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Lady Dragon
An ex-CIA agent living in Indonesia tracks the arms dealer who killed her husband. Along the way, she meets a young boy and his grandfather, who teach her in the ways of the Lady Dragon.
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Plot Summary
A former police officer, now a martial arts instructor, must confront her past when her mentor is murdered. She teams up with a detective to track down the ruthless crime boss responsible. The film features intense martial arts sequences as she seeks justice.
Critical Reception
Lady Dragon is a niche martial arts film that garnered a cult following among fans of the genre, particularly those who appreciate Cynthia Rothrock's action prowess. While not critically acclaimed by mainstream reviewers, it is often cited as a solid example of 90s direct-to-video action cinema with strong fight choreography.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dynamic fight scenes and Cynthia Rothrock's performance.
Often considered a B-movie with satisfying martial arts action.
Some found the plot predictable but forgave it for the action sequences.
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Fun Fact
Cynthia Rothrock performed many of her own stunts in the film, a common practice that contributed to her reputation as a prominent female action star in the late 80s and early 90s.
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