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The First Emperor of China

1989 · 40 min Drama History Documentary
4.3 / 10 · TMDB

This historical drama tells the story of Qin Shihuang, who unified China's vast territory and declared himself emperor in 221 B.C. During his reign, he introduced sweeping reforms, built a vast network of roads and connected the Great Wall of China. From the grandiose inner sanctum of Emperor Qin's royal palace, to fierce battles with feudal kings, this film re-creates the glory and the terror of the Qin Dynasty, including footage of Qin's life-sized terra cotta army, constructed 2,200 years ago for his tomb.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1989
Country Canada, China
Genre Drama, History, Documentary
Director Tony Ianzelo
Runtime 40 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.3/10 (3 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The First Emperor of China is an acquired taste at 4.3/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1989. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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