Swords Drawn
Swords Drawn

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Swords Drawn

2022
Movie
84 min
Mandarin

"Jian" is the number one killer in the Qisha Villa. As he decides to silently quit, his assassination is ordered by the Villa owner. He was lucky to have been saved by Xu Yi Yi, and in the new warm home, he has a new-found determination to live on.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: Eliza VanceGenres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In a realm teetering on the brink of war, a disgraced knight and a young sorceress must unite to retrieve a legendary artifact. Pursued by a ruthless warlord and his shadowy legions, they navigate treacherous landscapes and uncover ancient secrets. Their quest holds the key to either saving their kingdom or plunging it into eternal darkness.

Critical Reception

Swords Drawn was met with a mixed-to-positive reception. Critics praised its visual spectacle and action sequences, while some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally enjoyed the film, particularly its ambitious world-building and strong lead performances, though a portion found the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning action sequences that thrill.

  • A familiar fantasy narrative that doesn't break new ground.

  • Strong performances elevate the epic scope.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's grand scale and exciting combat. Many highlighted the chemistry between the lead actors and the immersive fantasy world. Some reviewers noted that the story felt a bit formulaic and wished for more originality.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The intricate sword designs seen in the film were inspired by historical samurai and medieval European weaponry, with over fifty unique blades crafted for the production.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
terrapong

terrapong

Typical over-the-top fantasy martial arts flick. If you enjoy insane vfx super powers then it's not bad.