The Assassin
Originally released in 2015. The Assassin is a drama/action film. directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien.
Starring Chang Chen, Shu Qi, and Zhou Yun
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 27, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (542 votes)
Budget
$15M
Production budget
Box Office
$12M
0.8x return
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
- Budget
- $15,000,000
- Revenue
- $11,991,669
Production Companies
- Sil-Metropole Organisation
- Media Asia Films
- Central Motion Picture Corporation
- Huace Film & TV
- China Dream Film Culture Industry
- SpotFilms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Assassin about?
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 eliminatin...
Who directed The Assassin?
The Assassin was directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien.
How long is The Assassin?
The Assassin has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Assassin released?
The Assassin was released on August 27, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Assassin?
The main cast of The Assassin includes Chang Chen, Shu Qi, Zhou Yun, Satoshi Tsumabuki, Ni Dahong.
Is The Assassin worth watching?
The Assassin has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 542 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.