Jian Guo Da — Ye

A defining feature of the 2009 film (released internationally as The Founding of a Republic ) is its unprecedented star-studded cast , featuring over 170 of the most famous Chinese actors and directors.

: Most of the high-profile stars reportedly waived their standard appearance fees to participate in the film as a tribute to the national anniversary. Jian guo da ye

Commissioned by China's state film regulators to mark the 60th anniversary of the People's Republic of China, the film utilized "celebrity power" as a tactical shift to attract a younger audience to a historical epic. Key features of this production include: A defining feature of the 2009 film (released

: Even famous directors like Chen Kaige and John Woo took on acting roles for the project. Jian guo da ye