Chang An
2023 [CHINESE]
Action / Animation / History

Plot summary
A few years after the Anshi Rebellion, Tang dynasty military commander Gao Shi suffers a defeat in a battle threatening Chang'an. Trapped in the besieged city, he recalls his lifelong friendship with the acclaimed poet Li Bai.
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Movie Reviews
A love letter to the Tang Dynasty and poetry, a wonderful historical deep dive into the golden age of Chinese arts and culture
Not my Li Bai
This Li Bai is too crazy. It's not the Li Bai I know in my heart!
He should be a knight (xia ke), just like the one described in "Xia Ke Xing", holding a sword, wondering in the Rivers and Lakes (Jiang Hu). He is eager to become a great hero, not just longing to become a bureaucrat. If you know what I am talking about, read his poem "Xia Ke Xing".
He should also be very romantic, having wild dreams. But, importantly, he is not crazy. He dealt with all sorts of people, however, he always has a dream.
The film also has inconsistent styles. A few shots are just comics, not sure why the producer/director thought this is a better way. The animation is good, and could be better.