Review needed: The Sword (1980)
08-24-01, 12:38 PM
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Review needed: The Sword (1980)
Interested in the 2-DVD special from HKflicks.com for The Storm Riders and The Sword for $34.95. I loved the Strom Riders but haven't seen the Sword. Try to access hkmdb.com but can't get throught.
Reviews from DVDtalkers who have seen this movie would be appreciated.
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Reviews from DVDtalkers who have seen this movie would be appreciated.
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08-24-01, 03:45 PM
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Very good swordplay picture dealing with the themes of fighters striving to become the best and, despite being virtuous, willing to die to prove their prowess, and the paradox of even if you respect the person you are fighting having to kill them to prove yourself. A more contemplative and plot driven film, its a good compliment to Crouching Tiger...
While fairly straightforward in story, acting, and action, it is a solid piece of work. It may lack the crazy inventiveness of Duel to the Death when it comes to the fight scenes (no 15 ft tall ninjas that break apart into separate swordsmen) but it is especially satisfying in the lack of grand fights. They are kept clean and simple, until the finale, which is a fantastic, dazzlingly bloody duel. The direction is very good, with some keen cinematography, and sets that display some nice uses of colour. Recommended for the wuxia fan.
The DVD is by a mainland company called WA. While not spectacular, the film does look great for an older HK film and the picture and sound (Mandarin with optional English subs) are very good making it well worth a purchase.
While fairly straightforward in story, acting, and action, it is a solid piece of work. It may lack the crazy inventiveness of Duel to the Death when it comes to the fight scenes (no 15 ft tall ninjas that break apart into separate swordsmen) but it is especially satisfying in the lack of grand fights. They are kept clean and simple, until the finale, which is a fantastic, dazzlingly bloody duel. The direction is very good, with some keen cinematography, and sets that display some nice uses of colour. Recommended for the wuxia fan.
The DVD is by a mainland company called WA. While not spectacular, the film does look great for an older HK film and the picture and sound (Mandarin with optional English subs) are very good making it well worth a purchase.
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Originally posted by iaido
Very good swordplay picture dealing with the themes of fighters striving to become the best and, despite being virtuous, willing to die to prove their prowess, and the paradox of even if you respect the person you are fighting having to kill them to prove yourself. A more contemplative and plot driven film, its a good compliment to Crouching Tiger...
While fairly straightforward in story, acting, and action, it is a solid piece of work. It may lack the crazy inventiveness of Duel to the Death when it comes to the fight scenes (no 15 ft tall ninjas that break apart into separate swordsmen) but it is especially satisfying in the lack of grand fights. They are kept clean and simple, until the finale, which is a fantastic, dazzlingly bloody duel. The direction is very good, with some keen cinematography, and sets that display some nice uses of colour. Recommended for the wuxia fan.
The DVD is by a mainland company called WA. While not spectacular, the film does look great for an older HK film and the picture and sound (Mandarin with optional English subs) are very good making it well worth a purchase.
Very good swordplay picture dealing with the themes of fighters striving to become the best and, despite being virtuous, willing to die to prove their prowess, and the paradox of even if you respect the person you are fighting having to kill them to prove yourself. A more contemplative and plot driven film, its a good compliment to Crouching Tiger...
While fairly straightforward in story, acting, and action, it is a solid piece of work. It may lack the crazy inventiveness of Duel to the Death when it comes to the fight scenes (no 15 ft tall ninjas that break apart into separate swordsmen) but it is especially satisfying in the lack of grand fights. They are kept clean and simple, until the finale, which is a fantastic, dazzlingly bloody duel. The direction is very good, with some keen cinematography, and sets that display some nice uses of colour. Recommended for the wuxia fan.
The DVD is by a mainland company called WA. While not spectacular, the film does look great for an older HK film and the picture and sound (Mandarin with optional English subs) are very good making it well worth a purchase.
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