A stellar cast of actresses will lead Legendary Amazons, a film about the women of the patriotic Yang clan in the Song Dynasty (960-1279).

Mainland veteran Liu Xiaoqing and Hong Kong screen darling Cecilia Cheung are among the 12 actresses who will appear in the film that will be released on Nov 18.

The Yang clan is celebrated for its full house of valiant sons and their wives and sisters, who are equally brave on the battlefield.

Jackie Chan produces the film, which is unique in its focus on the families of women.