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Near the beginning of the Tang dynasty, in 7th century China, General Shi Yan-sheng is tricked into leaving the crown prince unguarded. The crown prince is murdered by one of his brothers who then becomes emperor. Shi retreats to a monastery, perhaps to hide, perhaps to plan a coup. When his loyal troops as well as the princess he desires are slain, he seeks refuge in a remote, abandoned monastery where an aged abbot schools him with practical, earthy teachings. The emperor's forces pursue Shi: first a woman, then a general seek to overpower him with lust and might. Over the course of the film, the reds of battle give way to blues of meditation.
Based on true events, the film tells the inspiring story of a group of Li ethnic girls who have never seen a football before, but under the guidance of a down-and-out coach, pursue their dream of playing the sport. Despite numerous challenges, they persevere with laughter, tears, and determination. Blending tradition with modernity, the film showcases the spirit of youth and sportsmanship while highlighting deep bonds of friendship, family, and mentorship. With rich cultural elements from the Li community and a touch of humor, it delivers a heartfelt and uplifting modern children's sports drama.
To survive, Huang, former opium trafficker, engages in illegal karate fights, a discipline which he is the undisputed master. He is contacted by Interpol, who asked him to infiltrate the opium networks of the Golden Triangle. At a secret meeting in Manila, Huang contacts Wei Chen, Hong Kong network leader, who entrusted him with an important mission in Thailand. Hung discovers that then heroin takes on a new road and interpol does not know the new road. Quickly suspected by traffickers, Huang with the force of his fists, engages a death struggle against the drug cartel.
