The Heroic Ones
十三太保
CINEMA1970-08-14
RegionHK
Runtime126 MIN
Media TypeMovie
PRODUCTION COMPANIES
Nexus Editorial Perspective Nexus Original
“A large-scale tale of warriors, loyalty and betrayal that expands Chang Cheh's heroic mythology into epic territory.”
“A large-scale tale of warriors, loyalty and betrayal that expands Chang Cheh's heroic mythology into epic territory.”
Storyline
A Mogul king decides to take stealthy action to help overpower his greatest rivals. He chooses nine out thirteen of his loyal generals to embark on the mission. However, jealously amongst them sparks a treacherous family feud that could lead to catastrophic consequences for all involved.
DIRECTOR / Director
Chang Cheh
KEYWORDS
mughal empire
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