Legend of the Black Scorpion (Hamlet in Martial Arts))

Legend of the Black Scorpion

Chinese, English subtitles

2006, 131 minutes

5 Stars

Oh, ye who love Shakespeare, miss not this film! Hamlet with martial arts. It is wonderful! If you don't know Shakespeare, this is a great introduction to same, Rainy Day thinks. If you do know Shakespeare, you are in for a treat. It is not a word for word adaptation, but the broad story is here, and recognizable. Beautifully photographed, great costumes, wonderful fight scenes. A feast for the senses, don't mis it!

There are a few trailers out there, here is one.

An Empress and the Warriors

An Empress and the Warriors

Chinese, English Subtitles

2008, 99 minutes

4 Stars

For story, Rainy Day gives it 3 stars, for cinematography, battle scenes, and costumes, she gives it 5 stars. It's the old story of Daddy/King is killed by a treacherous cousin; daughter takes the throne with the help of a trusted friend and General. The battles are epic, and great fun to watch, she falls in love with someone else, a commoner, and, oh, well, it's a great way to wile away some time. Rainy Day does suggest a glass or two of your favorite libation with this one. 

There are several trailers out there, here is one.