Vanishing Son
Two students in the Peoples Republic of China are forced to flee out of China after having taken part in a protest action for freedom. They come to America, and try to build up a new life. After a while, one of the brothers pursues a musical career while the other gets entangled in a criminal organization.
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Plot Summary
A young Taoist priest from Hong Kong, forced to flee to the United States after his mentor is murdered, discovers he has supernatural abilities. He must learn to control his powers while evading both the authorities and the dangerous forces that pursue him.
Critical Reception
Vanishing Son was a made-for-television movie that garnered mixed to positive reviews, often highlighting its unique blend of martial arts action and mystical elements. It was notable for its lead actor and its attempt to create a supernatural action hero with Asian roots.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its creative premise combining martial arts with fantasy.
- Jason Scott Lee's performance as the titular character received positive attention.
- Some critics found the plot predictable but enjoyed the action sequences.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Vanishing Son' is not widely available on Google platforms.
Fun Fact
The film was also released as a four-part television miniseries before being edited into a single movie for home video and international release.
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