Tai Chi Zero
太极1: 从零开始
“See the extraordinary life of founder of the Yang style Tai Chi.”
Synopsis
In legendary Chen Village, everyone is a martial arts master, using their powerful Chen Style Tai Chi in all aspects of their lives. Lu Chan has arrived to train, but the villagers are forbidden to teach Chen Style to outsiders, and do their best to discourage him by challenging him to a series of fights. Everyone, from strong men to young children, defeats him using their Tai Chi moves. But when a man from the village's past returns with a frightening steampowered machine and plans to build a railroad through the village at any costs, the villagers realize they may have no choice but to put their faith in Lu Chan... who has a secret power of his own.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Tai Chi Zero (2012) ULTIMATE US Trailer - Well Go USAOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-18
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Jayden Yuan
The Freak
Fung Hak-On
Lao Zhao
Stephen Fung
Nan
Shu Qi
Mother Yang
Andrew Lau
Father Yang
Bruce Leung Siu-Lung
Dong
AngelaBaby
Chen Yu Niang
Eddie Peng Yu-Yan
Fang Zi Jing
Dillon Wu Di
Chen You Zhi
Chen Sicheng
Chen Geng Yun
Stanley Fung Shui-Fan
Grand Uncle
Xiong Naijin
Chen Geng Yun's Wife
Tony Leung Ka-fai
Chen Chang Xing / Laborer
Ying Da
Governor
Mandy Lieu
Claire Heathrow
Xiong Xinxin
Uncle Qin
Wei Ai-Xuan
Zhao Di
Jade Xu
Sister Mahjong
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 19, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 17, 2013
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.3M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Fung
- Screenplay & Story
- Cheng Hsiao-Tse, Zhang Jialu
- Original Score
- Katsunori Ishida
- Original Title
- 太极1: 从零开始
- Country of Origin
- China
- Spoken Languages
- English, Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.3M
- Production Studios
- Huayi Brothers Pictures, Diversion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Fung
Cheng Hsiao-Tse, Zhang Jialu, Chen Kuofu
Katsunori Ishida
Du Jie, Peter Ngor Chi-Kwan, Lai Yiu-Fai
Cheng Hsiao-Tse, Matthew Hui Wai-Kit, Zhang Jialu
Wang Zhong Lei, Chen Kuofu, Wang Liqun, Zhu Jing
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Fung
Director
Du Jie
Director of Photography
Cheng Hsiao-Tse
Screenplay
Zhang Jialu
Screenplay
Peter Ngor Chi-Kwan
Director of Photography
Lai Yiu-Fai
Director of Photography
Cheng Hsiao-Tse
Editor
Matthew Hui Wai-Kit
Editor
Zhang Jialu
Editor
Zhang Weili
Editor
Chas Chau
Visual Effects Supervisor
Kim Ho Pui-Kin
Visual Effects Supervisor
Ken Law Wai-Ho
Visual Effects Supervisor
Ng Yuen-Fai
Visual Effects Supervisor
Katsunori Ishida
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tai Chi Zero
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tai Chi Zero about?
In legendary Chen Village, everyone is a martial arts master, using their powerful Chen Style Tai Chi in all aspects of their lives. Lu Chan has arrived to train, but the villagers are forbidden to teach Chen Style to outsiders, and do their best to discourage him by challenging him to a series of fights. Everyone, from strong men to young children, defeats him using their Tai Chi moves. But when a man from the village's past returns with a frightening steampowered machine and plans to build a railroad through the village at any costs, the villagers realize they may have no choice but to put their faith in Lu Chan... who has a secret power of his own.
Who directed Tai Chi Zero?
Tai Chi Zero was directed by Stephen Fung.
Who stars in Tai Chi Zero?
The principal cast of Tai Chi Zero includes Jayden Yuan, Fung Hak-On, Stephen Fung, Shu Qi, Andrew Lau.
When was Tai Chi Zero released and how long is it?
Tai Chi Zero was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
How much did Tai Chi Zero make at the box office?
Tai Chi Zero grossed $1.3M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Tai Chi Zero?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tai Chi Zero was composed by Katsunori Ishida.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tai Chi Zero?
Tai Chi Zero holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: 14A; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).