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Hidden Blade

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Hidden Blade

Released Feb 17, 2023

2h 8m

History

Drama

Mystery & Thriller

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During World War II, at the height of China's war of resistance against Japan, a group of courageous citizens develops a top-secret underground espionage network right under the nose of the newly established puppet regime. At increasingly great peril to their own lives, the double-agents masterfully extract classified information from deep behind enemy lines, an effort that gives rise to the united front that will help turn the tide of the conflict.

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Noel Murray

Los Angeles Times

The bluntness keeps the film from approaching greatness, although history buffs and genre fans might appreciate a World War II story told from a unique, non-Western perspective.

Jul 24, 2023

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Aja Romano

Vox

As much as Tony Leung was made for subtle but heady roles like this, Hidden Blade belongs to Wang Yibo, and so does this review.

Feb 28, 2023

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Simon Abrams

RogerEbert.com

Gorgeous and empty.

Rated: 2/4

Feb 18, 2023

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Amarsanaa Battulga

The China Project

In terms of plotting and scene-setting, Cheng repeats himself a bit too much, and not for the better.

Oct 22, 2024

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Joshua Polanski

Boston Hassle

It’s a gorgeous spy-noir, with hardly a boring composition in it—and yet, I’m not sure I’d jump to recommend it and its empty calories to many.

Jul 9, 2024

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Sean Gilman

The Chinese Cinema

Cheng Er, in both Hidden Blade and The Wasted Times, is not after suspense but rather mystery: the tension (and fun) of the film lies not in anticipating what comes next, but in trying to figure out what is happening and why.

Nov 11, 2023

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Beth

Best Chinese movie in 2023

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/14/25

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Emmeline A

This movie is a must see! Excellent story plot and the twist is so unexpected. Can’t get enough of the character, Mr Ye. Wang Yibo really brought his A game!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/25/23

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Laura M

Beautiful score and visuals! Tony was instantly charming and smooth, while Yibo held you down with his intense, simmering gaze. Story is laid out like a puzzle, non linear, and forces you to pay attention as you look for clues about what side each character is truly spying for. This film gets better with each viewing!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/19/23

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Linda

Comfortable and spacious seats.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/18/23

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classicgeek180805

Excellent ensemble cast, great editing and cinematography. The action scenes were intense and well executed. The movie is a good tribute to the unsung heroes of war who will forever be ‘hidden blades’. Worth watching especially for those who like spy noir films.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/15/23

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M F L

This is a fantastic art house film! Mr. Leung is in his element. The big fight scene is worth the price of admission. Both Mr. Wangs are convincing. Yibo brings the house down. I sincerely regret that I ever thought he couldn't show emotion. Mr. Cheng, the writer/director, is an artist.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/09/23

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Synopsis

During World War II, at the height of China's war of resistance against Japan, a group of courageous citizens develops a top-secret underground espionage network right under the nose of the newly established puppet regime. At increasingly great peril to their own lives, the double-agents masterfully extract classified information from deep behind enemy lines, an effort that gives rise to the united front that will help turn the tide of the conflict.

Director: Er Cheng
Producer: Dong Yu
Screenwriter: Er Cheng
Distributor: Well Go USA Entertainment
Production Co: Bona Film Group, Cutting Edge Pictures
Genre: History, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 17, 2023, Limited
Box Office (Gross USA): $803.2K
Runtime: 2h 8m

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