Hero 2002
“One man's strength will unite an empire.”
What is Hero?
"Hero" is a 2002 film set during China's Warring States period. The story revolves around a district prefect who arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have completed a task.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2002
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 19, 2002
- Original language
- ZH
- Origin
- Hong Kong, China
- Studios
- Beijing New Picture Film Co. Ltd., China Film Co-Production, Elite Group Enterprises
- Budget
- $31,000,000
- Revenue
- $177,394,432
- Genres
- Drama, Adventure, Action, History
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Overview
"Hero" is a 2002 film set during China's Warring States period. The story revolves around a district prefect who arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have completed a task. The prefect's claim is related to an attempt on the king's life, which occurred three years prior. The film is categorized as a drama, adventure, action, and history film, lasting approximately one hour and 39 minutes. The film's tone and themes are centered around the idea of one person's strength having the potential to unite an empire.
Should you watch it?
“A district prefect claims he eliminated three would-be assassins of Qin Shi Huang.”
- Visually striking martial choreography
- Rich historical setting
- Themes of unity and empire building
- Violence is toned down to meet PG-13 standards
Watch it if you enjoy stylized historical action dramas.
Suitable for teens and adults comfortable with stylized combat and historic intrigue.
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Frequently asked questions
What historical era does the film portray?
It is set during China’s Warring States period.
Who is the ruler featured in the story?
The film centers on Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China.
What is the film’s rating?
The movie is rated PG-13.
How long is the runtime?
The film runs for approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
Which genres describe the film?
It is classified as drama, adventure, action, and history.