House of Flying Daggers (DVD, 2005)

Zhang Yimou is at it again, beautifully choreographing unbelievable fight sequences set in even more unbelievable settings (bamboo forest this time). Zhang Zi Yi also delivers an enrapturing performance as a blind court dancer. The chemistry between her character and the two male leads is also red hot. There are at least two unforgettable scenes that will leave you gasping for air and then asking for more.

All the ingredients are there for a great movie. But unlike Yimou's previous martial arts movie, Hero, House of Flying Daggers falls short of its potential. The movie opens with great expectations, setting the stage for a great love triangle between Zhang Ziyi and the two male leads. However, it trips on its own complex plot and ultimately ends abruptly and leaves you unsatisfied.

Still, it is worth seeing for the choreography and if you appreciate the genre.

Of all the newer Chinese kung fu type movies this is the best one. Even though "Crouching Tigers and Hidden Dragons" won the awards, this one is better. The story line is strong, the drum dance is amazing, and the acting is very good. The beauty of the scenery is to be rivaled. Buying this on DVD makes it possible to hear it in English nd that makes it easier to follow the storyline then with the subtitles. If you liked "Crouching Tigers and Hidden Dragons" then you should really like this one. If you haven't seen either because of your concept of kung fu type movies then this one will change your mind.

There have been plenty of films released that received massive critic acclaim, but once I threw it into my DVD player it took all I had not to gag and run screaming into the night. House of Flying Daggers received every kind of praise a critic could come up with and for once, the film is better than the hype.

Every frame of the film is sharp, colorful, and in every other way beautiful. The cast shows off their many talents with extraordinary skills in swordplay,dancing, singing, and dramtic acting. One of my favorite aspects of the film is the director's use of the changing seasons to accent the action and drama of the story.

I could not find a single flaw in the entire movie. Buy this. Stop reading this review right now, and buy this DVD. You will not be disappointed.





Why are you still here? I said stop reading. Go on, buy the DVD. You'll feel better.

I loved all the action and the artistry about this film. I love the female being the hero! I bought it because this is a movie that I can watch over and over and not get tired of! If you liked Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon you will love this also!!

The cinematography in this movie is excellent. The colors are very alluring. I very much like the way the director captures the essence of the characters and the use of his unique special effects. This movie has got to be my favorite.

Well laid out story with twists, surprises, and a love story wrapped inside the main storyline. The ending is powerful and suited to the story.

This was a real surprise. We were expecting a fable or surreal fighting story.

I love the geography of the movie. Everything was so rich and full of color. The landscapes were beautiful and the storyline was great!

If you like films such as "Hero", "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" or "Curse of the Golden Flower", then this film is right up your alley. A seamless blend of intense martial arts action sequences, rich plotline, and eye-stunningly colorful cinematography, this is one kung fu movie you don't want to miss.

Was disappointed, when compared to other martial arts films with Andy Lau, etc.

Not saying it was bad. But the script wasn't developed very well. Left me unsatisfied at the end.

Beautiful scenery and brillant colours. Last scene was a little messy. Really liked the story line. Would of been nice to get the lovers a lovely country inn rather than romping around in a grassy meadow.

Basically, a must watch for martial art fanatics. This movie combines great visual scenery with themes that are heartmoving. Action scenes are graceful and done with expertise.

Fight scenes are awesome...Chinese taste is slightly different than mine as far as the dancing scene at the beginning
Overall a pretty good movie

This movie just has you from the start it is a have to watch movie. If you are not up to watching sub title this movie will change that opinion there is action , adventure,great battle scenes.

This movie is so good. If you liked Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, you will love this film. Super exciting, beautiful photography, and a realy pleasant
story line. One of the greatest films in this genre.

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This movie has everything, it has romance, courage, wisdom, action, marital arts, beautiful scenery, seasons, excellant visual effects, beautiful costumes, elegant dances and so so much more. This to me has all the ingredients of a movie worth seeing over and over again as I have. Each time I watch it the emotional ending always makes me cry. I recommend it to all who enjoy any of the items I listed in the beginning. Please make more movies like "House of the Flying Daggers."

This is a great action movie which is also a love story. The fights are great and the special effects are something I have never seen before. This is a must see movie. I bought it on a wim.

Zhang Yimou is the greatest film maker of all time in my book. Kurosawa is neck and neck with Zhang, however. It appears that Zhang has studied Kurosawa yet this is only a small part of the unique style of directing that is only Zhang Yimou. The cast is extraordinary and Zhang Ziyi is tremendously talented as are her male leads. This is a memorable film worth watching over and over.

One of my favorites. Great action stirring dialog and an awesome fight at the end. Pretty cool for a love story if you ask me. A must have.

I BOUGHT IT 4 TIMES 2 TIMES FROM CHINA (THANKS TO EBAY) AND AT CHINA CITY(A LOCAL OUTLET HERE IN MIAMI)FOR THE DIFFERENT COVERS AND VERSIONS. O.K THE MALE LEADS ARE HANDSOME AND ZIYI ZHANG IS DROP DEAD GORGEOUS. IF THEY JUST WALKED AROUND FOR AND HOUR AND A HALF THEY COULD MAKE A MOVIE. NOW TAKE THESE THREE AND PUT THEM IN A VISUALLY STUNNING, TASTEFUL MARTIAL ARTS, TWISTING PLOT, LOVE AND DECEIT, SECRET SOCIETY, ACTION MOVIE, BEAUTIFULLY WOVEN AMONG THE MOST MAGNIFICANT SCENERY YOU CAN IMAGINE. NOW YOU HAVE HOUSE OF FLYING DAGGERS. JUST BUY THIS MOVIE.
WITHOUT POLISHING THE APPLE, E-BAY IS THE BEST SOURCE FOR THE DIRECT FROM CHINA DVDS. I PREFER THEM BECAUSE OF THE QUALITY, THE COVERS, AND THE PRICE,BE SURE THEY HAVE ENGLISH SUBTITLES. EVEN WITH FREIGHT THEY ARE HALF THE PRICE OF THE LOCAL CHINA DVD OUTLETS, 'OF COURSE BE DILIGENT AS TO WHO YOU BUY FROM AND THE COMBINED SHIPPING, ETC.'

This movie had me guessing over and over again with all the twist in it. This movie is a must see for any martial arts fan. not to mention allot of the characters are easy on the eyes if you know what i mean. lOL.

Dvd was in excellent condition. I have viewed it and was not dissappointed.
It was worth every cent.

I rate this movie a 6. I love it. It is one of the best films, let alone martial arts films that I have ever seen. It has an awesome deep storyline about love and deceit, and it was artistically beautiful. Oh, I bought it because Takeshi Kaneshiro was amazing in it. I hope he plays in more American movies.