Set during the harrowing, hell-ravaged era of the infamous warlords, the small city state of Liang lies defenceless against the terrifying hordes of the Zhao nation. Their salvation lies in one man, Ge Li (Infernal Affairs superstar Andy Lau). A mysterious, nomadic warrior, Ge Li possesses an awe-inspiring grasp of military strategy and is utterly lethal in the art of combat.

Armed with only this cunning and startling bravery, he marshals the demoralized citizens into a vicious and powerful fighting machine, forcing back the rampant armies of the Zhao. But as his victory is within his grasp, Ge Li discovers a shattering betrayal that may well tear apart the very nation he is seeking to protect.

Directed by Chi Leung 'Jacob' Cheung, the action director of Hero, the Inelegant English title of Battle of Wits (Muk gong) should not at as a dissuader to a film that was described by Eye for Film as "a model of artistic harmony" and Variety as "an Asian big-budgeter in which the characters don't get lost among the production design and special effects." Indeed, it's the character detail that is regarded as the film's primary strength and the one that should find favour with those looking for alternatives to the Hollywood big movie approach.

Battle of Wits will be released in the UK both on DVD and Blu-ray by Metrodome on 26th December 2008 at the RRP of £17.99 (DVD and £24.99 (Blu-ray). Special features include:

• The Making of Battle Of Wits documentary (53 mins);
• Theatrical trailer.