King Hu

King Hu: The Maestro of Martial Arts Cinema. Born in Beijing, China in 1932, King Hu was active in the film industry from the early 1960s until the late 1980s, primarily directing films in the wuxia and martial arts genres. He is most renowned for his award-winning films like "A Touch of Zen" and "Dragon Inn," which brim with his distinctive style, characterized by innovative editing techniques, detailed art direction, and complex narratives. King Hu, through his cinematic genius, breathed an extraordinary depth and artistic flair into the martial arts genre, forever transforming its landscape.