Knight Errant
Knight Errant

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Knight Errant

1973
Movie
85 min
Mandarin

Taiwan taxi driver Jimmy Wang Yu has good intentions -- he wants to pay for an operation to help his sister recover her sight -- but he's saddled with some bad luck of his own. When Jimmy's dad angers three brothers who are looking for payback for their parents' deaths, Jimmy must now defend his father and try to save his sister. This crazy 1970s martial arts action flick will delight fans of the genre.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Jean-Jacques AnnaudGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

During World War I, a seasoned French soldier, Henri Dubois, is tasked with a perilous mission: to locate and rescue a captured comrade behind enemy lines. Facing the brutal realities of trench warfare and the constant threat of death, Henri must navigate treacherous terrain and outwit German forces. His journey becomes a desperate struggle for survival, highlighting the psychological toll of war and the enduring bonds of camaraderie.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Knight Errant' received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its gritty realism and strong performances, particularly from Bruno Cremer. However, some found its pacing to be slow and its narrative somewhat conventional for the war genre. Audiences generally appreciated its unflinching depiction of wartime hardships and its emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stark portrayal of the human cost of war.

  • Bruno Cremer's performance is noted as a standout element.

  • Some viewers found the film's narrative to be somewhat predictable.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the Vosges mountains of France, lending an authentic and rugged backdrop to the wartime setting.

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