A Touch of Zen
Originally released in 1970. A Touch of Zen is a action/adventure film. directed by King Hu. With a runtime of 3h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Synopsis
Gu Sheng-zhai, an artist in his early 30s, still lives with his mother, but he is suddenly shaken by the arrival of Yang Hui-zhen, a mysterious princess on the run. Yang brings Gu into her circle of protectors, including a nameless monk whose spiritual guidance transforms him into a valiant fighter.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 10, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
3h 0m
180 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (218 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
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Director
Top Cast
Hsu Feng
as Yang Hui-zhen
Shih Chun
as Gu Sheng-zhai
Pai Ying
as General Shi Wen-qiao
Tian Peng
as Ouyang Nian
Roy Chiao
as Abbot Hui-yuan
Tsao Chien
as Magistrate Xu Zheng-qing
Miao Tian
as Nie Qiu (Men Da's Advisor)
Melvin Chang Yun-Wen
as Tao Lung
Hsueh Han
as General Lu Ding-an
Han Ying-Chieh
as Chief Commander Xu Xian-chun
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- Union Film Company
- International Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Touch of Zen about?
Gu Sheng-zhai, an artist in his early 30s, still lives with his mother, but he is suddenly shaken by the arrival of Yang Hui-zhen, a mysterious princess on the run. Yang brings Gu into her circle o...
Who directed A Touch of Zen?
A Touch of Zen was directed by King Hu.
How long is A Touch of Zen?
A Touch of Zen has a runtime of 3 hours and 0 minutes (180 minutes total).
When was A Touch of Zen released?
A Touch of Zen was released on July 10, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Touch of Zen?
The main cast of A Touch of Zen includes Hsu Feng, Shih Chun, Pai Ying, Tian Peng, Roy Chiao.
Is A Touch of Zen worth watching?
A Touch of Zen has a user rating of 7.6/10 based on 218 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.