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Black Belt Watchlist - House of the Flying Daggers (The Wuxia Story Starring Ziyi Zhang, Takeshi Kaneshiro, and Andy Lau)

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This week on the Black Belt Watchlist, we spotlight a visually stunning martial arts epic: House of Flying Daggers—a film where beauty, betrayal, and blade work collide.



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This masterpiece is a must-watch for martial arts fans. Don’t miss Zhang Ziyi at her fiercest, Andy Lau at his coolest, and some of the most breathtaking fight scenes ever put to film.


Woman in ornate dress and headpiece wielding a sword, focused expression, vibrant patterned backdrop, creating an intense mood.

Set in the final years of the Tang Dynasty, the empire is under siege from rebel factions. Among them is the mysterious House of Flying Daggers, a resistance group stealing from the corrupt to aid the oppressed.


Two imperial police deputies—played by the legendary Andy Lau and Takeshi Kaneshiro—are assigned to investigate Mei, a blind dancer portrayed by Zhang Ziyi (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon).


But as both men fall under her spell, their mission takes a deadly and unexpected turn.


Three figures in ornate Asian attire stand against a lush bamboo backdrop. The mood is regal and focused, with intricate patterns visible.

This isn’t just a romantic thriller—it’s a martial arts showcase. From elegant swordplay to mesmerizing choreography, House of Flying Daggers exemplifies the poetic grace and power of classic Wuxia cinema.




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