7½ Detectives
7½ Detectives

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7½ Detectives

1988
Movie
90 min
Mandarin

Taiwan Comedy directed by Kevin Chu Yen-Ping and starring Eric Tsang and Stanley Fung.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Director: Kirk WongGenres: Action, Comedy, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

Seven skilled martial artists are dispatched to a remote village to investigate a series of mysterious disappearances and strange occurrences. Upon arrival, they uncover that the village is plagued by a vengeful spirit. The seven men must unite their diverse fighting styles and courage to confront the supernatural entity and protect the innocent villagers from its wrath.

Critical Reception

The Seven Daku was a commercial success and generally well-received for its blend of energetic martial arts action and comedic elements. Critics and audiences appreciated the performances of the lead actors and the fast-paced entertainment value, though some found the plot a bit simplistic. It is considered a solid example of Hong Kong martial arts comedies from the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dynamic action choreography and humorous interactions.

  • Noted for the charisma and chemistry of its martial arts stars.

  • A fun and entertaining martial arts comedy, despite a straightforward plot.

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Fun Fact

While the film is titled '7½ Detectives' in some releases, the actual number of main protagonists with martial arts skills who investigate the mystery is seven.

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