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Man-Slashing Horse-Piercing Sword
In medieval Japan, a brutal and corrupt magistrate is planning to kill the child who is about to become the heir to the estate and position of the local lord and substitute his own "heir", an orphan, in order to get control of the late lord's estate and rule as the impostor's "regent". However, a mysterious stranger appears and sets out to thwart the magistrate's plans and free the people from his oppressive rule.
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Plot Summary
In ancient China, a legendary warrior known only as the 'Horse-Piercer' rises to defend his village from a tyrannical warlord. Wielding a mythical sword, he embarks on a perilous quest, facing assassins, treacherous landscapes, and supernatural challenges. His ultimate goal is to defeat the warlord and restore peace to the war-torn land, embodying courage and justice.
Critical Reception
Information regarding the critical reception of 'Man-Slashing Horse-Piercing Sword' from 1929 is largely unavailable due to the era's archival practices and the film's obscurity. However, films of this genre from that period often focused on spectacle and action, appealing to audiences seeking thrilling entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
Spectacular martial arts sequences for its time.
A classic example of early Chinese action cinema.
Lacked significant critical analysis in its release era.
Google audience: Audience reception data from 1929 is not available. Early Chinese martial arts films were typically appreciated for their fight choreography and heroic narratives.
Fun Fact
Due to its age and the limited availability of film prints from that era, 'Man-Slashing Horse-Piercing Sword' is considered a lost film by many film historians, making any detailed analysis or viewing extremely rare.
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