The Twelve Gold Medallions
The Twelve Gold Medallions

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The Twelve Gold Medallions

1970
Movie
102 min
Mandarin

While a brave Chinese general and his men fight against the Tartar invaders, several swordsmen try to obtain twelve golden medallions on whose possession depends the future of the Song dynasty.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Chen Hung-minGenres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Wuxia

Plot Summary

In ancient China, a loyal general is framed for treason by a scheming minister, forcing him to go on the run. With the help of his son and a loyal swordsman, he must race against time to prove his innocence. Their quest involves gathering twelve golden medallions, each holding a piece of evidence that could expose the minister's plot and clear the general's name.

Critical Reception

The Twelve Gold Medallions is a classic example of Hong Kong martial arts cinema from the early 1970s. While not as widely known internationally as some of its contemporaries, it is appreciated by fans of the wuxia genre for its exciting swordplay and traditional storytelling. The film received a moderate reception for its time, focusing on action and revenge narratives popular in the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic fight choreography and classic wuxia tropes.

  • Appreciated for its straightforward plot of betrayal and redemption.

  • Seen as a solid, albeit not groundbreaking, entry in the martial arts genre of its time.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are scarce due to its age and region of origin, making it difficult to provide a specific summary of Google user sentiment.

Fun Fact

The film is part of the wave of 'wuxia' (martial heroes) films that gained significant popularity in Hong Kong and Taiwan during the late 1960s and early 1970s, often featuring elaborate sword fights and tales of chivalry.

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