Fist of Dragon
Fist of Dragon

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Fist of Dragon

1977
Movie
86 min
Mandarin

Chia Ling portrays a tough kung fu kicking Hong Kong cop who comes up one of the toughest criminal syndicates in Asia, with her tough skills and quick mind she manages to bring the gang to justice.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Chi-Hwa ChenGenres: Action, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

A skilled martial artist seeks revenge on the gang that murdered his mentor. He must overcome numerous challenges and a series of deadly opponents to achieve his goal. The film showcases intricate fight choreography and a classic revenge narrative.

Critical Reception

Fist of Dragon is a typical martial arts film of its era, generally appreciated by fans of the genre for its action sequences. While not critically acclaimed, it delivered the expected thrills and fight scenes for its target audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features exciting and well-executed fight scenes.

  • A straightforward, albeit formulaic, martial arts revenge story.

  • Delivers the expected action for fans of 70s kung fu films.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive for its action, with many appreciating the fight choreography. Some note it as a solid entry in the martial arts genre of its time.

Fun Fact

The film stars Bruce Li (Ho Chung Tao), who was one of several actors often mistaken for Bruce Lee due to their similar appearance and fighting style.

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