TAIWAN · 2000

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Ang Lee
forbidden love duty vs. desire martial honor coming of age legacy and tradition
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Two warriors in pursuit of a stolen sword and a notorious fugitive are led to an impetuous, physically-skilled, teenage nobleman's daughter, who is at a crossroads in her life.

Year2000
CountryTaiwan
DirectorAng Lee
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon poster
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Crouching Tiger, Hidden DragonTaiwan · 2000
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