Jen — Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Character Profile

About Jen

Rebellious noblewoman who steals the Qingming sword to escape an arranged marriage. Her journey explores freedom, passion, and defying societal norms.

Jen — Character Profile

Alignment

Anti-hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Hidden blade, Acrobatics, Sword fighting, Rebellious spirit

• Strength: 6/10
• Intelligence: 5/10
• Charisma: 5/10
• Morality: 6/10
• Influence: 3/10

Character Facts

Played by

Zhang Ziyi

Appears in

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (5)

• Jen — Professional Master And Student — Li Mu Bai (Chow Yun-Fat)

  Mu Bai attempts to mentor Jen and reclaim the sword.

• Jen — Conflict Rivals — Yu Shu Lien (Michelle Yeoh)

  Clash between traditional duty and rebellious freedom.

• Jen — Conflict Former Guardian Turned Enemy — Jade Fox (Cheng Pei-Pei)

  Betrayal by a trusted governess over stolen knowledge.

• Jen — Family Father — Governor Yu (Li Fazeng)

  Authoritative father enforcing societal expectations.

• Jen — Social Benefactor — Sir Te (Lung Sihung)

  Jen's final act of respect toward Sir Te.

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