Armour of God
Armour of God

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Armour of God

1986
Movie
97 min
Cantonese

Jackie Chan stars as Asian Hawk, an Indiana Jones-style adventurer looking to make a fortune in exotic antiquities. After Hawk discovers a mysterious sword in Africa, a band of Satan-worshipping monks kidnap his ex-girlfriend Lorelei, demanding the sword as ransom as well as other pieces of the legendary Armour of God - a magical outfit dating back to the Crusades.

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IMDb6.5/10
Google Users78%
Director: Jackie Chan, Eric TsangGenres: Action, Adventure, Comedy

Plot Summary

A wealthy adventurer known as 'Asian Hawk' is blackmailed by his former monk friend to rescue a kidnapped princess and retrieve the legendary Armour of God. The quest takes him across Europe, leading to a series of elaborate heists, martial arts battles, and comedic escapades as he evades a fanatical cult and greedy rivals.

Critical Reception

Armour of God was a commercial success, particularly in Asia, praised for its thrilling action sequences, Jackie Chan's signature blend of martial arts and comedy, and its globetrotting adventure. While not as critically lauded as some of Chan's later works, it is considered a fun and entertaining entry in his filmography.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic action and Jackie Chan's charismatic performance.

  • Appreciated for its adventurous plot and humor.

  • Seen as a solid, entertaining action-comedy from the 80s.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its exciting fight scenes and the comedic timing of Jackie Chan. Many found it to be a fun and action-packed adventure with a good dose of humor.

Fun Fact

During the filming of a dangerous stunt where Jackie Chan was supposed to jump from a castle wall to a nearby tree, he actually fell and hit his head on a rock, resulting in a severe skull fracture and brain damage.

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