The Assassin (2015)
Original title: 刺客聶隱娘
The Assassin is a 2015 Chinese-language drama movie directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien, with a running time of 1h 45m. It stars Shu Qi, Chang Chen and Zhou Yun.
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.
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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 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.
When was The Assassin released?
The Assassin was released on 27 August 2015.
How long is The Assassin?
The Assassin runs 1h 45m.
Who made The Assassin?
The Assassin was directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien.
Where can I watch The Assassin?
The Assassin is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Cineverse Amazon Channel, Fandor Amazon Channel, Hi-YAH and Hi-YAH Amazon Channel.
Where to watch The Assassin
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Cast
- Shu Qi as Nie Yinniang
- Chang Chen as Tian Ji'an
- Zhou Yun as Lady Tian Yuan / Jingjinger
- Satoshi Tsumabuki as Mirror Polisher
- Ni Dahong as Nie Feng
- Yong Mei as Lady Nie Tian
- Lei Zhenyu as Tian Xing
- Nikki Hsieh as Huji
- Ethan Juan as Xia Jing
- Sheu Fang-Yi as Princess Jiacheng / Taoist Nun
- Jacques Picoux as Kongkonger
- Mei Fang as Nie Feng's Mother
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