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“There is absolutely no Wuxia or martial arts in 'Red Cliff.' I want all the action to look realistic.”

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John Woo, born on May 1, 1946, is a renowned Hong Kong film director. His works are known for their unique gunfight aesthetics and fluid cinematography, earning him the title of 'Master of Violent Aesthetics'. His representative works include 'A Better Tomorrow' and 'Hard-Boiled'. more

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