The Four 3
The Four 3

The Four 3

2014Movie107 minMandarin

The reputation of the Four constables survives, but since Emotionless’s departure, there have been changes at the Divine Constabulary. The four Coldblood, Iron Hands, Life Snatcher, rescue Zhuge Zhengwo from An Yunshan’s mountain fortress, then with the Emperor and Di armies, they attack. But An Yunshan absorbs their power, which means the constables and their allies now face their most lethal opponent yet, a nearly invincible kung fu master who won’t stop until he has absolute power...

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IMDb5.3/10
Google Users59%
Director: Gordon ChanGenres: Action, Crime, Fantasy, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

The story picks up with Detective Maier and his former colleague, Master Zhui, investigating a series of seemingly unrelated crimes across the capital city. As they delve deeper, they uncover a conspiracy that points towards a powerful, shadowy organization with sinister motives. With the help of the formidable constable Liu Yifei, they must race against time to expose the truth and prevent a catastrophe that could shake the empire to its core.

Critical Reception

The Four 3, also known as 'The Four II' in some regions, received mixed to negative reviews. While some critics appreciated the continued action sequences and the visual effects, many found the plot convoluted and the character development lacking. Audiences were divided, with some enjoying the fantasy elements and combat, while others criticized its predictability and weak narrative compared to its predecessors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its elaborate fight choreography and visual spectacle.
  • Criticized for a muddled and predictable plot.
  • Character motivations and relationships are often underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audience reviews for The Four 3 are largely unfavorable, with many users finding the story confusing and the acting uninspired. While a few enjoyed the action scenes, the majority felt the film lacked substance and failed to live up to its potential.

Fun Fact

The film is the third installment in the 'The Four' film series, based on the Wuxia novels by Wen Rui'an.

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