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Historical action drama set in Ancient China. Yen Feier (Kelly Chen) reluctantly takes over the throne when her father, the Emperor, is killed in battle. Feier and her father's most loyal general and trusted friend Muyong Xuehu (Donnie Yen) unite to defend the kingdom. However, Feier's ambitious cousin Wu Ba (Xiaodong Guo), incensed that he has been overlooked as heir, sends assassins to kill her. After being captured and almost killed by Wu Ba's men, Feier is nursed back to health by forest hermit Duan Lan-Quan (Leon Lai), with whom she falls in love. But with the fate of the kingdom hanging in the balance, Feier must make a choice between her duty and her dreams.
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
I do enjoy a good martial arts film and like Donnie Yen.I bought 'The Emperess & The Warriors' on Blu-ray with out acually watching the movie first.Some reviewers say that this movie was not one of Donnie's best and didn't have a great deal of action in it.
I really enjoyed it and was not disappointed by the action and although it was a martial arts movie and focused on sword battles it was not too bloody.There was a tiny bit of blood towards the end,but done all most 'arty' so it did not look gory at all.
Watch out for the fantasic battle at the end where Donnie takes out 100 warriors all on his own!!
On the Blu-ray, details of the armour was stunning along with the the epic landscapes shown in vivid colours.
I think 'The Emperess & the Warriors' is a beautiful yet underated film.It has a great story about about Family,Love & Duty and if you can watch a sub-titled movie I can highly recommend it.
I really enjoyed it and was not disappointed by the action and although it was a martial arts movie and focused on sword battles it was not too bloody.There was a tiny bit of blood towards the end,but done all most 'arty' so it did not look gory at all.
Watch out for the fantasic battle at the end where Donnie takes out 100 warriors all on his own!!
On the Blu-ray, details of the armour was stunning along with the the epic landscapes shown in vivid colours.
I think 'The Emperess & the Warriors' is a beautiful yet underated film.It has a great story about about Family,Love & Duty and if you can watch a sub-titled movie I can highly recommend it.
6 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By kimil
What's it about?
Yen Feier (Kelly Chen), through turmoil, must take up the mantle "Empress of Yan kingdom" and repel the invading neighbouring armies of Zhao. With Champion, Muyong Xuehu (Donnie Yen) to support her military inexperience, Feier must overcome full scale war and the internal strife that undermines her authority.
Along the way, Feier became mortally wounded in battle but was nursed back to full health by the reclusive hermit, Duan Lanquan (Leon Lai).
With Feier struggling between newfound peace and duty, could Muyong continue to hold the kingdom of Yan in his Empress absence?
Depress
Characters
The glaring thing I did not like is how the antagonist seemed to able, shall I say, disrupt or set their actions in motion without a hitch and in a casual fashion too. Only the most innocent minded would turn a blind eye what they were capable of.
Empress
Cast
Donnie Yen (Kill zone) plays his heroic usual self that would occupy the action fans. Kelly Chen (Infernal Affairs) shoulders the burden of her role admirably. Leon Lai (Infernal Affairs 3, City Hunter, God of Gamblers 3) seemed to able juggle his role between hermit and guardian well.
Costumes
Despite the lack of memorable stage settings, the elaborate armour suits gave this film a unique feel.
Action
No wirework. Well, not as much as "Crouching tiger, Hidden Dragon" anyway. The battle scenes are "Gladiator" inspired and the noises is top notch too.
Romance
The romance scenes and the triangle conflicts between the leads would appeal to the female masses.
Arguably, there are better far east costume films out there. What I mean is it did not quite have the compelling story of "Hero", and I doubt it will gain global recognition as "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon". But "The Empress and the warriors" supplement the genre well enough to entertain.
Enjoyed it? Have you also seen
Swordsman 2, Curse of the Golden Flower, Red Cliff 1, 2, Warlords, Odd Couple,
Yen Feier (Kelly Chen), through turmoil, must take up the mantle "Empress of Yan kingdom" and repel the invading neighbouring armies of Zhao. With Champion, Muyong Xuehu (Donnie Yen) to support her military inexperience, Feier must overcome full scale war and the internal strife that undermines her authority.
Along the way, Feier became mortally wounded in battle but was nursed back to full health by the reclusive hermit, Duan Lanquan (Leon Lai).
With Feier struggling between newfound peace and duty, could Muyong continue to hold the kingdom of Yan in his Empress absence?
Depress
Characters
The glaring thing I did not like is how the antagonist seemed to able, shall I say, disrupt or set their actions in motion without a hitch and in a casual fashion too. Only the most innocent minded would turn a blind eye what they were capable of.
Empress
Cast
Donnie Yen (Kill zone) plays his heroic usual self that would occupy the action fans. Kelly Chen (Infernal Affairs) shoulders the burden of her role admirably. Leon Lai (Infernal Affairs 3, City Hunter, God of Gamblers 3) seemed to able juggle his role between hermit and guardian well.
Costumes
Despite the lack of memorable stage settings, the elaborate armour suits gave this film a unique feel.
Action
No wirework. Well, not as much as "Crouching tiger, Hidden Dragon" anyway. The battle scenes are "Gladiator" inspired and the noises is top notch too.
Romance
The romance scenes and the triangle conflicts between the leads would appeal to the female masses.
Arguably, there are better far east costume films out there. What I mean is it did not quite have the compelling story of "Hero", and I doubt it will gain global recognition as "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon". But "The Empress and the warriors" supplement the genre well enough to entertain.
Enjoyed it? Have you also seen
Swordsman 2, Curse of the Golden Flower, Red Cliff 1, 2, Warlords, Odd Couple,
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
This is a worth while buy for your blue ray collection, the colour and sound detail is very good, the film contains plenty of action.
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Super shots
The movie is not only great because of the plot, but because it has been filmed in great surroundings with super cinematography. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Kevin Sorensen
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An Empress And The Warriors... (DVD) Blu-ray...
Oh man o man was I dissapointed with this!! I read the reviews on here and thought it was gunna b ok, but it`s deffo not! Read more
Published 16 months ago by Etonie E
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A FILM WHICH IS A TAD CONFUSED
If you are looking for 'crouching dragon hidden tiger' fight scenes, forget it. Story line is simple: Emperor dies, awards kingdom to 'bastard, low-born general' who, realising... Read more
Published on 9 July 2010 by KeymooSaabee
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Thoroughly boring
This film did not surprise or en-thrall me at all. As mentioned in one of the other reviews, there are several fairly hefty plot holes as well as a distinct lack of effort to make... Read more
Published on 4 July 2010 by P. Newell
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Save your money
This movie was just bad their is no other word for it well maybe rubbish or terrible or atrocious, well you get the idea. Read more
Published on 30 May 2010 by D. Morgan
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Classic epic movie
To be honest I've never heard about this movie before, but in case you loved (or at least liked) Hero, you are going to like this too. Read more
Published on 15 Jan 2010 by Peter Nedermann
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The Empress And The Warrior [Blu-ray]
The Empress And The Warrior [Blu-ray] great film . and when i order it came just as the said so great service
Published on 19 Aug 2009 by Stephen Connolly
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