An Action-Packed Epic Tale of Hidden Identities and Unrequited Love Source: Well Go USA, MPRM Communications Special Thanks to Leif Helland A spectacular tale of love, betrayal and revenge evoking a martial arts, fantasy version of Romeo & Juliet, THE ASSASSIN’S BLADE (??, Jian Die, 2008) debuts on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital May 7th from Well Go USA Entertainment. The celebrated cast includes Charlene Choi (THE JADE AND THE PEARL, THE SORCERER AND THE WHITE SNAKE), Chun Wu (MAGIC TO WIN, MY KINGDOM), Ge Hu (1912), Xin Xin Xiong (TAI CHI ZERO) and Siu-Wong Fan (IP MAN, WU DANG). Based upon a famous Chinese legend, THE ASSASSIN’S BLADE (aka BUTTERFLY LOVERS) tells the story of Zhu Yanzhi (Charlene Choi), who chooses to disguise her female identity in order to be accepted into the country’s most prestigious male-only martial arts academy, where she immediately finds herself at odds with her superior, Liang (Chun Wu). But soon, a stronger connection develops between the two, and as their attraction grows, so does the danger of Liang discovering Zhu’s gender. It’s not until Zhu is required to return home that she reveals her true identity. Could it be that they`re destined to be together? As the two lovers dare to voice their feelings, Zhu and Liang learn that her parents have betrothed her to Ma Wencai (Ge Hu). Will these the star-crossed couple ever be able to create a life together or are they doomed to a life without love? THE ASSASSIN’S BLADE has a runtime of approximately 103 minutes and is not rated. Blu-ray Catalog #: WGU01403B UPC Code: 812491014035 SLP: $29.98 DVD Catalog #: WGU01402D UPC Code: 812491014028 SLP: $24.98
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Well Go USA, Inc. is a theatrical and home entertainment distribution company that specializes in bringing top content, including the best in Asian Cinema to North America. As a leader in independent film distribution, Well Go`s titles can be seen across a variety of formats and platforms including in theaters, on DVD, Blu-ray, digital (video-on-demand, electronic sell-through and streaming) and broadcast television through cable and satellite. Since 1994, Well Go has acquired and released over 2,000 titles worldwide. In 2005, Well Go expanded its distribution to North America where five to ten titles are released monthly. Well Go USA`s corporate headquarters are in Plano, TX with offices in Taiwan and China.