Eight Men to Kill
The third movie following the exploits of bounty hunter Shikoro Ichibei. The theft of almost a half ton of gold from the shogunate's official mine threatens to bankrupt the government of Japan. Despite a desperate search the gold has not been found, causing officials of the Tokugawa bakufu to call on their most skillful secret agent, Shikoro Ichibei.
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Plot Summary
In this martial arts thriller, a young man seeks revenge for his father's death, which was orchestrated by a powerful crime syndicate. He teams up with seven other skilled fighters, each with their own reasons to oppose the syndicate, to take down the organization responsible for widespread corruption and murder. The group must overcome betrayal and internal conflicts as they plan their assault against overwhelming odds.
Critical Reception
Eight Men to Kill is considered a solid entry in the Shaw Brothers Studio's martial arts output of the early 1970s. While not as iconic as some of its contemporaries, it is praised for its exciting fight choreography and straightforward revenge plot. Audiences familiar with the genre appreciate its classic kung fu action.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its energetic fight sequences and classic kung fu narrative.
- A decent martial arts film from the Shaw Brothers, though not a standout.
- Enjoyable for fans of 1970s kung fu cinema.
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Fun Fact
The film features early work from several actors who would go on to become major stars in the martial arts genre, including David Chiang and Chen Kuan-Tai.
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