Historical epic THE WARLORDS stars Asian trio Andy Lau, Jet Li and Takeshi Kaneshiro in lead roles. Partly based on Chang Cheh’s classic BLOOD BROTHERS and set during the 19th century Taiping Rebellion in China, the film follows the three men’s journey through love, politics and loyalty.
Supported by the Confucius Institute at the University of Manchester.
REVIEW
“Three blood brothers find their oath tested by battle and personal rivalry in THE WARLORDS, a meaty drama of friendship, ambition and betrayal set during a bloody civil war in 19th-century China. Laden with gritty action, but with an emotional undertow that carries the drama.” Derek Elley, Variety
aWARDS
Hong Kong Film Awards ’08 – WINNER
– Best Actor (Jet Li)
– Best Cinematography (Arthur Wong)
– Best Director (Peter Chan)
– Best Picture (Andre Morgan, Jianxin Huang, Peter Chan)