The Worst Film Ever

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It's funny watching the elements come together in this complicated scam. On one hand, the set-up isn't quite as complex as it seems, but there's an easy sense of fun in every exchange.

A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

Colorful Asian fantasy with the emphasis on romance and fanciful action; enjoyable enough in itself but not particularly compelling. The plot and look of the film reminded me of the "Chinese Ghost Story" Trilogy (1987-91), which I watched – and loved – only a few years back, while the gravity-defying stunts looked forward to Ang Lee's (obviously more accomplished) CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON (2000). As is the norm for this sort of film, the characters are all stock types (the nasty Siamese-twin villains being a particular liability) – which means that, for all the pseudo-philosophy which gets spouted (usually by elders) from time to time, the tale follows a rigid, rather simplistic and all-too-familiar path which doesn't allow for much depth or surprise…though "The Bride With White HaIr" herself (when she belatedly appears) is a memorable creation – and I wouldn't mind catching up eventually with this film's sequel (from the same year and director).

After reading and watching all these Manga themes, I started thinking about all this action with real actors, dark atmosphere, supernatural stuff, etc. Three years ago I had the chance to watch this film which fulfilled my appetite for a the above. YES, that was what I need to see. Overwhelming acts, heros and this dark, uncomfortable atmosphere! Lot of action since the beggining (what a fine directed slaughtery, without all this 'no reason for' blood hollywood crap) and a senario that was leading somewhere. It's been quite a long time since I watched this film, so I won't get into deeper details (I can't actually), but I recommend it to any Manga-style (and not only!!!) lover. Well done to the director & hopefully we watch more of him!NOTE: Don't get confused with "The bride with the white hair part 2". A completely different movie that I never bothered watching it till the end.

It is said, THE BRIDE WITH WHITE HAIR, is the Asiatic answer to ROMEO AND JULIET of West. Well, I don't know if that is true, but Ronny Yu's film is a symbol of the Hong Kong films. A lyric martial arts film, with two great Asian stars BRIGITTE LIN and LESLIE CHEUNG. The chemistry between them is amazingly and their love scenes very erotic. Over and above the inspired direction, art direction, photography, action choreography and music made this film one of the best in Asia.

Wow. I can remember watching this film with my mouth hung in amazement.It's amazing how the story really drew me into the film. Greatly choreographed swordplay and action, typical standard of Hong Kong cinema. Interesting death scenes include impalement & slicing up of people. The romantic part of this film really adds to the atmosphere (the tendersweet waterfall scene) and Brigitte's performance as Lien Ni Chang really helped her character shine. I've never felt myself cringe as much I did during the "leaving the cult" ceremony.Whether it's for the action or romance, the Bride with White Hair is really entertaining & highly recommended for viewing pleasure.