黃飛鴻鐵雞鬥蜈蚣
黃飛鴻鐵雞鬥蜈蚣

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黃飛鴻鐵雞鬥蜈蚣

1956
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Cantonese

hong kong film

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: 袁漢Genres: Action, Martial Arts, Wuxia

Plot Summary

In this installment of the Wong Fei-hung series, the legendary martial artist Wong Fei-hung travels to a remote village to investigate a series of mysterious disappearances. He discovers that a ruthless bandit known as 'Iron Arhat' is responsible, using a formidable martial arts technique called the 'Centipede Style' to terrorize the locals and steal their valuables. Wong Fei-hung must confront Iron Arhat and his gang, employing his own signature fighting skills to protect the innocent and restore peace.

Critical Reception

Released during the golden age of Hong Kong martial arts cinema, 'Iron Arhat vs. Centipede' was a popular entry in the prolific Wong Fei-hung film series. While specific critical reviews from its initial release are scarce, the film was generally well-received by audiences for its exciting action sequences and the enduring appeal of its heroic protagonist, Kwan Tak-hing's portrayal of Wong Fei-hung.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced martial arts choreography and fight scenes.

  • Appreciated for the charismatic performance of Kwan Tak-hing as the iconic Wong Fei-hung.

  • Considered a classic example of the traditional Cantonese martial arts film genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for older Hong Kong martial arts films like this is often based on nostalgia and appreciation for classic action. Viewers typically enjoy the straightforward heroics and the skilled execution of martial arts, even if the plot may follow familiar tropes.

Fun Fact

Kwan Tak-hing starred as Wong Fei-hung in an astonishing 77 films between 1949 and 1980, making him the actor most associated with the legendary folk hero.

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