The Assassin (2015)
9th century China. Ten year old general’s daughter Nie Yinniang is abducted by a nun who initiates her into the martial arts, transforming her into an exceptional assassin charged with eliminating cruel and corrupt local governors. One day, having failed in a task, she is sent back by her mistress to the land of her birth, with orders to kill the man to whom she was promised – a cousin who now leads the largest military region in North China. After 13 years of exile, the young woman must confront her parents, her memories and her long-repressed feelings.
Released: Aug 27, 2015
Runtime: 105 minutes
Stars: Shu Qi, Chang Chen, Nikki Hsieh, Sheu Fang-Yi, Ethan Juan, Xu Fan
Crew: Hou Hsiao-hsien (Director), Chu Tien-wen (Screenplay), Liao Ching-Sung (Editor), Hou Hsiao-hsien (Screenplay), Dai Song (Producer), Stephen Lam Bing-Kwan (Producer)