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A Touch of Zen (1971)
Directed by King Hu
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Overview
Gu Sheng-zhai, an artist in his early 30s, still lives with his mother, but he is suddenly shaken by the arrival of Yang Hui-zhen, a mysterious princess on the run. Yang brings Gu into her circle of protectors, including a nameless monk whose spiritual guidance transforms him into a valiant fighter.
Rated NR | Length 180 minutes
Actors
Hsu Feng | Shih Chun | Pai Ying | Tien Peng | Roy Chiao | Cho Kin | Tien Miao | Melvin Cheung Wan-Man | Hsieh Han | Han Ying-Chieh | Sammo Hung Kam-Bo | Chang Ping-Yu | Jui Wang | Wan Chung-Shan | Yi Kuei Chang | Yao-kun Pan | You Pin Liu | Lam Ching-Ying | Billy Chan | Lung Fei | Shan Mao | Hao Li-Jen | Chu Liu | Kao Ming | Chia Lu-Shih | Chan Ming-Wai | Kei Ho-Chiu | Yeung Sai-Gwan | Jacky Chen Shao-Lung | Chui Hing-Chun | Men Chu-Hua | Ng Ming-Choi | Jackie Chan
Viewing History (seen 1 time)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2019 | Home Theater | Blu-ray | Owned | 8 stars |
| (Average) 8 stars |
Viewing Notes
This film was obviously a huge influence on CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON as well as Taiwanese film in general. The cinematography is gorgeous. I can’t think of anyone else doing this kind of contemplative work in China/Hong Kong/Taiwan during this time period.
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