Ichi (product link) Martial Arts / Drama This is an excellent redux of the Zatoichi franchise! Haruka Ayase is incredible in this movie and I very pleasantly surprised at her performance! I am a huge Zatoichi fan and I was skeptical of this movie. This was not an attempt to remake Zatoichi into a female version. The only thing I didn't like was the ending. The finale was very anti-climatic, which was disappointing. It had the potential and build up for a great finale, but IMO, fell short there.
Five Fingers Of Death (product link) Martial Arts / Action/Adventure Absolute SB CLASSIC! IMO, it's best to watch it with the classic English dub as found on the Dragon Dynasty DVD.
Female Yakuza Tale: Inquisition And Torture (product link) Action/Adventure / Crime Pinky violence star Reiko Ike is phenomenal in this movie, as was she in SEX & FURY. Get both and watch together! "Female Yakuza Tale: Inquisition And Torture" is highly recommended for fans of the Japanese pinky violence genre!
Chanbara Beauty: The Movie / Dororo [2-Disc Set] (product link) Martial Arts / Action/Adventure "Chanbara Beauty" is worth 1 star, as it is one of the most idiotic movies ever made. "Dororo" is worth 0 stars, as I couldn't even get through 20 minutes of it.
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Dororo is god awful Japanese pop culture retardation at it's finest.
Chinese Super Ninja (product link) Martial Arts / Action/Adventure One of the all-time greatest SB movies. A must-have for any self-respecting kung fu fan. Highly recommended.
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Wuxia fan I agree my all time favorite but ,this is response to Stroke Of Death. I was referring to Chen Kwan Tai's IRON MONKEY. You might want to research your films before you submit your opinion!
Zatoichi [2003] (product link) Drama / Swordplay/Sword(s) Beat Kitano does an excellent portrayal of the classic character. However, Shintaro Katsu will always BE Zatoichi.
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The two actors' physicalitis and acting styles are quite different from each other's, but Takeshi Kitano does nothing to detract from Shintaro Katsu's excellent films. This is a good film on its own terms.
I think the two actors have totally different takes on the character. What impressed me about the 2003 film was how creative and original they were with things while still remaining true to the classic character.
Fearless [2006] (product link) Martial Arts / Action/Adventure I would consider "Fearless" to be one of Jet Li's finest performances of his career, not only as a Wushu master, but also for his acting ability. "Fearless" and "Hero" proved that Jet Li can act, in addition to putting on outstanding martial arts performances. "Fearless" is a film that should be watched not only for the incredible action, but also for the engrossing and dramatic story of Huo Yuanjia. Jet Li is completely believable in this role and he draws you in to the story. No matter how many times I watch the film, I experience the same engrossment every time, and I'm always saddened at the ending.
Jet Li has now played both master and student. With "Fearless", he played the master; and with "Fist of Legend" he played the student. If you want a perfect double feature, watch "Fearless" [Director's Cut], then watch "Fist of Legend" [Uncut].
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Jet Li's acting in this film was almost flawless- He really captured Huo Yuanjua spirit
I personally believe this film to be one of the ALL TIME GREATEST SB films. I couldn't disagree more with the "HKFlix Says" comment about this film. I'm sorry, but whoever wrote it is simply wrong.
I would rank My Young Auntie in the top 10 of the greatest SB films, up there with The 36th Chamber of Shaolin, Eight Diagram Pole Fighter, Mad Monkey Kung Fu, Three Evil Masters, Shaolin Challenges Ninja, etc. I was stunned at all of the incredible action in this film, ESPECIALLY the finale! Lau Kar Lung's fight with Johnny Wang at the end is, alone, worth buying this DVD. I have watched that fight scene many times, and I never cease to be amazed! This film also showcases Kara Hui, Lau Kar Lung's protégé, who gives an incredible performance. This film is a masterpiece. Period.
Please read Mark Pollard's full review of this film under the "Reviews" icon, as his review is absolutely accurate and will give you much more detail.
HKFlix should consider removing (or at least revising) their comment as it is completely wrong.
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HKFlix review said there was little action. There was over 30 minutes of non stop action at the end of the movie!
This film could have been great, but it was a little slow and not as funny as it could have been in the second act-Would have like to see more of Wang lung Wei preparing for the showdown with Lau Kar Leung.
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