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Invited Heroes
With the introduction of Catholicism to Korea in 1784 came social upheaval. People who practiced the new religion were tortured into renouncing it or executed. However, these conditions do not deter Seung-hun and her brother from attempting to spread the religion.
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Plot Summary
A group of martial arts experts are recruited by a mysterious organization to go undercover and take down a dangerous crime syndicate. They must use their skills to infiltrate the enemy's ranks, gather intelligence, and ultimately bring the criminals to justice.
Critical Reception
Invited Heroes was a low-budget action film that found a niche audience, particularly among fans of martial arts cinema. While not critically acclaimed, it's often remembered for its enthusiastic, albeit unpolished, action sequences and its straightforward plot.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic martial arts choreography.
Criticized for its simplistic plot and underdeveloped characters.
Seen as a typical example of 1980s direct-to-video action fare.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available generally note its appeal as a fun, if unsophisticated, martial arts flick from its era.
Fun Fact
The film is part of a wave of international action films that capitalized on the popularity of martial arts during the late 70s and early 80s, often featuring actors with diverse international backgrounds.
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