Pride's Deadly Fury
Pride's Deadly Fury

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Pride's Deadly Fury

1983
Movie
99 min
Mandarin

This film shows the legend of the Martial artist Dongfang Xu. Dongfan Xu takes Shenzhang Li as his master to learn the Eight Trigram Palm. In order to rescue Yu Rong, his daughter, he defeats the Russian Hercules, who kidnaps Yurong.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Philip SavilleGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set during World War II, the film follows the complex relationships and moral dilemmas faced by British officers stationed in India. As political tensions rise and the war effort intensifies, they must navigate personal desires, professional duties, and the growing nationalist sentiment among the Indian populace. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for power amidst a backdrop of colonial decline.

Critical Reception

Pride's Deadly Fury received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its ambitious scope and the performances of its lead actors, others found the pacing uneven and the storyline somewhat melodramatic. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the historical drama and others finding it less engaging than other war films of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong ensemble cast and period detail.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and slow pacing in parts.

  • Offers an interesting, though sometimes heavy-handed, look at the end of British rule in India.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but general sentiment suggests a niche appreciation for its historical context and dramatic elements, with some finding it dated.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a television miniseries before being adapted into a feature film.

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