| Tsui Siu-Ming juggles a very Eastern style plot (concerning the use of feng shui for world domination) and accessible action-adventure filmmaking that does scream Indiana Jones at various times (it's another production featuring the character of Wisely, created by Ngai Fong and played here by Chin Ka-Lok). Which is in itself a very good idea for Hong Kong cinema as the action directing could definitely make it a standout. Cinematographer Peter Pau certainly responds to this and is highly playful with his camera, creating an unusual epic feeling for a Hong Kong production. Director and co-action director Tsui does not thoroughly provide excitement though. While entertaining, he delivers only impressive fight scenes and epic warfare towards the end but Bury Me High easily comes recommended as the talents of Chin Ka-Lok especially gets ample times to shine eventually. Also with Moon Lee, Yuen Wah, Sibelle Hu, Paul Chun, Corey Yuen and Tsui Siu-Ming. |
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