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Writing Kung Fu
A struggling teacher is bullied by kung fu students, then dumped by his own students. Meanwhile, an odd man in a coolie hat comes to town, pretending to be a trade delegate for tea and salt. But he's really the murderous Ah Yen, who ten years ago wiped out many residents of Red Clay Village, and his favourite trick is to play the flute whilst kung fu fighting. Through a process which is not made very clear, the struggling teacher gains fu skills which include strokes based on writing. Finally, he is the only one left standing to fight the villain.
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Plot Summary
A young man seeking revenge for his father's death trains in martial arts under a wise master. He faces numerous challenges and battles corrupt officials and rival gangs as he hones his skills. Ultimately, he must confront the powerful warlord responsible for his family's tragedy.
Critical Reception
Writing Kung Fu was a modest entry in the martial arts genre of the late 1970s, often seen as a standard revenge tale with competent fight choreography. While not groundbreaking, it offered serviceable action for fans of the era's kung fu cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Features standard, well-executed kung fu fight scenes.
Follows a predictable but satisfying revenge narrative.
An enjoyable watch for fans of 70s martial arts films.
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Fun Fact
The film is notable for featuring Bruce Li, who was often mistaken for the legendary Bruce Lee due to their similar appearance and fighting style.
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