Ang Lee directed and written by Wang Hui-ling, James Schamus, and Tsai Kuo-jung. The film stars Chow Yun-fat, Michelle Yeoh, Zhang Ziyi, and Chang Chen. The plot follows two master warriors, Li Mu Bai and Yu Shu Lien, who are faced with their greatest challenge when the treasured Green Destiny sword is stolen by the mysterious thief. With dialogue in Standard Chinese, the film became a surprise international success, grossing $213.5 million worldwide.