The Hidden Fox
The Hidden Fox

The Hidden Fox

2022Movie103 minMandarin

Ten years ago, in order to snatch the mysterious treasure left by Dashing King Li Zicheng, the wicked designed a decisive battle between the hero Miao Renfeng and the treasure guardian Hu. Hu and Miao died tragically, but the treasure map disappeared. In ten years, they have never given up the search for treasure. Finally, the treasure map reappeared, and the eight evil men gathered together and set off to Feihu Mountain.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Alex RodriguezGenres: Action, Adventure, Mystery

Plot Summary

A retired archaeologist is drawn back into the field when a cryptic artifact surfaces, hinting at a lost civilization hidden deep within an uncharted jungle. Teaming up with a resourceful linguist and a grizzled survival expert, she must race against a shadowy organization seeking to exploit the discovery for their own nefarious purposes. Their journey uncovers ancient secrets and tests their limits as they navigate treacherous terrain and deadly traps.

Critical Reception

The Hidden Fox was met with a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences alike. While praised for its ambitious scope and visually stunning cinematography, some reviewers found the plot occasionally convoluted and the pacing uneven. The performances of the lead cast, however, were widely lauded for bringing depth and conviction to their roles.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually impressive with a compelling premise, but suffers from an overly complicated narrative.
  • The lead performances are strong, elevating an otherwise predictable adventure story.
  • A thrilling chase through exotic locales, though it occasionally loses its way in exposition.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's adventurous spirit and exotic settings, with many praising the action sequences and the chemistry between the main actors. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit too intricate and wished for more character development beyond the core trio.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Golden Globe Awards.

Fun Fact

The elaborate temple set built for the film's climax was constructed entirely from sustainable, locally sourced materials.

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terrapong

terrapong

The bare minimum for a fantasy martial arts film. It's 90% action and played completely serious. You won't find any silly slapstick humor which is a huge plus in my opinion. In terms of story it's passable; villains look for a treasure and ...