However I only can just give it 4 stars because of the top notch brilliant action. The plot is typical: Shaolin student seeks revenge on Ching official. The downside of this film is some of the goofing around--e.g. Jet Li dressing as a woman, and a few other comedic sequences.

But the last scene in this film is worth watching by all kung fu fans. The action is fast and entertaining. The movie however is not so special, but just plain simple.

For Jet Li fans, this is a must-have; and for kung fu fans, it's worth checking out.
 

This is probably Lau Kar Leung's greatest comedy, which is set during Qing Dynasty China. The set designs/costumes are lavish and show the top production resources this movie got from the Shaws.

The story involves the 11th prince who is actually hiding from the royal family due to his not wanting the throne. He meets a chief/businessmen and after few conflicts he befreinds him.

11th prince is played by Gordon Liu, who is probably one of the best martial arts actors pre-Bruce Lee. His co star is Wang Yu, from "Executioners From Shaoiln".

Both do an excellent job. The action is great, Lo Lieh plays his typical role as the bad guy. The fight scene in the end is pure brilliance in martial arts--Lo Lieh and Wang Yu seem to steal the show.

For all kung fu/martial arts action fans, this is a must.
 

The film is enjoyable. It has good action, good music, and is simply very cool.

The story is of one lone samurai who steals a precious katana (sword) from his new overlord. The overlord's son (our main hero) goes on a quest to rescue it, however not knowing the strengh of his enemy.

The movie is in black and white, which actually plays well with this film.

Overall, all martial arts/samurai fans should own this.
 

Fans of Ti Lung will enjoy, even though he disappears from the film for 20 mins...

The guillotine action is fun to watch, the action is varied: you have hand to hand, and weapons. Well worth the money.