Lady Whirlwind: Quick Takes

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Lady Whirlwind
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A by now superb team-up between director Wong Fung and Angela Mao (after classics such as The Angry River and Hap Ki Do) took on more of the latter in fighting style (according to the trailer) but reduced the story even more. Not to worry though.

Ling Shi-Hao (Chang Yi) is almost fatally injured but is taken care of by Wu Ching-Erh's character. She spreads the rumour that Ling is dead but on the hunt for revenge on Ling is still Tien Li-Chun (Angela Mao). But before she can get to her mission, her cold heart and lethal skills must be re-adjusted in order to help Ling defeat his enemies (Pai Ying leading that group) that now knows he's alive. The story certainly works within the framework of a martial arts/basher genre entry but truly is canned in every sense of the word. Who cares though when action director Sammo Hung delivers literally whirlwind-fights, best being when he himself is beaten almost to a bloody pulp by the queen of fighting intensity, Angela Mao. This intense and hard hitting choreography continues to be delivered throughout the film, especially after Chang Yi achieves superb Tai Chi skills that gives the filmmakers an excuse to deliver a fun gory time as well. Also with Chin Yuet-Sang.

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