Cast
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Donnie Yen
as Liu Jinxi / Tang Long
Takeshi Kaneshiro
as Xu Baijiu
Tang Wei
as Yu
Jimmy Wang Yu
as The Master
Kara Wai Ying-Hung
as Shi San Liang
Yin Zhusheng
as Xu Kun
Zheng Wei
as Liu Fangzheng
Li Jia-Min
as Liu Xiaotian
Yu Kang
as Yan Dongsheng
Kenji Tanigaki
as Xiao Ge Zi
Jiang Wu
as Detective
Li Xiaoran
as Xu's Wife
Wang Xinghan
as Magistrate
Zhou Bo
as Constable
Fei Wang
as Coroner
Crew
Director
- Peter Chan
Writer
- Joyce Chan Ka-Yi
- Aubrey Lam Oi-Wah
Producer
- Peter Chan
- Jojo Hui Yuet-Chun
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Dragon examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Peter Chan brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2011, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Dragon took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 115 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 146 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The film contains approximately 1650 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2011, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 4, 2011
- Runtime: 1h 55m
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