Ying xiong

"One man's strength will unite an empire."

Aug 27 2004 PG-13 2h 0m
Action, Adventure, History

During China's Warring States period, a district prefect arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have killed the three assassins who had made an attempt on the king's life three years ago.

Plot

Ancient China and the Qin Empire is out to conquer the six kingdoms. This makes its king a target for assassination. However, one man has single-handedly ensured the safety of the king, by killing the three most notorious assassins in the land. Treated as a hero, he is summoned for an audience with the king.

Written by

Feng Li, Yimou Zhang, Bin Wang

Directed by

Yimou Zhang

Production Countries

China

Production Companies

Miramax, China Film Co-Production Corporation, Beijing New Picture Film Co. Ltd.

Languages

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 46 wins & 48 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
190,245
Average Rating
7.9 out of 10
Metascore
85
Popularity
NA