Storyline
During the 12th Century a boy is born to a tribal chief. He is named Temujin, which means "blacksmith." Nine years later, his father is murdered by the Tartars After a long struggle, just when Temujin reclaims tribal chief status, the Merkit tribe kidnaps his wife. In order to fight against the Merkits, Temujin has to use his mother as a pawn in exchange for troops from ally tribes. Temujin manages to rescue his wife only to realise that she is pregnant with the enemy's child. Enduring tremendous anguish, Temujin throws himself into battle against the Tartars and slaughters the leader of the intruders. He eventually takes his wife back and accepts her child. Later on, he begins a campaign to unify all Mongolian tribes. By the age of 40, he is bestowed the title "Genghis Khan", which means "oceanic ruler".
Cast & Crew
Tu Men
铁木真
Lead
Ai Liya
诃额仑
Baasanjav Mijid
塔里忽台
B
Bayaertu
也速该
Asiru
孛儿帖
Qi Na Ri Tu
札木合
Bilige
赤列都
Shen Guanchu
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What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Sai Fu's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Genghis Khan is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
