The Flying Windmill
Olli, the main character in the movie, got a very bad grade and is terribly annoyed. She runs away from home and, together with a dog and a horse, finds a (mad? nutty?) scientist in a windmill. They experience the strangest adventures in this windmill and find other interesting characters, a lot of excitement and peril. While you may well interpret something as the "socialist value system" into this movie, it is more meant to be a children's movie, showing the kids that there are more exciting things out there than the ones that your parents and teachers show you, and that you will only find out most of those things on your own, if you show enough curiosity.
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Plot Summary
A young woman trains in kung fu to avenge her father's death, facing various martial arts masters and challenging opponents. Her journey is filled with action-packed fights and a quest for justice.
Critical Reception
The Flying Windmill is a classic of the 1980s kung fu genre, appreciated for its energetic action sequences and strong female lead. While not a critical darling, it holds a special place among fans of martial arts cinema for its straightforward revenge plot and impressive fight choreography.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its exciting martial arts action and fight scenes.
- Noted for its competent direction and engaging plot.
- Considered a solid entry in the 1980s kung fu film era.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's entertaining fight sequences and its status as a representative example of the martial arts films of its era. Many appreciate the film's straightforward action-driven narrative.
Fun Fact
The film features impressive fight choreography, showcasing the talents of its cast in various martial arts disciplines.
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