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22 December 2000 (USA) morePlot:
Two warriors in pursuit of a stolen sword and a notorious fugitive are led to an impetuous, physically-skilled, teenage nobleman's daughter, who is at a crossroads in her life. full summary | add synopsisAwards:
Won 4 Oscars. Another 73 wins & 91 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(106 articles)
Cannes Film Festival Names Competing Films (From Studio Briefing - Film News. 23 April 2009, 2:39 AM, PDT)
Chow Yun-Fat To Play Confucius
(From WENN. 19 March 2009, 5:20 AM, PDT)
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The most beautiful film ever made. more (1595 total)Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Yun-Fat Chow | ... | Master Li Mu Bai (as Chow Yun Fat) | |
| Michelle Yeoh | ... | Yu Shu Lien | |
| Ziyi Zhang | ... | Jen Yu (Mandarin version) / Jiao Long (English dubbed version) (as Zhang Ziyi) | |
| Chen Chang | ... | Lo 'Dark Cloud' / Luo Xiao Hu | |
| Sihung Lung | ... | Sir Te | |
| Pei-pei Cheng | ... | Jade Fox (as Cheng Pei-Pei) | |
| Fa Zeng Li | ... | Governor Yu | |
| Xian Gao | ... | Bo | |
| Yan Hai | ... | Madame Yu | |
| De Ming Wang | ... | Police Inspector Tsai / Prefect Cai Qiu | |
| Li Li | ... | May (as Li Li) | |
| Su Ying Huang | ... | Auntie Wu | |
| Jin Ting Zhang | ... | De Lu | |
| Rei Yang | ... | Maid | |
| Kai Li | ... | Gou Jun Pei |
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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (International: English title) (UK) (USA)Ngo foo chong lung (Hong Kong: Cantonese title)
Wo hu cang long (China: Mandarin title)
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Rated PG-13 for martial arts violence and some sexuality.Parents Guide:
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120 minLanguage:
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2.35 : 1 moreSound Mix:
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Iceland:12 | Malaysia:U | Portugal:M/12 | Netherlands:16 (VHS/DVD rating) | Brazil:12 | Argentina:Atp | Australia:M | Belgium:KT | Canada:14A (British Columbia) | Canada:G (Quebec) | Canada:PG (Alberta/Manitoba/Nova Scotia/Ontario) | Chile:TE | Denmark:11 | Finland:K-11 | France:U | Germany:12 | Hong Kong:IIB | Ireland:15 | Netherlands:12 | New Zealand:M | Norway:15 | Peru:PT | Singapore:NC-16 | Singapore:PG (cut) | South Korea:12 | Spain:7 | Sweden:11 | Switzerland:10 (canton of Geneva) | Switzerland:10 (canton of Vaud) | UK:12 | USA:PG-13Fun Stuff
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Michelle Yeoh tore her ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) during the shooting of an early fighting sequence and had to be flown to the U.S. for knee surgery. She returned to the set at different times to film non-action scenes until the knee had recovered. moreGoofs:
Continuity: In the scene in the cave where Jen's hands are tied, the loose ends of the knot change from shot to shot. moreSoundtrack:
A Love Before Time moreFAQ
Any recommendations for movies similar to "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon"?Is this movie based on a novel?
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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is, quite simply, a stunning film and a real breath of fresh air in a genre that was previously somewhat stagnant. Kung-fu films were on a very steady decline, with only Jet Li making a valid effort to change things around. It comes then as a great relief that Ang Lee decided to do what he did and put an entirely new slant on the genre.
Tacky dubbed dialogue is out of the window and we're back to the films original Chinese language subtitled into English. This adds a lot more to one of the films main themes, culture. While we as the Kung-fu loving public have grown used to storylines generally involving the hero's lost mother/brother/pet goldfish, Crouching Tiger... eschews all of these stereotypes and sets about creating a really authentic atmosphere.
I won't bother rehashing the story because if you haven't seen the film yet I want you to go in with as little knowledge as possible. If you don't know what to expect, I can't recommend Crouching Tiger... more highly. Lee's directorial style is simply a joy to behold, and every minute detail is treated with a respect most directors simply don't have. Now, the part we've all been waiting for. I know what you're thinking, "It's all very well having a great story but what good is it if they're all going to mince about like fairies?"
Well, I'm pleased to tell you that these guys kick more ass than you've EVER seen before. The fight sequences are stunningly choreographed and the 'flying' looks spectacular. While a big thing has been made of Chow Yun Fat and Zhang Ziyi's treetop battle, the one for me is between Michelle Yeoh's Shu Lien and Ziyi's Jen. Both instances, both in the courtyard and the dojo are, quite frankly, the most astounding displays of martial arts I have EVER been lucky enough to witness. While Bruce Lee can certainly do the real thing, and he is without doubt the original and best, Wo Ping's sequencing of the fight scenes is truly revolutionary.
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is one of the best films I have ever seen and I would recommend anyone, whether or not they are interested in Kung-fu movies.