Legend of the black scorpion = Ye yan
(DVD)
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Published
[New York] : Weinstein Company Home Entertainment ;, [2008].
ISBN
1594449929, 9781594449925
Status
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Copies
| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bedford Park Public Library District - Stacks | DVD LEGAND | On Shelf |
| Berwyn Public Library - Stacks | DVD MANDARIN LEGEND | On Shelf |
| Bloomingdale Public Library - Adult AV | FOREIGN CHI LEG | On Shelf |
| Dolton Public Library District - Stacks | DVD 791.437 LEG | On Shelf |
| Eisenhower Public Library District - Stacks | DVD WORLD MANDARIN LEGEND | On Shelf |
Subjects
LC Subjects
Avarice -- Drama -- Video recordings.
China -- History -- Five dynasties and the Ten kingdoms, 907-979 -- Drama -- Video recordings.
Chinese-language films.
Deception -- China -- Drama -- Video recordings.
Drama.
Epic films.
Feature films.
Foreign films.
Historical films.
Historical.
Man-woman relationships -- China -- Drama -- Video recordings.
Revenge -- Drama -- Video recordings.
Video recordings for the hearing impaired.
China -- History -- Five dynasties and the Ten kingdoms, 907-979 -- Drama -- Video recordings.
Chinese-language films.
Deception -- China -- Drama -- Video recordings.
Drama.
Epic films.
Feature films.
Foreign films.
Historical films.
Historical.
Man-woman relationships -- China -- Drama -- Video recordings.
Revenge -- Drama -- Video recordings.
Video recordings for the hearing impaired.
More Details
Published
[New York] : Weinstein Company Home Entertainment ;, [2008].
Format
DVD
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (131 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
chi
ISBN
1594449929, 9781594449925
UPC
796019809917
Notes
General Note
Originally released as a motion picture in 2006.
General Note
Special features: Disc 1: Optional feature length audio commentary by Hong Kong cinema expert Bey Logan ; Disc 2: "Master of ceremonies:" an exclusive interview with director Feng Xiaogang; "Warrior Prince:" an exclusive interview with leading man Daniel Wu; the making of Legend of the Black Scorpion; "A dynasty uncovered:" behind the scenes on Legend of the Black Scorpion; trailer gallery.
Creation/Production Credits
Director of photography, Zhang Li ; editor, Liu Miaomiao ; original music, Tan Dun ; production and costume designer, Tim Yip ; visual effects supervisor, Phil Jones ; visual effects producer, Jiang Yanming ; action choreographer, Yuen's Stunt Team.
Participants/Performers
Ziyi Zhang, Ge You, Daniel Wu, Zhou Xun, Ma Jingwu, Huang Xiaoming.
Description
Scheming royals and other officials seek to conquer empires and consolidate power to form a single omnipotent dynasty. Meanwhile, a legendary empress who has the fighting skills unparalleled by any man, harbors forbidden desires for her stepson. Set in the Age of Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, tells the story of a royal court in turmoil including forbidden love, deceit, revenge, overpowering beauty, and greed.
System Details
DVD, region 1, widescreen (16:9 letterbox, enhanced) presentation; Dolby Digital 5.1 surround, DTS 5.1 surround.
Language
Film: Mandarin (Dolby 5.1, DTS 5.1) and English (Dolby 5.1) dialogue; English or Spanish subtitles; English subtitles for the hearing impaired.
Awards
Venice Film Festival, 2006: Future Film Festival Digital Award - Special Mention (Yiaogang Feng)
Awards
Hong Kong Film Awards, 2007: Hong Kong Film Award - Best Supporting Actress (Xun Zhou)
Local note
DVD
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Wang, Z., Chong, J., Sheng, H., Qiu Dai, A., Feng, X., Zhang, Z., Ge, Y., Wu, D., Zhou, X., Ma, J., Huang, X., & Tan, D. (2008). Legend of the black scorpion =: Ye yan (Two-disc ultimate edition, widescreen version.). Weinstein Company Home Entertainment ;.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Zhongjun Wang et al.. 2008. Legend of the Black Scorpion =: Ye Yan. Weinstein Company Home Entertainment.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Zhongjun Wang et al.. Legend of the Black Scorpion =: Ye Yan Weinstein Company Home Entertainment, 2008.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Wang, Zhongjun, et al. Legend of the Black Scorpion =: Ye Yan Two-disc ultimate edition, widescreen version., Weinstein Company Home Entertainment ;, 2008.
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