official Trailer

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Overview

When the future empress Wu Zetian's two courtiers die in a mysterious fire, she gets Di Renjie, a former detective and rebel, released from prison to solve the mystery of the fire.

Cast

Andy Lau

Andy Lau

Detective Dee

Li Bingbing

Li Bingbing

Shangguan Jing'er

Deng Chao

Deng Chao

Pei Donglai

Tony Leung Ka-fai

Tony Leung Ka-fai

Shatuo Zhong

Carina Lau

Carina Lau

Wu Zetian

Richard Ng Yiu-Hon

Richard Ng Yiu-Hon

Wang Lu (before face-lift)

Teddy Robin

Teddy Robin

Wang Lu (after face-lift)

Liu Jinshan

Liu Jinshan

Xue Yong

Yao Lu

Yao Lu

Li Xiao

Wang Deshun

Wang Deshun

Xiazi Ling

He Shengming

He Shengming

Prison Officer

Huang Yonggang

Huang Yonggang

Zhang Xun

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame (2010), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When the future empress Wu Zetian's two courtiers die in a mysterious fire, she gets Di Renjie, a former detective and rebel, released from prison to solve the mystery of the fire.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame. 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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