Swordsman

Swordsman

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Release Date

4/5/1990

Runtime

120 mins

Overview

When a scroll containing valuable martial arts secrets is stolen from the Emperor, an army detachment is sent to recover it. It is based on the novel The Smiling, Proud Wanderer by Jinyong.

Status

Released

Original Language

cn

Budget

$2,068,041

Revenue

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Homepage

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A kinetic wuxia adventure that balances gravity-defying martial arts spectacle with genuine stakes and character. This is a film where philosophical ideals about freedom clash thrillingly with imperial power.

Mood

ExhilaratingDefiantEpic

Themes

PowerAmbitionFreedom

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Brisk

Look

Stylized genrePractical effectsWidescreen epic

Structure

Linear

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