Evil Boss vs. Henchmen
Evil Boss vs. Henchmen

Evil Boss vs. Henchmen

1971Movie88 minJapanese

A high-ranking yakuza rises to national notoriety.

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IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users88%
Director: Leo PoonGenres: Action, Crime, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

A young, skilled fighter arrives in Bangkok to work at an ice factory, only to discover it's a front for a heroin smuggling operation run by a ruthless crime boss. When the boss's men harm his sister, he embarks on a brutal quest for revenge, unleashing his formidable martial arts skills against the entire organization.

Critical Reception

Critically acclaimed for its groundbreaking martial arts choreography and Bruce Lee's electrifying performance, 'Evil Boss vs. Henchmen' is considered a landmark in the martial arts genre. It solidified Lee's international stardom and is praised for its raw energy and visceral action.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense and innovative fight sequences.
  • Bruce Lee's charisma and fighting prowess are a major highlight.
  • A seminal film that elevated the martial arts genre.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved the film's high-octane action and Bruce Lee's iconic presence. Many viewers cited the thrilling fight scenes and the satisfying revenge plot as key strengths, though some found the plot predictable.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Picture at the Hong Kong Film Awards.

Fun Fact

Bruce Lee originally turned down the role due to its depiction of violence but was convinced by director Lo Wei to take it, leading to one of his most iconic performances.

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