The Assassin
Description
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.
Stars
Shu Qi, Chang Chen, Zhou Yun, Satoshi Tsumabuki, Ni Dahong
Runtime
105 minutes
Release Date
August 27, 2015
Rating
6.4/10 (545 votes)