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Secret Ninja, Roaring Tiger
Dragon Kong, a victor of a millionaire's martial-arts contest, is about to begin the most dangerous mission of his life. For his prize, the millionaire's ravishing daughter Susan, has been stolen - kidnapped by a Ninja sect headed by Tiger So, a legendary Ninjitsu super-foot. Why Tiger has taken Susan, Dragon can only guess, but as the shocking truth begins to dawn, and the final showdown approaches, the violence of the Ninja reaches its fatal peak.
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Plot Summary
A skilled ninja master is framed for the murder of his own teacher, forcing him to go on the run. He seeks to uncover the truth behind the assassination and expose the real culprits, who are part of a conspiracy involving a rival martial arts clan. Along the way, he teams up with other warriors to clear his name and bring justice to the martial arts world.
Critical Reception
While not a widely recognized critical darling, "Secret Ninja, Roaring Tiger" is considered a serviceable martial arts film from the early 80s, known for its action sequences and inclusion of popular genre actors like Bolo Yeung and Moon Lee. It generally appealed to fans of kung fu cinema who appreciated straightforward fight choreography and classic revenge plots.
What Reviewers Say
Features competent, if uninspired, martial arts choreography.
The plot follows a familiar revenge narrative common in the genre.
Bolo Yeung and Moon Lee are highlights for fans of their respective styles.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize audience sentiment.
Fun Fact
The film is sometimes known by alternative titles such as "Ninja Vs. Tiger" or "The Fire Dragon" in different international markets.
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