Asian Film Festival of Dallas

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In a young Republic of China, where greedy warlords fuel a period of war and strife, Hou Jie (Andy Lau) arrogantly shows no mercy to his enemies seeking refuge with the benign and compassionate Shaolin monks.  After unscrupulously killing a wounded enemy, Hou Jie pays a terrible price for his actions and is forced to seek refuge in the same Shaolin Monastery he blatantly disrespected.  Hou Jie’s traitorous second-in-command Cao Man (Nicholas Tse) continues where the once-warlord left off, betraying his country and his own people.  Hou Jie must adapt to Shaolin principles to stop the monster he created.

Director Benny Chan (CITY UNDER SIEGE) delivers a powerful production with an all-star cast.  The solid drama, epic adventure and masterful action choreography all combine for a thrilling AFFD Opening Night showcase.  And watch for a special appearance by iconic actor Jackie Chan as the monastery’s cook Wudao, who gives the earnest drama a light-hearted lift.

— Cecilia Lai

Director

Benny Chan

Cast

Andy Lau, Nicholas Tse, and introducing Jackie Chan

Country

Hong Kong

Language

Cantonese, English Subtitles, Mandarin

Release Date

2011

Runtime

135 minutes

Print Source

Emperor Films, Well Go USA

Exhibition Format

35mm