Li Han-Hsiang directs this Taiwanese period drama starring Ching Chiang, Lei Zhao and Fang-Hsia Chang. This 1966 multiple award winning epic is lovingly restored in 4K from its original Camera negative.
Through the story of Xishi (Hsi Shih), one of Chinese history’s greatest beauties, this costume drama tells the story of the war between two Chinese Kingdoms 2,500 years ago. After the kingdom of Yu is defeated by that of Wu, Goujian the King takes pains to prepare for his revenge and rebuilding his country. He knows well that the King of Wu, Fucha is lewd and lustful, so he offers Xisi to the court of Wu to serve as Fucha’s concubine, with Fucha unaware that she is also a spy. She uses her charm to draw Fucha from his office and governess, leaving the ruling class of Wu rotten. Meanwhile Goujian secretly summons his friends and equips them with arms. After ten years of of war, can Goujian at last takes his revenge and reclaims his lands?
Extras
Brand new 4K Remaster from the Original Negatives
Standard Definition Widescreen Presentation in 2.39:1 Aspect Ratio
2.0 Original Mandarin Mono
Newly Translated English Subtitles
An Interview with Oriental Cinema Expert Tony Rayns
Original Trailer
Restoration Comparison
Additional Information
More Information
SKU
5060710972528
Catalogue Number
88FD296
Product contents
1 disc
Year
1965
Director
Li Han-Hsiang
Format
DVD
Publisher(s)
88 Films
Countries
Taiwan
Sound
Mono 2.0
Subtitles
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
