Chu Liuxiang: The Beginning

Bandit chief Chu Luixiang is the main character of eight wuxia novels written by late legend Gu Long. Many cult films rom Hongkong have been based on the history of his adventures (Clans of Intrigue, Legend of the Bat, Perils of the Sentimental Swordsman, Legend of the Liquid Sword etc) In Wei Dong’s movie we will learn about the early years of the newcomer Chu who aspires to become a "thief" and inadvertently befriends Mu Qianyu, the new master of the Divine Water Palace, who is dressed as a man.

Directed by Dong Wei, Chu Liuxiang: The Beginning leans on a strong ensemble — Dylan Kuo, Kang Ning, Joyin Cai — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2021.