This movie is actually three movies. The first part is a failed revolt against the Manchus. Gordon Liu's character escapes losing his family and most of his friends. His goal is to learn Shaolin Kung Fu and teach it to the people.
The next part of the movie is the training. This is what makes the movie; in fact, sometimes, when we aren't up to the sadism of the first part of the movie, we fast-forward to this part. It is compelling to see Gordon Liu's character go from a somewhat inept scholar to a master of martial arts.
The last part of the movie is revenge on the sadistic Manchus. There are some excellent fight scenes here, but it seems a little hard to swallow, a monk turning to killing so quickly.
This movie deserves its fame. It is an excellent film with interesting characters and an above average plot. I recommend it.
The next part of the movie is the training. This is what makes the movie; in fact, sometimes, when we aren't up to the sadism of the first part of the movie, we fast-forward to this part. It is compelling to see Gordon Liu's character go from a somewhat inept scholar to a master of martial arts.
The last part of the movie is revenge on the sadistic Manchus. There are some excellent fight scenes here, but it seems a little hard to swallow, a monk turning to killing so quickly.
This movie deserves its fame. It is an excellent film with interesting characters and an above average plot. I recommend it.