One Armed Swordsman Against Nine Killers
One Armed Swordsman Against Nine Killers

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One Armed Swordsman Against Nine Killers

1976
Movie
84 min
Mandarin

Watch WANG YU as a one-armed savior battling the local goons in this martial arts classic. He has some rather amazing moves up his sleeve.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Director: Hsing-Hsing PaoGenres: Action, Martial Arts, Adventure, Drama

Plot Summary

A lone swordsman, having lost an arm in a previous battle, seeks revenge against the nine assassins who wronged him. He navigates a treacherous world of martial arts clans and hidden betrayals, honing his unique fighting style to overcome his formidable opponents. The story culminates in a series of intense duels where his determination and skill are put to the ultimate test.

Critical Reception

This Shaw Brothers production is a classic of the Hong Kong martial arts genre, celebrated for its dynamic fight choreography and compelling revenge narrative. While perhaps not as iconic as some of its predecessors, it delivers the high-octane action and melodrama that fans of the era expect, with a solid performance from its lead.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive and brutal fight sequences.

  • Applauded for its straightforward yet engaging revenge plot.

  • A solid entry in the one-armed swordsman subgenre.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, with viewers appreciating the thrilling martial arts action and the classic revenge storyline. Some note that while competently made, it doesn't break new ground within the genre.

Fun Fact

The film features early appearances by actors Chia-Hui Liu (Gordon Liu), who would later become a martial arts icon for his roles in films like 'The 36th Chamber of Shaolin'.

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