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The Three Avengers
When two acrobats are fired for fighting with punks in the audience, they go live with an aunt who's being pressured to sell her house. The developer's nasty son, Lee Fu, decides to muscle the sale and soon he's at war with the acrobats.
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Plot Summary
A skilled martial artist seeks revenge against the corrupt officials who murdered his father. He teams up with other fighters to take down the powerful crime syndicate responsible for the injustice. Their journey is fraught with dangerous battles and treacherous betrayals as they fight for honor and justice.
Critical Reception
The Three Avengers is a typical 1970s martial arts film that delivers on action and fight choreography, though its plot is straightforward and often derivative of other genre entries. It's primarily appreciated by fans of kung fu cinema for its stylized combat sequences and the performances of its lead actors.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense and well-choreographed fight scenes.
Criticized for a predictable and thin storyline.
Considered a solid entry in the martial arts genre of its era.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's exciting fight sequences and the memorable presence of its martial arts stars, though some mention the plot's simplicity.
Fun Fact
Bolo Yeung, famous for his role as Chong Li in 'Bloodsport', plays a significant antagonist in 'The Three Avengers', showcasing his formidable physical presence and fighting skills early in his career.
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