"Curse" is another movie that initially seems like (and is marketed as such) another Crouching Tiger type movie. But like the previously reviewed Hero, it is not really the same at all. And save for the end, where there are epic battles, there is very little violence or swordplay. It is more a movie of palace intrigue, with emperor pitted against consort, changing alliances among sons and secrets from the past emerging to threaten the imperial family. All set amid utter opulence.
The sets and costumes are simply amazing, and the very hot Gong Li is strapped in so tight she always seem in danger of popping out.
I do wish the marketing of the film was a bit truer to what the film is. I think the movie actually might be better received if people did not feel like they were deceived into seeing it. it has the merits to stand on its own, and does not need to ride on any movie coattails.
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