Netflix has unveiled the first trailer for the unexpected sequel to "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" that is based on the final book in the "Crane-Iron" book franchise.
Harvey Weinstein has produced "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny" as the surprising sequel to the critically acclaimed and box office hit "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" that came out back in 2000.
The sequel to "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" will be based on "Iron Knight, Silver Vase," which is the concluding novel in Wang Dulu's "Crane-Iron" series, according to Wired. Thus, the story would revolve around the consequences of The Green Destiny's power.
Moreover, the trailer utilizes a cover of Credence Clearwater Revival's "Bad Moon Rising" by Palestra and Candace Devin, which might seem unusual for fans of the traditional Chinese music made by Tan Dun back in 2000 for "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon."
Chow Yun Fat was the first to wield the legendary, mighty sword back in the first film, and the trailer for "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny" already reveals Yu Shu Lien attempting to keep The Green Destiny away from the warlord.
Likewise, Ang Lee was not chosen as the director as the responsibility went to Yuen Woo-ping, who is actually a renowned martial arts choreographer. Woo-Ping is actually responsible for the dazzling fight sequences in the "Matrix" trilogy, "Kung Fu Hustle," "House of Fury," The Grandmaster" in and both volumes of Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill."
In addition, Michelle Yeoh, Donnie Yen, Jason Scott Lee, and Harry Shum Jr. will appear in the sequel to the classic martial arts film.
"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny" will be available on Netflix and on IMAX theaters on Feb. 26, 2016.
Meanwhile, Netflix has promised to bring at least double the amount of original programs in 2016, according to The Verge.
Ted Sarandos, who is the chief content officer of Netflix, revealed at the UBS Media Conference on Dec. 7 that 31 scripted shows have already been slated for next year.
Finally, Sarandos noted that Netflix hopes to successfully expand on a global scale, starting with developments taken this year in Italy, Spain, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and Portugal.