Confucius (2010)
Starring Chow Yun-Fat, Zhou Xun, Wang Ban
Directed by Mei Hu
In 500 B.C., during Chinas famed 'Spring and Autumn Period', Kong Ze (Confucius), a commoner reverred for his outstanding wisdom, is made Minister of Law in the ancient Kingdom of Lu. Under his inspired leadership, Lu ascends to new heights but becomes a target of conquest for the warlike nation of Qi. Threatened with annihilation by their powerful neighbour, a desperate people turn to their greatest teacher to lead their most powerful army. When Confucius delivers a stunning victory against all odds, a jealous aristocracy sets out to destroy him, but they should never under-estimate a remarkable man whose wisdom is more powerful than the sword.
Runtime: 125 min.
Rating: 5.9
DVD
Languages: Mandarin
Countries: China
Genres: Drama,History
Keywords: historical figure,ancient china,woman director,5th century bc
Cast
Confucius
Nan Zi
Shu Sunwu
Ji Sunsi
Yan Hui
Lu Jun
Confucius' daughter
Ji Sunfei
Qi Guanshi
Lao Zi
Kong Li