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Chivalry Deadly Feud
When he was a child, Champ Wang was adopted by a noble man, and as years went by, he fell in love with the man's daughter. After the girl's family was slaughtered, he hid the girl in a secret place and attempted to fine the murderers. During his chase, he killed some great fighters, and their families decide to contract killers in order to get rid of him.
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Plot Summary
Two martial arts masters, disciples of the same sect, are pitted against each other due to a misunderstanding and the machinations of a villain. They must overcome their animosity and a series of deadly challenges to uncover the truth and restore harmony within their martial arts school. The film features elaborate fight choreography and comedic interludes as the protagonists navigate escalating conflicts.
Critical Reception
Chivalry Deadly Feud is a niche martial arts film from the golden age of Hong Kong cinema. While not widely reviewed by major Western critics, it is appreciated by fans of classic kung fu movies for its action sequences and comedic elements. Its plot is typical of the genre, focusing on betrayal, honor, and impressive fight scenes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic and creative martial arts choreography.
Appreciated for its blend of action and comedic moments.
Often cited as a solid example of 80s Hong Kong action cinema.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive among fans of classic kung fu films, highlighting the exciting fight scenes and the chemistry between the lead actors.
Fun Fact
The film is known for its extensive use of wire-fu, a technique that allows actors to perform seemingly impossible acrobatic feats, which was characteristic of many Hong Kong action films of the era.
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