Confucius(2010)

In 500 B.C., during Chinas famed 'Spring and Autumn Period', Kong Ze (Confucius), a commoner reverred for his outstanding wisdom, is made Minister of Law in the ancient Kingdom of Lu. Under his inspired leadership, Lu ascends to new heights but becomes a target of conquest for the warlike nation of Qi. Threatened with annihilation by their powerful neighbour, a desperate people turn to their greatest teacher to lead their most powerful army. When Confucius delivers a stunning victory against all odds, a jealous aristocracy sets out to destroy him, but they should never under-estimate a remarkable man whose wisdom is more powerful than the sword.

Genre: Drama, History

Director: Mei Hu

Actors: Chow Yun-Fat, Xun Zhou, Jianbin Chen, Quan Ren, Yi Lu, Yao Lu, Kai Li, Ban Wang, Huanshan Xu, Jingwu Ma

Release date: 2010-02-11

Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Length: 2h 5m

Ratings:

• 6.1/10
• 45%