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Jade Dragon
Old school weepy sword fighting epic with Melinda Chen Man Ling, Cathay's answer to Cheng Pei Pei.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, seeking revenge for her father's death, embarks on a dangerous quest to recover a stolen jade dragon. Along her journey, she encounters martial arts masters and fierce adversaries, honing her skills to confront the ruthless gang responsible for her family's tragedy. Her path is fraught with peril, but her determination to bring justice prevails.
Critical Reception
Jade Dragon was a moderately successful martial arts film of its era, praised for its energetic fight choreography and the compelling performance of its lead actress. While not a critical darling, it resonated with audiences who enjoyed Wuxia genre conventions and strong female protagonists.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dynamic action sequences.
Cheng Pei-pei delivers a strong and memorable performance.
A solid entry in the Wuxia genre of the late 1960s.
Google audience: Audience reception information for Jade Dragon from Google reviews is not readily available. However, films of this genre from the period were generally appreciated for their martial arts prowess and adventurous storytelling.
Fun Fact
Cheng Pei-pei, who starred as the protagonist, was already a renowned actress in Hong Kong cinema at the time, often referred to as the 'Queen of the Swordswoman'.
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