The Assassin
2015
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.
Director:
Hsiao-Hsien Hou
Writers:
Cheng Ah, T'ien-wen Chu, Hsiao-Hsien Hou
Awards:
Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award36 wins & 75 nominations total
Production:
Hsiao-Hsien Hou
Country:
Taiwan, Hong Kong, China
