The Assassin 2015 (2015)

Other name: 刺客聶隱娘, 聂隐娘, Ci Ke Nie Yin Niang, The Assassin Nie Yin Niang, Nie, The Hidden Heroine

Description:

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Hou Hsiao Hsien, The Assassin 2015 is a mesmerizing drama set during the Tang dynasty. The movie is an adaptation of a classic short story from this historical era. The plot follows a young girl who is kidnapped at a tender age and rigorously trained to become a lethal assassin. Having mastered the deadly arts, she is sent back to her homeland on a dangerous mission. However, while carrying out her duties, she is highly taken by Liu Chang Yi. This unexpected connection changes everything, leading her to question her life of violence. Ultimately, she decides to provide him with her loyalty instead of fulfilling her lethal task. With its artistic storytelling and deep themes, this film is a must-watch cinematic masterpiece.

Country: Taiwanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2015

Genre:Action; Drama