"Set in current times and based on allegedly true events from the recent past, the film also draws on the history of wuxia stories. Its English title is a reference to King Hu's 1971 action epic A Touch of Zen, one of the most influential wuxia films.
It revolves around four threads set in vastly different geographical and social milieus across modern-day China, ranging from the bustling southern metropolis of Guangzhou and Dongguan to the more rural townships in Jia's home province of Shanxi.[3]
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A very pessimistic film that might leave you wanting more. The ending wasn't satisfying at all, wish I could have seen some of the earlier characters again. It wasn't all over the place like I thought it would be. It was well done directed wise, the characters seemed real and they held nothing back. This film reflects the society of China and several real life events. The film was simple but so well done. I suggest this film to those that like pessimistic films, movies about china, and movies telling life has it is.
3/5
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