The Assassin 刺客聂隐娘 (2015)

(dir. Hou Hsiao-hsien 侯孝贤) One of Taiwan’s most celebrated directors does his version of a wuxia film, and it’s just as idiosyncratic as you would imagine. Static or very slow panning shots, minimal dialogue, and flat performances make this more of a meditation than an action movie. The cinematography and scenery is exquisite, though, and you can understand why Cannes rewarded Hou with a best director award. ★★★★☆