The Chinese Wuxia (martial arts) picture was never the same after King Hu’s (A Touch of Zen) legendary Dragon Inn was released in 1967. Considered by many to be the best martial arts film ever made, Dragon Inn is set during the Ming dynasty, where the emperor’s minister of defense is framed by a powerful court eunuch and executed, and his family is pursued by secret police. In the ensuing chase, a mysterious band of strangers begin to gather at the remote Dragon Gate Inn, where paths (and swords) will inevitably––and impressively––cross. This thrilling landmark of film history returns to the screen in a new, beautifully restored 4K digital transfer, created from the original film negative. A glorious screening experience, Dragon Inn is the perfect example of why we go to the movies.