Athena (2013)

Other name: 雅典娜女神, The Goddess Athena

Description:

Set against the backdrop of the foreign settlement in Shanghai in the year 1932, Athena is a gripping historical drama about espionage, patriotism, and personal vengeance. The story follows a brilliant spy agent operating under the codename Athena, who must constantly balance the brutal realities of a national war with her own intense family conflicts. Michelle Ye stars as the lead character, Liu Lizi, famously known as the Goddess of Revenge. On the surface, Liu Lizi is celebrated as the top beauty attraction at the glamorous Bailemen entertainment house, captivating everyone she meets. In reality, she is a highly skilled female spy who has successfully submerged herself among powerful Japanese officials. Driven by a burning desire to avenge her family line, she uses her cover to gather intelligence and strike from the shadows. This thrilling narrative blends suspense, historical conflict, and a powerful quest for justice, showcasing one woman's dangerous double life in a divided nation.

Director: Gary Sing [成志超]

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2013

Genre:Action; Romance