I had already seen the earlier Swords and Martial Arts Classic "Dragon Gate Inn" and came to this film with big expectations. I was not disappointed and found that this is even better than "Dragon Gate Inn". What makes this better is that there are added elements and better pacing. The film starts slowly with what seems is the ordinary tale of a talented artist falling in love with the Girl next door. However before you know it the girl next door is involved up to her eyeballs in political intrigue. I will not say more about the plot in order not to spoil it for others.

The film has great action including martial arts and swords, mysticism and Buddhist monks and good cinema photography. In fact the film is like an early version of "House of Flying Daggers". If you are into Chinese martial arts, then this is a great film for you.