Enter the Panther
Enter the Panther

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Enter the Panther

1975
Movie
89 min
Mandarin

To gain control of a gold mine, the owner Ho Kwai-Shan is poisoned by the Lee family. His daughter Yu-Ling is staying with her uncle at his martial arts school and was due to return home. Just before she leaves, the masters son, Sha Yu-Lung, returns home to teach at his a fathers school. Sha is given the task of taking Yu-Ling home but she takes an instant disliking to him

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Director: Sammo Kam-bo HungGenres: Action, Comedy, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

A young martial artist, seeking to avenge his master's death, finds himself entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a ruthless crime syndicate. He must hone his skills and confront powerful adversaries to uncover the truth and bring the culprits to justice. The film showcases impressive fight choreography and a blend of humor and high-stakes action.

Critical Reception

Enter the Panther was a moderate success, praised for its energetic action sequences and the charisma of its lead actors, Sammo Hung and Jackie Chan. While not as groundbreaking as some of their later works, it solidified their reputations as formidable talents in the martial arts genre. The film's humor and inventive fight scenes were highlighted by critics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dynamic fight choreography and Sammo Hung's comedic timing.

  • Features early, impressive performances from both Sammo Hung and Jackie Chan.

  • A solid martial arts film that balances action with humor effectively.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's entertaining martial arts sequences and the chemistry between the main cast, noting it as a fun, action-packed ride from the early days of these stars.

Fun Fact

This film marked an early collaboration between Sammo Hung and Jackie Chan, who would go on to become one of cinema's most iconic action duos.

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