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The veteran director's film, in which the Taiwan-born Shu
plays a black-garbed ninth-century assassin who never loses a
fight, even against huge odds, has vaulted into the ranks of top
contenders for the coveted Palme d'Or prize on Sunday.
"I never thought of making a female assassin movie, but for me
the choice of people is very important," Hou told Reuters in an
interview.
"When I look at the actor or actresses, I would think what sort
of movie would suit them, and I'm trying to make a movie that
depicts their personality more."
The character of a female assassin is, however, historically
correct and documented in Tang dynasty literature, Hou said,
adding that he had read so many books about the period that he
had plenty of material for several more films.
Hou said he was aware of the buzz surrounding his film since its
premiere on Wednesday, but he would not venture a prediction on
what the prize jury would decide.
"The jury is very different each year and also the quality of
each jury is very different, so you don't know who will like
what...
"That is why it is better not to think about this, and
concentrate on what I am doing best."
(Writing by Michael Roddy; Editing by Kevin Liffey)
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