this be truly a great film . it be unfortunate that the only dvd version that be available be in pretty poor shape ( though and i must add and not in a bad shape a the more recently film ash of time by wong kar wai ) . how the translation of hsia nu get to become a touch of zen and i will never know and it too late to change it now a a touch of zen be how the film be know outside of china . this film really have it all . some wonderful cinematography while a great story while marvelous special effect ( use good camera work without the use of computer ) while and and some good emotional content .