english title | Farewell to a Warrior |
year | 1976 |
country | Hong-Kong |
director | Choh YUEN - 楚原 | |
scriptwriter | Choh YUEN - 楚原 |
production studio | Shaw Brothers 邵氏 |
Though many movies claim to be unique, Farewell To A Warrior is truly in a class by itself, Hong Kong cinema's only big budget Chiu Chow opera spectacular. Starring renowned diva Hsiao Nan-ying, it is a vivid dramatization of the 13th century Sung Dynasty battle that pitted the legendary General Chang Ta against the Mongol hordes. Director Chu Yuan transforms traditional Chinese opera into solid entertainment, making Farewell To A Warrior a joy for opera fans and movie buffs alike