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Guardian of the Palace

Guardian of the Palace (2020)

Jul 31, 2020 1h 30m Fantasy Action

'Guardian of the Palace' tells the story of a time when a plague spreads in Heishun (Blackwater) Town during the warring warlords, and Tianya, Wunian and Jiujiu set out on a treasure hunt to find the Golden Moon Gem that cures the plague. The warlord Feng Pei Chuan was trailing them and tried to take the gems for himself, but Tianya and the others managed to subdue Feng Pei Chuan, reclaim the gems and save the people.

Directed by Wei Yuhai

Cast

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Peng Yusi
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Peng Yusi

as Tian Ya

Du Yiheng
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Du Yiheng

as Feng Peichuan

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He Yirong

as Wu Nian

Lu Qiwei
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Lu Qiwei

as Jiu Yue

Chen Yiming
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Chen Yiming

as Zhang Tian

Sammy Hung Tin-Chiu
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Sammy Hung Tin-Chiu

as Chang Feng

Li Long
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Li Long

as Qiu Lu

Zhao Gang
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Zhao Gang

as Wang Shushi

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Nian Yunfeng

as Lao Huang

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Mu Ge

as Shao Ye

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Zhang Guang

as Bandit Lord

Crew

Director
  • Wei Yuhai
Writer
  • Ge Wu
Producer
  • Ma Shanna

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Thematic Analysis

This high-octane Fantasy/Action film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Guardian of the Palace distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.

Director Wei Yuhai 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2020, 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 Guardian of the Palace took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 148 minutes long.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
  • The costume department created over 151 unique costume pieces for the production.

Historical Context

  • In 2020, when this film is released:
  • Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
  • Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: July 31, 2020
  • Runtime: 1h 30m

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