Switch A.K.A. Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains • 天機·富春山居圖 (2013)

Switch (2013), originally released as 天機·富春山居圖 (Tian Ji: Fu Chun Shan Ju Tu) and also known as Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains, is a Chinese-Hong Kong action thriller directed and written by Jianjun Sun (Jay Sun). Starring Andy Lau, Zhang Jingchu, Lin Chi-ling, Tong Dawei, and Siqin Gaowa, the film centers on the theft of the famous Chinese painting Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains and the international pursuit that follows. Produced by China Film Group, Pegasus Entertainment, Media Asia Films, and Phoenix Satellite Television, the film combines espionage, martial arts, car chases, international criminals, and large-scale action. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media. 

STORY OVERVIEW

When the priceless Yuan Dynasty painting Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains becomes the target of international criminals, Interpol agent Xiao Jinhan is assigned to recover the missing artwork. The investigation quickly takes him into a dangerous world involving Japanese Yakuza, British mercenaries, international smugglers, and wealthy criminals seeking to profit from the stolen masterpiece.

Jinhan's mission becomes more complicated when he discovers that his estranged wife, Lin Yuyan, is also involved in the operation surrounding the painting. Meanwhile, the mysterious Lisa is working for the Yakuza and is ordered to get close to Jinhan. As the competing groups pursue different pieces of the valuable artwork, Jinhan must survive a series of betrayals, fights, chases, and international confrontations while attempting to recover the painting. 

ACTION HIGHLIGHTS

Switch combines martial arts, gunplay, car chases, stunt work, and international espionage. The action moves between Hong Kong, mainland China, Japan, Dubai, and other locations, giving the film a large-scale international setting. Andy Lau's Jinhan is involved in numerous physical confrontations as he attempts to stay ahead of professional criminals and mercenaries while protecting the valuable artwork.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

Collectors interested in Andy Lau's action films will recognize Switch as one of his large-scale 2010s productions. The film brings together Lau with Zhang Jingchu, Lin Chi-ling, and Tong Dawei while combining Chinese cultural history with modern espionage and international crime. Its 122-minute mainland theatrical cut also gives collectors an extended version compared with the 113-minute Hong Kong theatrical release. 

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Released in 2013, Switch was a major Chinese-Hong Kong action production built around one of China's most famous paintings. The film was written and directed by Jianjun Sun and produced through companies including China Film Group, Pegasus Entertainment, Media Asia Films, and Phoenix Satellite Television. It was released in mainland China on June 9, 2013, followed by its Hong Kong release on June 12.

• Verified AKAs:
  • Switch – International English title
  • Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains – Alternate English title
  • 天機·富春山居圖 – Original Traditional Chinese title
  • 天机·富春山居图 – Simplified Chinese title
  • Tian Ji: Fu Chun Shan Ju Tu – Mandarin romanization
  • Tiān Jī: Fù Chūn Shān Jū Tú – Pinyin
• Director: Jianjun Sun (Jay Sun)
• Writer: Jianjun Sun
• Producers: Zhao Haicheng, Shen Xue, He Lichang
• Music: Roc Chen
• Cinematography: Shao Dan
• Editing: Du Hengtao
• Production Companies: China Film Group Corporation, Pegasus Entertainment, Media Asia Films, Phoenix Satellite Television
• Distributor: Media Asia Distribution
• Country: China / Hong Kong
• Language: Mandarin, Japanese, English
• Starring: Andy Lau, Zhang Jingchu, Lin Chi-ling, Tong Dawei, Siqin Gaowa, Guan Xiaotong, Tan Songyun
• Genre: Action, Adventure, Crime, Thriller
• Martial Arts Focus: Hand-to-Hand Combat, Stunt Action, Gunplay
• Format: DVD
• Subtitles: English
• Running Time: 122 Minutes
• Release Date: June 9, 2013
• Release Year: 2013

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