Wordiezett
So much average
NekoHomey
Purely Joyful Movie!
Kayden
This is a dark and sometimes deeply uncomfortable drama
FieryMaid
Besides being badly marketed as a martial arts movie (it's not), apparently this movie has different versions, some with such inept editing that vital plot points are missing -- so viewer beware.I watched it in the original language with English subtitles and no editing. And I very much enjoyed it. This is a visually stunning Asian fairytale/legend comparable to The Princess Bride as it has all the great elements of romance and revenge. There's even the fun of a mistaken identity!Being a fairytale, this is not a story of great character development or a deep plot, but a story of concepts. It's one of hope, what love really is, and taking responsibility for your life and your actions.
muse7-3
I don't really like martial arts films unless there is plenty of flying through the air and way out special effects so this film did not disappoint at all in that direction. The imagery was beautiful and the story was interesting but I felt that something was missing from the film. In parts the editing was poor and it was hard to follow. Also the characters were rather "wooden" and didn't evoke much sympathy. I love "Hero" which had all the things that this lacked-but my favourite of all time is "Bichunmoo" which was wonderful and incredibly emotional throughout.Despite all that I did enjoy the film and may indeed watch it again! I feel that with more viewings it may grow on me, It certainly ticks all the right boxes with regard to production and story line. It may never become a classic but it is worth watching.
Stephane Gregory Dan
I beg everyone to read my comment because this is for crying out loud. I bought this movie today and I was very excited to see chinas new big event. But unfortunately this movie is not a movie. It has absolutely no plot, it is very slow, you don't understand the actions the characters are taking and all the chroma effects, as well CGI, are poorly shot and done. I know what I am talking about because I am working in this business.If that's what people like and will be the future of cinema (300 another poorly made movie) than I want to work as a street-cleaner.I don't understand how people prefer all this fake images instead of all the real thing or do I have to remind you older Chinese martial art films, with more difficult action scenes and no CGI.Of course the sequence with the Buffalo's or what ever they were, is kind of difficult to create in reality, But the fights and all the running? Anyway, it seems people like very fake and boring things like Shoot'em Up or 300. Because there is nothing original about that.
quintaldo
It is about beauty and meaning. Yes, it is a fairy tale. How refreshing after decades of Disney low-grade tales and looks! This movie makes me feel like china taking over the world would be a good thing : You cant beat Chinese culture. The movie is highly personal and courageous, it is a statement of aesthetics as well as a philosophical one. I love it how it crashes through the preconceived notions, habits and expectations of the audience to bring forth its own powerful vision. I was taken aback at the start but the sheer beauty of some scenes took me into it. Don't ask yourself what it is about, it is just too beautiful for you to care. And there is a whole lot of meaning if you look into it. This meaning is on another level from the one of usual movies. This makes it all the better and more daring. It is soulful. It tells you about the inner worlds, as well as about ethics and decision. It is as a fairy tale should be : inspiring, meaningful, uplifting and strengthening your aliveness and involvement in the world. Helping you reconnect with your purpose and identity. Thank you, whoever made this piece of art. I'm deeply grateful.
