Swordsmen of the Passes-Uncle Donger

Overview

Dong Erbo, born into a scholarly family, resolves grievances through his benevolence and righteousness. The film establishes his chivalrous image through scenes like Dong Erbo caring for the daughter of the murderer of his father, writing a certificate of indebtedness in blood to a robber, and freeing a young man who accidentally killed a relative. He takes in and protects an orphan swordsman, ultimately dying during a crackdown by government troops. The film uses a rugged visual language to depict the desolate geography of the West, and through the portrayal of these chivalrous men who relentlessly avenge their enemies, it conveys the philosophy that "the sword cannot subdue anyone."

Details

Status

Released

Release date

June 28, 2003

Original language

Chinese

Spoken languages

mandarin

Countries

China

Production

China Film Group,Ltd.,Salon Films,Century Hero Film Investment,Warner New Asia Co.,China Film Co-Production Corp.,Zhenbeibao West Film Art Center

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded