Legendary Amazons is a Chinese film directed by Frankie Chan, and it is a retelling of the popular Chinese folktale, "The Yang Warriors", which tells the tale of the female generals of the Yang family who fought to protect their country during times of war.
The film puts a strong emphasis on female empowerment and the importance of family and loyalty. Mu Guiying, played by Cecilia Cheung, is the main protagonist and takes on the role of a strong, brave warrior, who gathers the other widows of the Yang clan to form an army of women to protect their country. They use innovative fighting strategies such as utilizing pregnancy to deceive the enemy, and resorting to guerilla tactics to overcome the enemy's advanced weaponry.
The film blends epic battle scenes with personal stories of the women, depicting their struggles as they face societal norms that expect them to stay at home and raise their children instead of fighting in wars. There are also romantic subplots involving the women's relationships with their husbands, who are either killed in battle or left to defend their home alone.
Legendary Amazons is a visually stunning film, with bold and vibrant colors, intricate costumes, and breathtaking landscape shots. It's an action-packed epic with powerful performances from its female cast, and it's a touching tribute to the brave women of China's past.