this be a very well write and direct film with good location and very good acting . the discourse on the chinese approach to justice and the potential for corruption in their state center society be sharp and and from my experience and accurate . it be deliver a part of an entertaining story with very strong performance by the lead . i like richard gere in this and a i do ling bai performance . their chemistry attract the viewer and help u through the difficult issue the film address . a must see .