Battle with Women
Battle with Women

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Battle with Women

2018
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Mandarin

In a world inhabited by anthropomorphic produce, "Cipollino, the Onion Boy" fights the unjust treatment of his fellow vegetable townsfolk by the fruit royalty (Prince Lemon and the overly proud Lord Tomato) in the garden kingdom.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Zhang YimouGenres: Action, Drama, History

Plot Summary

Set in ancient China, this film chronicles the intense rivalry and strategic battles between powerful female generals vying for control of the empire. It explores themes of loyalty, ambition, and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of power and survival.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its visual spectacle and strong female performances, though some critics found the plot to be formulaic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stunning cinematography and action sequences.

  • Applauded for the compelling performances of its lead actresses.

  • Criticized for a predictable narrative arc.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's impressive visuals and the strength of its female leads, though some found the story to be less engaging than expected.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Costume Design at the Hong Kong Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The elaborate battle sequences required extensive training and choreography for the lead actresses, who performed many of their own stunts.

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