The Warlords (2007)

Other name: 投名状, 投名狀, ウォーロード, 男たちの誓い, 명장, Tau Ming Chong, Tou Ming Zhuang, Savaş Kralları, The Warlords - La Battaglia Dei Tre Guerrieri, Les Seigneurs de la guerre, Władcy Wojny, Полководцы, 3 อหังการ์ เจ้าสุริยา

Description:

The Warlords is an epic historical drama set during the turbulent Qing Dynasty, telling the heroic tale of three sworn blood brothers. Their unwavering bond is forged amidst relentless warfare and profound political upheaval. As they rise, building a formidable military force, their shared ideals and loyalty are constantly challenged by power's brutal realities.

Their journey from humble warriors to influence is fraught with perilous choices and moral compromises. They navigate treacherous political landscapes, confronting external enemies and growing internal strife. However, the ultimate test of their brotherhood unfolds with a devastating act, mirroring the historical "Assassination of Ma Xinyi." This pivotal event exposes deep fissures within their pact, leading to tragic betrayals and the unraveling of their shared destiny. The film powerfully explores ambition's cost and war's devastating impact on even the strongest human bonds.

Director: Peter Chan [陳可辛]

Country: Hong Kong

Status: Completed

Released: 2007

Genre:Action; Drama; Historical