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Confucius

2010 • 2h5m Drama, History

Rating

5.9/10

Popularity

2

In 500 B.C., during Chinas famed 'Spring and Autumn Period', Kong Ze (Confucius), a commoner reverred for his outstanding wisdom, is made Minister of Law in the ancient Kingdom of Lu. Under his inspired leadership, Lu ascends to new heights but becomes a target of conquest for the warlike nation of Qi. Threatened with annihilation by their powerful neighbour, a desperate people turn to their greatest teacher to lead their most powerful army. When Confucius delivers a stunning victory against all odds, a jealous aristocracy sets out to destroy him, but they should never under-estimate a remarkable man whose wisdom is more powerful than the sword.

Details

Director

Hu Mei

Screenplay

Hu Mei

Jiang Qitao

Chan Hon

Cast

Chow Yun-Fat

Zhou Xun

Wang Ban

Release date

2/11/2010

Status

Released

Budget

$22,000,000

Origin country

CN

Vote count

110