Flying Swords of Dragon Gate is a 2011 martial arts film directed by Tsui Hark and starring Jet Li, Zhou Xun, and Chen Kun. The film is a remake of the 1992 film Dragon Inn, which was also directed by Tsui Hark.
The film takes place during the Ming Dynasty and follows a group of travelers who seek refuge in the Dragon Gate Inn. The inn is run by a mysterious woman named Jade, who has a past filled with secrets and lies.
As the travelers begin to settle in, they discover that the innkeepers are not what they seem. The inn is actually a front for a group of treasure hunters who are searching for the lost city buried beneath the desert.
As the storm approaches, tensions rise and alliances form as the travelers and innkeepers must fight against a common enemy. The film is filled with stunning action sequences, intricate fight choreography, and breathtaking visual effects.
Flying Swords of Dragon Gate was praised for its impressive production design and visual effects, as well as the performances of its cast. The film was released in 3D in select theaters and was a box office success, grossing over $85 million worldwide.