Wu Xia: Peter Chan’s new martial arts epic. Books & Film – Arts & Entertainment

www.timeoutbeijing.com — As the only Chinese-language film in this year’s Cannes Festival official selection, Peter Chan’s new martial arts epic, Wu Xia (Martial Hero), packs a weighty seal of approval.

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Wu Xia: Peter Chan’s new martial arts epic. Books & Film

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