Wuxia Cinema: The Magic of Martial Arts Centerpiece Screening and Reception: 'Dragon Inn'
VIEW EVENT DETAILSPresented in partnership with MFAH Films and Rice Cinema
Schedule
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
6 p.m. Reception
7 p.m. Film Screening: Dragon Inn
Health and Safety
“Wuxia Cinema: The Magic of Martial Arts” celebrates the history and artistry of classic films from Taiwan by directors including King Hu and Ang Lee. On Tuesday, October 18, Asia Society Texas presents the series’ centerpiece screening of Dragon Inn and a reception.
Dragon Inn (龍門客棧)
Taiwan, 1967, 111 minutes
Director: King Hu | Language: Mandarin with English subtitles
Wuxia movies were never the same after King Hu’s legendary Dragon Inn. During the Ming dynasty, the emperor’s minister of defense is framed by a powerful court eunuch and executed, and his family is pursued by secret police. In the ensuing chase, a mysterious band of strangers begins to gather at the remote Dragon Gate Inn, where paths (and swords) will cross. This thrilling landmark of film history returns to the screen in a new, beautifully restored 4K digital transfer, created from the original negative.
About the Series
“Wuxia Cinema: The Magic of Martial Arts” celebrates the action-packed wuxia genre in Taiwanese cinema. These epic, dazzling movies demand to be seen on the big screen! The series is presented by presented by Asia Society Texas, MFAH Films and Rice Cinema. Screenings are planned at each venue on select nights from October 14-23.
Generous support provided by the Ministry of Culture, Republic of China (Taiwan) and the Taiwan Academy of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Houston.
Performing Arts and Culture programs at Asia Society Texas are presented by Syamal and Susmita Poddar. Major support comes from Nancy C. Allen, Chinhui Juhn and Eddie Allen, the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance, Houston Endowment, and The Brown Foundation Inc. Generous funding also provided by AARP, The Anchorage Foundation of Texas, The Clayton Fund, The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts, and the Wortham Foundation. Additional support provided by the Texas Commission on the Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, United Airlines, and through contributions from the Friends of Asia Society, a dedicated group of individuals and organizations committed to bringing exceptional programming and exhibitions to Asia Society Texas.
Performing Arts and Culture Presenting Sponsors
Syamal and Susmita Poddar
Performing Arts and Culture Program Sponsors
Presenting Partners
About Asia Society Texas
Asia Society Texas believes in the strength and beauty of diverse perspectives and people. As an educational institution, we advance cultural exchange by celebrating the vibrant diversity of Asia, inspiring empathy, and fostering a better understanding of our interconnected world. Spanning the fields of arts, business, culture, education, and policy, our programming is rooted in the educational and cultural development of our community — trusting in the power of art, dialogue, and ideas to combat bias and build a more inclusive society.
Event Details
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