In this epic action film set alternately in modern Hong Kong and the early Qin Dynasty, successful archaeologist Jack (Jackie Chan) dreams that he's Emperor Qin Shihuang's legendary Gen. Meng Yi, who must rescue the emperor's betrothed, Ok Soo. Ironically, the real, modern-day Jack is commissioned to find Qin's mythical tomb containing the secrets of immortality. Chan and director Stanley Tong reteam for this multi-period adventure.