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A young Chinese warrior steals a sword from a famed swordsman and then escapes into a world of romantic adventure with a mysterious man in the frontier of the nation.
Description
Set in 19th-century China, two master warriors are faced with their greatest challenge when the treasured Green Destiny sword is stolen. A young aristocratic woman prepares for an arranged marriage, but soon reveals her superior fighting talents and her romantic past. As each warrior battles for justice, they come face-to-face with their worst enemy, and the enduring power of love.
User reviews
LibraryThing member paulsikora
There is a reason why Ang Lee cast professional ballerinas to do the sword fighting.
LibraryThing member MrsLee
Filled with lovely martial arts choreography and a fairy-tale-like story, this movie is a wonderful treat. The story is a romance with swords and weapons. Chinese martial arts fantasy in a most lovely setting.
LibraryThing member themulhern
Overinflated, but enjoyable.
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Awards
Hugo Award (Nominee — Dramatic Presentation — 2001)
Academy Award (Nominee — Best Foreign Language Film — 2000)
Critics' Choice Movie Awards (Winner — Best Foreign Language Film — 2000)
Original publication date
2000