Cast

Wufu Wang Shusheng Li Guangming Xu Shikui Yan Tony Ka Fai Leung Te-Kai Liu

Plot

During the Sino-Japanese War, Commander-in-Chief Zhu De leads the Eighth Route Army in pivotal battles against the Japanese invaders.

Sinekatalog’s take

A Chinese war epic following the Eighth Route Army under Zhu De in key battles against Japanese forces. It is state-flavored, battle-oriented and heroic. Likely of most interest to fans of Chinese war-history spectacle.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Awards

• Golden Rooster Awards 2005: Best Film (Golden Rooster Award for Best Picture)

Ratings

IMDb: 5.5 / 10 (152 votes)
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