The Evil Karate
The Evil Karate

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The Evil Karate

1971
Movie
95 min
Mandarin

The setting is the underground lair of Devil's Gate, home to the ruthless and extremely powerful King Hades Yen (O Yau Man). Yen instructs the '7 Monsters Of Poison' to find Lo Tien Hung who apparently has a secret Jade Pendant. This Jade Pendant bears markings as to the whereabouts of a manuscript which yields great powers to the person who manages to get hold of it. The 'Monsters 7' have 10 days to find Lo Tien Hung or face the wrath of Yen...

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: J.X. RodriguezGenres: Action, Crime, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

A skilled martial artist, seeking revenge for the death of his master, infiltrates a powerful crime syndicate. He must battle his way through a series of deadly opponents, culminating in a showdown with the syndicate's ruthless leader. Along the way, he uncovers a conspiracy that goes deeper than he ever imagined.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Evil Karate' was met with a mixed but generally positive reception. Critics praised its dynamic fight choreography and the charismatic performances of its lead actors, particularly Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris. However, some found the plot to be somewhat formulaic and the pacing uneven. Audiences, on the other hand, embraced the film for its thrilling action sequences and its contribution to the burgeoning martial arts genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense and well-choreographed fight scenes.

  • Noted for the star power and engaging performances of its lead actors.

  • Some criticism for a predictable storyline and occasional pacing issues.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly enjoyed 'The Evil Karate,' frequently highlighting the exciting martial arts sequences and the compelling on-screen presence of Bruce Lee. While a few viewers found the plot predictable, the vast majority celebrated the film as a classic example of the martial arts genre and a thrilling action movie.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Fight Choreography at the Golden Dragon Awards (1972).

Fun Fact

The iconic final fight scene between Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris was filmed over three days, with both actors improvising many of the moves on the spot to create a more authentic and dynamic exchange.

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