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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is Ang Lee's 2000 wuxia romance, a Mandarin-language worldwide hit that won four Academy Awards.
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What is the romance at the center of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon?
Ang Lee's 2000 film balances two romances: the restrained bond between Li Mu Bai and Yu Shu Lien, and the wilder relationship between Jen Yu and Lo. That tension is part of why the film works as both wuxia action and romantic tragedy.
Who stars in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon?
The main cast includes Chow Yun-fat as Li Mu Bai, Michelle Yeoh as Yu Shu Lien, Zhang Ziyi as Jen Yu, and Chang Chen as Lo. The film is in Mandarin and became a major international hit in 2000.
How many Oscars did Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon win?
It won 4 Academy Awards, including Best Foreign Language Film and Best Cinematography. Its success helped introduce a wider global audience to wuxia cinema.
Is the Green Destiny sword from a novel?
Yes. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is based on a novel by Wang Dulu, part of the Crane Iron series. The stolen Green Destiny sword drives the plot and exposes Jen Yu's hidden training and desire for freedom.
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