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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.
The Assassin is a 2015 martial arts drama set in 9th century China, following a young woman trained as an assassin who returns to her homeland after 13 years to confront her past and a fateful mission. Directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien, the film blends intricate action sequences with intimate character drama as the protagonist navigates loyalty, memory, and forbidden emotion. The film is available to stream on multiple platforms.
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Shu QiNie Yinniang
Chang ChenTian Ji'an
Zhou YunLady Tian Yuan / Jingjinger
Satoshi TsumabukiMirror Polisher
Ni DahongNie Feng
Yong MeiLady Nie Tian
Lei ZhenyuTian Xing
Nikki HsiehHuji
Ethan JuanXia Jing
Sheu Fang-YiPrincess Jiacheng / Taoist Nun
Jacques PicouxKongkonger
Mei FangNie Feng's Mother- Tien Pi-HuaTian Xing's Wife
- Wang I-YuanTian Xing's Son
Michael ChangJiang Shize
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When was The Assassin released?
The Assassin was released on August 27, 2015.
What is the plot of The Assassin?
The film follows Nie Yinniang, who is abducted at age ten and trained by a nun to become an assassin. After 13 years of exile, she is sent back to her homeland with orders to kill her cousin, forcing her to confront her family, her memories, and repressed feelings.
What genre is The Assassin?
The Assassin is a drama and action film that combines martial arts sequences with character-driven storytelling.
Is The Assassin still available to watch?
Yes, The Assassin was released in 2015 and is available on various streaming platforms.
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