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Bodyguards and Assassins 2009

“To save a nations future, they must protect one man from its past.”

Status
Released
Runtime
139 minutes
Director
Teddy Chan
Networks
China Film Group Corporation, Bona Film Group, We Distribution
★ TMDB users: 6.8/10 PG-13 DramaActionHistory Released
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What is Bodyguards and Assassins?

Bodyguards and Assassins is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama, Action, History.

Type
Film
Year
2009
Status
Released
Runtime
139 minutes
Release date
Dec 18, 2009
Studios
China Film Group Corporation, Bona Film Group, We Distribution
Genres
Drama, Action, History
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
Episode runtime
~139 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
China Film Group Corporation, Bona Film Group, We Distribution

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Bodyguards and Assassins is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama, Action, History. Produced and broadcast by China Film Group Corporation, Bona Film Group, We Distribution. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Protectors unite in 1905 Hong Kong to save revolutionist Sun Yat-Sen from assassins.”

Reasons to watch
  • features intense action sequences
  • explores historical revolution themes
Keep in mind
  • contains violence suitable for a pg-13 rating
  • deals with serious political conflict

Watch it if you enjoy historical action dramas about protecting a key leader.

The film contains action violence and dramatic themes appropriate for a pg-13 rating.

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When is the film set?

The film is set in the year 1905.

Who visits Hong Kong in the story?

Revolutionist Sun Yat-Sen visits Hong Kong to discuss overthrowing the Qing dynasty.

Why do the characters assemble a group of protectors?

They assemble protectors because assassins have been sent to kill Sun Yat-Sen.

What are the primary genres of the film?

The film encompasses drama, action, and history genres.

What is the US release date of the film?

The film was released in the US on December 18, 2009.

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