Reviews

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  The Five Venoms

  5.0
  Action, Drama, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Mystery  •  Hong Kong

  The film that started it all has an intriguing mystery element to it that keeps the viewer engaged in the storyline and Chang Cheh even plays with elements of gothic horror in the way it’s shot.

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  Prisoner Of War

  3.5
  Action, Martial Arts, Thriller, War  •  USA

  Slickly made, ‘Prisoner of War’ may walk some familiar paths narrative wise but feels like a fresh spin thanks to a likeable supporting cast, solid direction, and a good amount of crisply choreographed fight action.

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  Shaolin Temple

  4.0
  Action, Comedy, Drama, Martial Arts  •  China, Hong Kong

  Rough around the edges it might be, but ‘Shaolin Temple’ is more than a milestone in China’s cinematic history – it’s an ambitious production that manages to pay off.

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  A Punch To Revenge

  3.0
  Action, Drama, Martial Arts, Thriller  •  Hong Kong

  ‘A Punch to Revenge’ may not be the best remembered actioner from the HK Golden Era but it’s a tough little flick if you’re looking for something off the beaten track.

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  The Villagers

  4.0
  Action, Drama, Thriller  •  South Korea

  ‘The Villagers’ is a fine action-thriller, tackling darker themes while still being able to weave in humour and pathos. Highly recommended.

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  The Shadow’s Edge

  4.0
  Action, Crime, Martial Arts, Thriller  •  China

  ‘The Shadow’s Edge’ melds old school action and new school technology to entertaining effect and gives Chan one of his best roles in years.