
Outlining a feminist narrative: The Assassin (Hou Hsiao-hsien, 2015)
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Hou Hsiao-hsien attempt to the wuxia genre The Assassin (2015) is Taiwanese director Hou Hsiao-hsien’s latest feature and first attempt at the wuxia genre. The movie is a joint Taiwan-Hong Kong production whose female protagonist is played by actress Shu Qi, at her third collaboration with the director. Her male counterpart is interpreted by international movie star Chang Chen, already … Continua a leggere Outlining a feminist narrative: The Assassin (Hou Hsiao-hsien, 2015)