To Kill with Intrigue
To Kill with Intrigue

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To Kill with Intrigue

1977
Movie
106 min
Mandarin

Young master Cao Le chases his pregnant girlfriend away from the family castle. He does it in order to save her from vicious bandits who are going to murder his family.

Insights

IMDb6.6/10
Director: Chih-Hao ChiangGenres: Action, Drama, History, War

Plot Summary

In a period of political turmoil, a loyal general is framed for treason by a corrupt minister. The general's family is forced to flee, and his son, driven by a thirst for justice, embarks on a dangerous quest to clear his father's name and expose the minister's treachery. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and must hone his combat skills to confront the powerful forces arrayed against him.

Critical Reception

To Kill with Intrigue is a Hong Kong martial arts film that blends historical drama with action sequences. While not a widely discussed film in international cinema circles, it is recognized within its genre for its period setting and its portrayal of loyalty and vengeance. Reviews often highlight its fight choreography and its narrative, though some find its plot to be somewhat convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its martial arts sequences and historical setting.

  • The plot is often described as intricate, sometimes to its detriment.

  • Performance of the lead actors is generally seen as a strong point.

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Fun Fact

The film is part of a series of films that explored historical and martial arts themes during the late 1970s in Hong Kong cinema, often drawing inspiration from classic Chinese literature and historical events.

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