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An action-packed epic Asian war title with an outstanding ensemble cast…Following the end of the Chinese Civil War in 1949, the Communist Party started to rule in the mainland and Kuomingtang was forced to retreat to the island of Taiwan. The new power, along with other parties, came together to organize the very first People's Republic of China.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: Chinese ( Dolby Digital 5.1 ), Chinese ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (2.35:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Anamorphic Widescreen, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: In the darkest hour, a hero will rise. An action-packed, star-studded story of an heroic battle in one man's revolutionary fight for freedom, with Jet Li, Jackie Chan and Donnie Yen, together for the first time in film history. Inspired by true events, Founding of a Republic weaves a rousing tale of one man who fought against the tyranny of a ruler and led his people in battle in the ultimate sacrifice for his country. Featuring breath-taking cinematography, explosive action sequences and an all-star cast, this unmissable film is set to become a modern-day classic. ...The Founding of a Republic ( Jian guo da ye )
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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By Dinalt
The marketing for this film is seriously misleading.
Ignore the pictures of Jet Li, Jackie Chan and Donnie Yen on the cover - they have purely cameo roles.
Also ignore the wording on the reverse, which states that 'Jet Li, Jackie Chan and Donnie Yen 'star' in this action-packed monumental epic'.
This is an okay film, though I'd imagine aimed more at fans of history or completists who must have the '5 second and miss it' appearances from the 'stars' shown on the cover.
It's a film that's worth a watch - but if you're expecting to see the stars on the cover, then best look elsewhere.
Ignore the pictures of Jet Li, Jackie Chan and Donnie Yen on the cover - they have purely cameo roles.
Also ignore the wording on the reverse, which states that 'Jet Li, Jackie Chan and Donnie Yen 'star' in this action-packed monumental epic'.
This is an okay film, though I'd imagine aimed more at fans of history or completists who must have the '5 second and miss it' appearances from the 'stars' shown on the cover.
It's a film that's worth a watch - but if you're expecting to see the stars on the cover, then best look elsewhere.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not that good, but definitely NOT that bad (false cover notwithstanding)
3 April 2012
It is easy to be spiteful about this film simply because it features three well known Chinese martial artists (Mr. Chan, Mr. Li and Mr. Yen), who appear for maybe a total of 2 minutes in the whole film (if you include Andy Lau it doubles to a mind blowing 4 minutes), but it is nothing more than a smart marketing ploy designed to get people to buy or rent the film.
Nothing that hasn't been done in the West before.
As a 'Historical Drama' it is somewhat one-sided. But you would expect that, since as the saying goes 'History is written by the victors'. You wouldn't really expect a Chinese made film to depict Chairman Mao as anything other than the charismatic, coalescing force behind 'The Founding of the Republic' (and we know which Republic that is from the start), would you?
My suggestion: watch it and make up your own mind.
Nothing that hasn't been done in the West before.
As a 'Historical Drama' it is somewhat one-sided. But you would expect that, since as the saying goes 'History is written by the victors'. You wouldn't really expect a Chinese made film to depict Chairman Mao as anything other than the charismatic, coalescing force behind 'The Founding of the Republic' (and we know which Republic that is from the start), would you?
My suggestion: watch it and make up your own mind.
10 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Animal84
First of all the cover art is very misleading Jackie Chan, Jet Li and Donnie Yen only have very small roles in this movie they are more like blink and you'll miss them type roles they are so brief they could be easily missed.
Secondly this is not an action movie it's an historical drama that retells the tale of the Communist ascendancy and triumph.
So don't be fooled into thinking this is a big action movie starring 3 of the greatest action stars to come out of China if you like historical dramas or if your a Jackie Chan, Jet Li or Donnie Yen completist then this is for you.
Secondly this is not an action movie it's an historical drama that retells the tale of the Communist ascendancy and triumph.
So don't be fooled into thinking this is a big action movie starring 3 of the greatest action stars to come out of China if you like historical dramas or if your a Jackie Chan, Jet Li or Donnie Yen completist then this is for you.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars
Blatant propaganda, and misleading cover art
As others have said, the presentation of this film is utterly misleading. The cover suggests that your fave martial arts heroes are starring in an epic: while the film does indeed... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Robert Potter
1.0 out of 5 stars
misleading
As other reviewers have said, the cover is totally misleading. They only played cameo roles and to put them on the front cover and call this an action movie is deceitful. Read more
Published 5 months ago by smurph
2.0 out of 5 stars
Anti-Climax of the year goes to....
WOW! Three of the biggest martial arts experts of all time in one movie! Also starring Andy Lau!!! What monumentous gem of epicness will bestow my eyes? Read more
Published 5 months ago by Geoff Ball
1.0 out of 5 stars
most misleading dvd
My true rating would be zero. I have never brought a film which was so misleading. When you see the cover, you automatically think this is going to be an action film, because of... Read more
Published 16 months ago by jackie
2.0 out of 5 stars
More of a trading standards issue than an 'unmissable' 'modern day...
The cover seems completely unrelated to the film. Jet Li, Jackie Chan and Donnie Yen can hardly be described as appearing in this tedious, somewhat disjointed film. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mr Nik
2.0 out of 5 stars
TRICKED!
This film is sold basically on false advertisement. With the picture of Donnie Yen, Jackie Chan and Jet Li on the front you might feel that it will be action packed, filled with... Read more
Published 19 months ago by TheHiddenginger
1.0 out of 5 stars
What you see is what you don't get ....
When i saw Donnie Yen,Jet Li and Jacky Chan i thought i want this film . Sadly i was really really disapointed . Read more
Published 19 months ago by Errolpinnock
1.0 out of 5 stars
Shameless, dull propoganda
"Action Packed"
"3 stars together for the first time"
These two lines made me buy the film, only to get it home and realise there are no "action" scenes as... Read more
"3 stars together for the first time"
These two lines made me buy the film, only to get it home and realise there are no "action" scenes as... Read more
Published 19 months ago by J Brealey
1.0 out of 5 stars
They're martial artists Jim, but not as we know them!
Basically, if you're not interested in a historical account of Mao's rise to power don't waste you're money on this film. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mr. P. J. Morton
1.0 out of 5 stars
Misleading propaganda
I was very disappointed with this film for two reasons:
First of all the look of the DVD is totally misleading. Read more
First of all the look of the DVD is totally misleading. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mr. C. Semple
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