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The Twelve Zodiacs
Lieutenant Jeng's Police Unit was out to capture a drug dealer, Yai, who killed his best friend and colleague. Suspended from the mission, Jeng takes the mission into his own hands and goes undercover to capture Yai. But as Jeng gets hotheaded and rushes in, the plan is destroyed, the bad guys get away Jeng gets the police station sued for assault and attempted murder by Yai and also put on probation himself. Because of his probation period Jeng is put on a suicide case.
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Plot Summary
A martial arts master is tasked with retrieving the stolen Twelve Heavenly Treasures of the Chinese Zodiac from a greedy corporation that plans to sell them to the highest bidder. He must use his incredible fighting skills to overcome various obstacles and opponents, ultimately facing off against the corporation's ruthless leader.
Critical Reception
The Twelve Zodiacs was generally well-received by critics and audiences, particularly for its high-octane action sequences and Donnie Yen's commanding performance. While some noted the plot's simplicity, the film was praised for delivering pure martial arts entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its relentless and well-choreographed fight scenes.
Donnie Yen's star power and fighting prowess are highlights.
Acknowledged as a solid entry in the martial arts genre, though the story is somewhat predictable.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the exciting action and impressive fight choreography, making it a favorite among fans of martial arts films.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more serious historical drama but was shifted towards an action-comedy format, with many of the fight scenes being improvised during production.
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