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Before watching this movie, I thought I would watch it bit by bit during a whole week, maybe in 5 sessions since it was about 5 hours long. Eventually, I watched both movies back-to-back just in one single day! It shows that the duration was definitely not an issue and I was definitely entertained from the start until the end. It may sound strange but while watching it, I thought it was some kind of Asian version of 'The Lord of the Rings'. Especially, when you see the heroes gathering, forming some kind of fellowship and then preparing for the battle which eventually take place in great details and which they eventually win whereas the odds were against them, you have to admit it, it was definitely reminiscent of 'The Lord of The Rings'. To be honest, sometimes, I have to admit that it was a little bit difficult to remember everyone's name but it wasn't really big deal. Anyway, after spending many years working in the US and making usually some rather disappointing flicks, it was very nice to see John Woo back in his homeland and above all, in such a good shape. To conclude, even though it was nothing really mind-blowing, it is a very well made and entertaining epic and I think it is definitely worth a look, especially if you like the genre.
7/10
