Sky Hunter


Sky Hunter is a Chinese war film directed by Li Chen. It is Li's directorial debut. The film is produced in collaboration with People's Liberation Army Air Force and is China's first aerial warfare film. It was released on September 29, 2017.

Synopsis

The plot centers on an elite group of Chinese soldiers that thwart a terrorist plot and resolve a hostage crisis.

Cast

The film had the full support of the People's Liberation Army Air Force, with it being the first time that a film crew was allowed access to the military bases by the People's Liberation Army Air Force for shooting. Military experts and trainers serve as advisers for the movie's script, which is primarily written by air force Lieutenant Colonel Zhang Li.

Filming

The film features various front line combat aircraft, including the Y-20 airlifter, the J-20 stealth fighter, the J-11, the H-6, and the J-10 multirole combat aircraft. Scenes were shot in Death Valley, U.S; also known as the “Star Wars Canyon”; as well as in various parts of China and Kazakhstan.

Casting

Director Li's girlfriend and top Chinese actress Fan Bingbing was cast as the female lead, playing a PLA pilot. Fan reportedly received no wage for her appearance.

Music

The movie features music from Hans Zimmer, known for his scores in Hollywood productions; and Pixomondo, the visual effects company behind Game of Thrones. Chinese singer and actor Lu Han lent his vocals for the film's ending theme song "Chasing Dream With Childlike Heart".

Awards and nominations