The Hongmen Banquet: The Great Han Dynasty Film and Novel Series

Author: Li Chen
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: The banquet at Hongmen is a well-known legend in Chinese history, with the vivid historical figures of Liu Bang, Xiang Yu, Fan Zeng, Xiang Zhuang, Fan Kuai, and Zhang Liang leaving a deep impression on people. This film uses the narrative language of cinema to present this pivotal and classic banquet in the history of Chinese emperors. The scene of "Xiang Zhuang wields a sword with the intention of Liu Bang" is thrilling and moving, showcasing the superb and magnificent Chinese swordsmanship. The series "Dahan Feng" has now been fully filmed, and it will be broadcast on China Central Television (CCTV) in early 2006. In line with this, we are launching a historical novel adapted from the same-named film. The book is richly illustrated with exciting stills from the film paired with descriptive text, providing readers with a three-dimensional recreation of the grand war scenes and tender emotions depicted in the movie.