Wu Yen
Originally released in 2001. Wu Yen is a fantasy/comedy film. directed by Johnnie To. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sammi Cheng, Anita Mui, and Cecilia Cheung
Synopsis
Lost in the woods, the Emperor Qi stumbles across local chief Wu Yen, his predestined bride, only to accidentally free a promiscuous fox fairy who promptly falls in love with both of them, changing between man and woman to clumsily woo each, setting the scene for a constantly shifting triangle with the emperor torn between both the fox fairy and Wu Yen and the fox fairy after whichever one will agree to marry her first.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 18, 2001
25 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (19 votes)
Language
CN
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Sammi Cheng
as Chung Wu Yen
Anita Mui
as Emperor Qi / Ancestor Huan
Cecilia Cheung
as Yin Chun / Fairy Enchantress
Raymond Ho-Yin Wong
as Rebel Wu Tsi
Lam Suet
as Prime Minister
Lung Tin-Sang
as Court Historian
Hung Wai-Leung
as Court Advisor
Cheng Ka-Sang
as General Tien
Chun Wong
as Emperor of Qin
Benz Hui Siu-Hung
as Emperor of Chu
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
Production Companies
- China Star Entertainment
- One Hundred Years of Film Company
- Milkyway Image
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wu Yen about?
Lost in the woods, the Emperor Qi stumbles across local chief Wu Yen, his predestined bride, only to accidentally free a promiscuous fox fairy who promptly falls in love with both of them, changing...
Who directed Wu Yen?
Wu Yen was directed by Johnnie To.
How long is Wu Yen?
Wu Yen has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was Wu Yen released?
Wu Yen was released on January 18, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Wu Yen?
The main cast of Wu Yen includes Sammi Cheng, Anita Mui, Cecilia Cheung, Raymond Ho-Yin Wong, Lam Suet.