Rating of
3/4
Red Cliff (Chi bi) review
Daniel Corleone - wrote on 02/22/13
A tremendous epic battle of three kingdoms. Due to the bountiful figures, some background development were missing. The games, musical solo and some conversations prolonged the film. The overloaded cast was somewhat difficult to follow. Spectacular cut scenes, overhead, slow-motion and wide camera shots. One of the highlights was the ambush and opening portion. Boasts probably one of the best battle sequences on the big screen. On the positives, the action, location, costumes, soundtrack, screenplay and acting were impressive. Some provocative lines: "It seems that war is inevitable." "United no one can pull us apart." "I hate arranged marriages, women being pushed around." Overall, a good movie from the action aficionado director John Woo. Red Cliff shows themes of loyalty, respect for women, unity and war.
