Director John Woo returned home from his lengthy period of working in Hollywood to make this astonishing, fact-based historical epic – at the time the most expensive Chinese film ever. The action revolves around a pivotal moment in Chinese history – the battle of Red Cliff, in 208, when the ruling, but weak, Han dynasty gave permission to an immensely powerful northern warlord to crush two rivals who had control over lands to the south. But the two weaker foes think they have spotted a way to overturn the odds against them. Originally, Woo’s film was released in two parts, totalling well over four hours in length. This print is the much shorter international version, and the editing process has, inevitably, left some of the plot intricacies and historical detail a little confused. But what remains is a magnificent, immersive adventure, with gargantuan battle scenes, clever strategies to undermine the foe and even the odd romantic sub-plot. Starring Tony Leung Chiu Wai, Takeshi Kaneshiro, Fengyi Zhang and Chiling Lin., The fall of the Han dynasty in China in the year A.D. 208, when military strategist Zhuge Liang assembles a small army to fight back against the overwhelming forces of Emperor Xian., Legendary Hong Kong action specialist John Woo and international superstar Tony Leung reunite for their first feature film together since 1992’s Hard-Boiled with this historical drama set during the decisive 208 A.D. battle that heralded the end of the Han Dynasty. Adapted in part from the beloved Chinese tome Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Red Cliff opens in the year 208 A.D., just as prime minister-turned-general Cao Cao (Zhang Fengyi) seeks permission from Han Dynasty emperor Xian (Wang Ning) to organize a southward-bound mission designed to silence troublesome warlords Liu Bei (You Yong) and Sun Quan (Chang Chen). As the expedition gets under way, Cao Cao’s troops rain destruction on Liu Bei’s army, forcing the latter to retreat and convincing Liu Bei’s military strategist Zhuge Liang (Takeshi Kaneshiro) that their only hope for victory is to form an alliance with Sun Quan. Increasingly aware of the monumental struggle ahead, both sides begin preparing for the battle that will ultimately shape the future of an entire nation. Originally envisioned as a single epic, Red Cliff was eventually split into two parts due to an excessive running time that approached five hours. Red Cliff, Part I and Red Cliff, Part II were edited together for theatrical release in the United States as a stand-alone film running nearly two and a half hours., John Woo’s breathtaking historical epic stars Takeshi Kaneshiro as military strategist Zhuge Liang, who assembles a small army to fight against the overwhelming forces of Emperor Xian. The resulting battle marks the fall of the Han dynasty in China in the year A.D. 208., Director John Woo returned home from his lengthy period of working in Hollywood to make this astonishing, fact-based historical epic – at the time the most expensive Chinese film ever. The action revolves around a pivotal moment in Chinese history – the battle of Red Cliff, in AD 208, when the ruling Han dynasty was forced into confronting the massive armies assembled by two rival warlords, who each had their eyes firmly set on ruling the country. Originally, Woo’s film was released in two parts, totalling well over four hours in length. This print is the much shorter international version, and the editing process has, inevitably, left some of the plot intricacies and historical detail a little confused. But what remains is a magnificent, immersive adventure, with gargantuan battle scenes, clever plots to undermine the foe and the odd romantic sub-plot.
Q&A :
Q: Who are the main cast members in “Red Cliff ” ?
A: The main cast includes Chiu Wai Leung,Takeshi Kaneshiro,Fengyi Zhang,Chen Chang,Wei Zhao,Jun Hu,Chiling Lin,Shido Nakamura,Yong You,Hou Yong,Da Wei Tong,Song Jia,Ba Sen Zha Bu,Zang Jingsheng,Zhang Shan,Hui Wang,Xie Gang,Shi Xing Hong,Xu Feng Xian,Guo Chao,Hu Xiaoguang,Ma Jing,Yi Zhen,Ning Wang,He Yin,Ye Hua,Hu Xiaofeng,Daxing Zhang,Angie Lam,Cheri Yeung,Yeh Jufeng,John Woo,Jeonghun Ryu,Wootaek Kim,Chin-Wen Huang,Ryuhei Chiba,Wu Kebo,Robert A. Ferretti,Chan Khan,Heyu Sheng,Dennis Wu,Sheng Heyu,Wang Wei,Zhang Li,Anne Woo,Lu Yue,Tim Yip,Yang Hong Yu,Khan Chan,Han San Ping,Kuo Cheng,Masato Matsuura,David Tang,Sanping Han.
Q: When Did the “Red Cliff” Released?
A: The Movie “Red Cliff” originally aired on 2008-07-10 and released in the year of 2008.
Q: What Languages are available to watch “Red Cliff” ?
A: Is also available in eng language.
Q: Where to watch “Red Cliff” ?
A: “Red Cliff” is Avaiable on Netflix. as its Netflix Originals.
