A lady fugitive on the run from corrupt government officials is joined in her endeavors by an unambitious painter and skilled Buddhist monks. OH MY GOD, this movie. This is 100% one of the most badass films I've ever seen in my life. Don't let its running time worry you. This is entertaining from start to finish. A feast for the eyes. Wuxia (pronounced like "woo-shah") is.... well, listen and you'll find out. :)

A TOUCH OF ZEN is available to stream on The Criterion Channel.

TRAILER: https://youtu.be/ccYoSiMHYUM