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Legend of the Black Scorpion (Ultimate Edition) [Blu-ray]

Zhang Ziyi  |  Unrated |  Blu-ray
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Zhang Ziyi
  • Format: Blu-ray, NTSC, Widescreen
  • Language: English
  • Region: Region A/1 (Read more about DVD/Blu-ray formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: Unrated
  • Studio: Dragon Dynasty
  • DVD Release Date: October 26, 2010
  • Run Time: 125 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B003VMFX1A
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #40,880 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

A cross between Shakespeare’s Hamlet and Tarantino’s Kill Bill, scheming royals and other officials attempt to consolidate power in a empire in chaos. Packed with deadly plots, sweeping camerawork, and elaborate fight choreography.

Customer Reviews

Add in the wonderful atmosphere and great slow motion fight scenes this is a good film. fmwaalex  |  15 reviewers made a similar statement
The ending does not make sense. Cestmoi  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
45 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
LEGEND OF THE BLACK SCORPION (a.k.a. The BANQUET) is the Chinese rendition of Shakespeare's "Hamlet". Directed by Mainland China's own acclaimed director Feng Xiaogang, joined with the lush cinematography by Tim Yip (Croaching Tiger Hidden Dragon) and the action choreography by Yuen Woo-Ping( Fearless); the film is set to bring Chinese Wuxia epic to new heights. Feng even acquired the services of one of China's most renowned international actresses; Zhang Ziyi.
The film was released in Asia in 2006( before "Curse of the Golden Flower"), set for the American market but for reasons unknown, "Curse of the Golden Flower" was marketed instead to U.S. shores.

Synopsis loosely derived from Media Asia DVD back cover:
The story is set in ancient China during the period of Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms. Against this backdrop of internal turmoil and external threat poised by the neighboring Khitan Empires, lives Empress Wan (Zhang Ziyi). As beautiful as she is limber, she harbors forbidden desires for her stepson Crown Prince Wu Luan (Daniel Wu). When the Emperor dies of reasons undetermined and his younger brother Li takes the throne, Wan marries Li to protect Wu Luan and seal her own position in the ruling body. But Li is not a fool and dispatches assassins that ultimately fail to kill Wu Luan. When Emperor Li proclaims a big banquet, Wu Luan and Wan realize it is time to strike.

The Banquet (I prefer to call it by its original title) is a beautiful film; elaborate costumes and set designs are the main draw of the film. Frankly, I liked this film's cinematography, atmosphere and set designs more than "Curse of the Golden Flower". The film simply looks astounding, the colors and way it is shot is truly amazing. However, beauty and cinematography can only carry a film so far.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT MOVIE August 11, 2010
Format:Blu-ray
LEGEND OF THE BLACK SCORPION (a.k.a. The BANQUET) is the Chinese rendition of Shakespeare's "Hamlet". Directed by Mainland China's own acclaimed director Feng Xiaogang, joined with the lush cinematography by Tim Yip (Croaching Tiger Hidden Dragon) and the action choreography by Yuen Woo-Ping( Fearless); the film is set to bring Chinese Wuxia epic to new heights. Feng even acquired the services of one of China's most renowned international actresses; Zhang Ziyi.
The film was released in Asia in 2006( before "Curse of the Golden Flower"), set for the American market but for reasons unknown, "Curse of the Golden Flower" was marketed instead to U.S. shores.

Synopsis loosely derived from Media Asia DVD back cover:
The story is set in ancient China during the period of Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms. Against this backdrop of internal turmoil and external threat poised by the neighboring Khitan Empires, lives Empress Wan (Zhang Ziyi). As beautiful as she is limber, she harbors forbidden desires for her stepson Crown Prince Wu Luan (Daniel Wu). When the Emperor dies of reasons undetermined and his younger brother Li takes the throne, Wan marries Li to protect Wu Luan and seal her own position in the ruling body. But Li is not a fool and dispatches assassins that ultimately fail to kill Wu Luan. When Emperor Li proclaims a big banquet, Wu Luan and Wan realize it is time to strike.

The Banquet (I prefer to call it by its original title) is a beautiful film; elaborate costumes and set designs are the main draw of the film. Frankly, I liked this film's cinematography, atmosphere and set designs more than "Curse of the Golden Flower". The film simply looks astounding, the colors and way it is shot is truly amazing. However, beauty and cinematography can only carry a film so far.
... Read more ›
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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Sometimes aesthetics are enough May 29, 2009
By SB
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
There's no point in rehashing the premise/actors/other details of this film, as other reviewers are hitting it. I'll simply make my arguments.

I agree that this film, for all its depiction of treachery and pathos, is cold and cerebral. I agree that the action is also depicted on a very cerebral level: it is so stylized that it is robbed of its intensity--certainly robbed of the visceral aspect that would appeal to those who are looking for an action movie. So I certainly advise against it for those looking for a great martial arts film. Check out "Tai Chi Master" or "Fong Sai Yuk" for that!

What is left after the emotional attachments and thrill of combat are removed? A purely aesthetic masterpiece. This is truly an "art" film: sight and sound combine in moving paintings, symbols, and stylized archetypes.

You will not be drawn in by the story and the characters. You will be drawn in by the crystalline imagery and sound that form an alternate universe in which everything is perfect form, hypnotic motion. Beautiful images are frozen in space and time, haunting music and movement and color supersede all other concerns.

We know Hamlet. We know this story. We know these characters. Here story and character are cyphers. In this film the source Hamlet simply functions as a framework to hang a filmed aesthetic, a transformation of the world into stylized form. Is it enough? Is this all that is necessary to make a great film? Yes. If you are sensitive to it, you will be stunned and enthralled. If you are not, you will be bored.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars Slow moving disappointment
Legend of the Black Scorpion is a disappointment given the who's who involved and the story. From director Feng Xiaogang to actors Ge You and Zhang Ziyi, it is loaded with talent,... Read more
Published 23 days ago by Steve
2.0 out of 5 stars Misleading Title
The same movie is also released as "The Banquet". Why do they do release a movie with two titles without telling customers? Read more
Published 26 days ago by BA Ung
5.0 out of 5 stars Zhang Ziyi was breathtaking
And I am not talking about just her beauty, which makes her my favorite Chinese actress ever. No, I am talking about her impeccable acting as well. Read more
Published 5 months ago by R. David
4.0 out of 5 stars Legend of the Black Scorpion
I thought there were some good fights. The story kept my attention. I would have liked some more action scenes by Ziyi Zhang she did not fight much.
Published 5 months ago by reddy
5.0 out of 5 stars love it
I love this movie I was happy to find it for such an affordable price, got here in the estimated time and I watch it all the time
Published 6 months ago by Sara Mowery
5.0 out of 5 stars Most Impressive
Originally titled "The Banquet" (English translation), Legend proves that Chinese movie making is finally in the big league with Hollywood. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Larry Gilstrap
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb
Unity of concept throughout the film, a theatrical opera feel to the set and costumes, the beautiful moves combined with martial arts, and the perfect score by Tan DUn that raises... Read more
Published 6 months ago by derek
4.0 out of 5 stars A Work of Art
There are wuxia movies, and there are wuxia Films. This is the latter.
Rich with stunning visuals, this movie contains musical numbers, traditional dance pieces, a brief play,... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mr FattyCakes
5.0 out of 5 stars A stunning visual treat!
I very much enjoyed this film. I found it a very compelling and wonderfully told tale. Yes, it does move at a leisurely pace, but as every frame of this film is such a beautiful... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Tamin
4.0 out of 5 stars The Banquet
The Chinese version of Hamlet? Should be interesting so I gave it shot. While watching this movie I started to enjoy this flim on its own and stopped comparing the similarities to... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Preston Downey
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