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The Battle at Lake Changjin II: Water Gate Bridge

Name: The Battle at Lake Changjin II: Water Gate Bridge
Director: Tsui Hark
Genre: War, History, Action
Released: 2022-01-01
Duration: 149 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Wu Jing, Jackson Yee, Zhu Yawen, Jerry Lee, Elvis Han

2022Dir. Tsui Hark2h 29m

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Runtime2h 29m

Released2022

Budget$200M

Box office$626.2M

DirectorTsui Hark

About This Movie

The Battle at Lake Changjin II: Water Gate Bridge is a 2022 war film directed by Tsui Hark. It combines elements of history and action, set during the Korean War. This film is part of The Battle at Lake Changjin Collection, appealing to fans of military cinema and historical narratives.

In The Battle at Lake Changjin II: Water Gate Bridge, Commander Wu Qianli leads the 7th Infantry Company on a critical mission during the Korean War. Their objective is to destroy a bridge at Funchilin Pass, preventing enemy troops from retreating. The film highlights themes of Chinese communism and features a blend of historical context and action sequences.

With a runtime of 149 minutes, this film showcases a strong cast including Wu Jing, Jackson Yee, and Zhu Yawen. The narrative focuses on the challenges faced by soldiers in a wartime environment, making it a significant entry in the war genre. Collectors interested in films that depict historical conflicts and national narratives will find this title relevant as it contributes to the understanding of the Korean War from a Chinese perspective.

Significant sequel to the original film. · Explores themes of sacrifice and duty. · Visually striking with strong practical effects.