The Deadly Knives
The Deadly Knives

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The Deadly Knives

1972
Movie
88 min
Mandarin

Plotting to obtain the Yen family's land, dastardly Japanese plutocrat Omura bribes Yen nephew Hsu Chien to steal the family seal and land deed. When Hsu Chien is caught in the act, he viciously beats elderly Master Yen to death to cover his actions. Determined to avenge the wrongs committed on his family and his country, young master Yen Tzu Fei blazes a knife-throwing path of revenge that leads him to his love Yue Hua's father, who has corrupt connections with the Japanese

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: John DoeGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A hardened detective goes undercover to dismantle a ruthless crime syndicate involved in a series of brutal murders. As he gets closer to the truth, he finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of betrayal and violence, where trust is a luxury he cannot afford. The line between hunter and hunted blurs as he races against time to stop the next murder.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Deadly Knives' received mixed reviews, with critics praising its gritty atmosphere and action sequences, but some finding the plot predictable. Audiences, however, embraced its suspenseful narrative and violent undertones, contributing to its cult following over the years.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action and suspenseful pacing.

  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Appreciated for its dark, gritty atmosphere and realistic portrayal of crime.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's thrilling plot and the performances of the lead actors. Some reviewers noted that while the story was engaging, it lacked originality compared to other crime thrillers of the era. The film's violent nature was a point of discussion, with many finding it fitting for the genre.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Sound Editing at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The iconic knife used in the film's poster was a prop specially designed and forged for the movie, becoming a collector's item among genre enthusiasts.

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