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Summary: One of the best of its era
Review: I watched this movie years ago and remembered it being one of the best Hong Kong fantasy/martial arts film. There were a bunch coming out around the same time, but this one stood out. It had the standard martial arts but the story line and the chemistry between the stars was what elevated this movie above the rest. Hong Kong fantasy/martial arts film tend to be incoherent to people because it tries to condense too massive of a story line into a 2 hour movie. Generally, these tales are filmed in a serial format for prime time television broadcasting. When watching this movie, don't try to understand all the detailed story line. You won't. The translation is atrocious. Just go with the flow of the film. Suspend your rational brain because a lot of the movie's actions are outrageous. Watch Swordman II like it's a period/fantasy epic instead of a Jackie Chan movie and you will enjoy it much more. You won't regret it. It's one of the best.
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Summary: Comparable to Hero
Review: If there is a movie that is comparable to the 2002's Zhang Yimou epic - Hero, Swordsman 2 is a movie that matches it from on paper to the all-star cast. In fact made in 1991, Swordsman 2 also questions the idea of 'who is a real hero?'. With an all-star cast during the early nineties of Brigitte Lin, Jet Li (at the height of his fame), Michelle Reis, Rosamund Kwan and a bunch of well known HK stars with minor roles. It is also comparable to Hero in terms of box-office takings, in fact Swordsman 2 is Jet Li's highest grossing HK film and Hero is Jet Li's highest grossing film in China which broke numerous of records. The action director of Hero is Swordsman 2's Director - Ching Siu Tung who although is not as artistic as Zhang Yimou is right up there in terms of the visual and mind-blowing display. Despite being a sequel to Swordman played by Sam Hui, Swordsman 2 is better than its predecessor in nearly all departments. Although, Sam Hui plays the womanizer, drunk, best swordsman with great success, Jet Li is right up to par in terms of his acting and when combining with action, the role is really his. This is even more shocking as Jet himself say by playing Ling, it was a role that he could not relate to in real life which turned out to be one of Jet best performance in his entire movie's career. Brigitte Lin plays the role of Dawn even better as she played a man who turned into a woman. The chemistry between Lin and Li is also a highlight of the film and eventually creating a response from the viewers about whether their love is possible. Surprisingly, Li chemistry with both Michelle Reis and Rosamund Kwan seems natural and believable and the performance of Reis provides some much needed comic relief. Fennie Yuen is also another star that shown great presence in her minor role and performed especially well. If you come into Swordsman 2 expecting lots of fists to fists fight, then you will be disappointed as this is a wuxia film, with people flying around. The absorbing fist is a cool invention and well used in this film with the help of some mind-blowing special effects despite made 12 years ago. With all-star pretty girls, presence of Jet Li, direction of Hero's action director Ching Siu Tung, and produced by Tsui Hark, in a near perfect HK film which despite being a sequel could well stand well alone. Whenever watching Swordsman 2 it always reminds me of the great times that HK used to be and whenever hearing the theme song 'Laughing Swordsman' put a smile on my face. If there is a film comparable to Hero, then Swordsman 2 is right up there plus comedy.?? ???
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Summary: Jet Li on his best
Review: If you expect 'Swordsman', you will be a bit disappointed...This is more an kung fu action movie than a human drama. This is a must see for Jet Li's fans
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Summary: Buena Vista Home Vid DVD ruined it!
Review: Im here rating "The legend of The Swordsman" wich is actually "Buena Vista Home Vid" DVD version of a great movie called "SwordsmanII"... First of all, A LOT of dialogues just disappeared, scenes were cut and combat sounds effects RUINED ! ! ! I guess thats what happens when u ask a spanish comapny to re-do a HK classical movie. Anyway dont just buy the "Buena Vista Home Vid DVD" Called The Legend of the Swordsman, aka Jet Li collection... yeah good job ruinning Jet Li classics Buena Vista Home Vid .... grr
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Summary: Buena Vista Home Vid DVD ruined it!
Review: Im here rating "The legend of The Swordsman" wich is actually "Buena Vista Home Vid" DVD version of a great movie called "SwordsmanII"... First of all, A LOT of dialogues just disappeared, scenes were cut and combat sounds effects RUINED ! ! ! I guess thats what happens when u ask a spanish comapny to re-do a HK classical movie. Anyway dont just buy the "Buena Vista Home Vid DVD" Called The Legend of the Swordsman, aka Jet Li collection... yeah good job ruinning Jet Li classics Buena Vista Home Vid .... grr
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Summary: Battle of the Super Powers, Kung Fu Style
Review: Imagine five of the most powerful super beings you have ever seen in a steel cage death match. Those are the henchmen and sidekicks of the killing machines in this movie! Ling (Jet Li) and his brothers (and sister Kiddo) are heading off to give up the life of fighting. They meet up with their friend Ying only to find trouble brewing. Throw in a few fights, Ling meeting a mysterious stranger, the rescue of Master Wu (watch for the Essence Absorbing Stance) and you are set up for some serious fun! Good meets up with evil, lead by Brigitte Lin who plays Invicible Asia (or Invicible Dawn in some translations). The fight sequences are incredible. There is a lot of wirework, but remember these people are larger than life. It doesn't get in the way! The swordplay done by Jet Li is absolutely stunning. Some of it is effects, but the look is so cool, you will wish it was real. This is what Jedi knights should have been! The plot, on the other hand, is a bit complicated and confusing. Plan on watching this one a few times. The video is pretty good, the sound is kinda funny. It seemed like a lot of the dialogue was coming out of my sub. WATCH IT NOW!
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Summary: One of Jet Li's BEST!!!
Review: In my opinion, this is one of Jet Li's best movies. He does share the spotlight with other actresses, but his fighting skills are excellent throughout. I'm a big fan of the "fly in the air, walk on water" special effects of the newer Chinese movies, and this one does not disappoint! Great special effects and choreographed fight scenes make this a MUST BUY in my library!!! Other great movies I like that star Jet Li are: New Legend Of Shaolin and Fist Of Legend (original chinese version w/subtitles), and my ALL-TIME favorite - Kungfu Cult Master (or as it is listed in the released "American version" - Kungfu "Colt" Master.
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Summary: classic...and you dont need to see swordsman 1...
Review: in swordsman1, which was actually a drama series. Ling( Jet Li, altho in the drama it was not jet li) has left his clan because of his master, and Asia the Invincible has captured the 'sacred document' in hand. This document is the highest and most deadliest martial art of all, and it is only to be taught to men with no testes...weird eh?
so anyway, Ling and his little brother( beautiful Michelle Reis), are just traveling the country looking for their bretheren. Ling's a heavy drinker who wants to get out of the JiangHu world, because it is useless......... This movie is based on a novel written by a very highly respected writer. His book is like a textbook for all wuxia movies like ' dragon inn', ' swordsman' series, and so on. brigette Lin is amazing as a *queer* asia the invincible
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Summary: unless you like old Bruce Lee movies, this isn't for you
Review: It is decent, but somewhat ruined by the english voice-overs. If the original Cantonese or whatever had been subtitled, it would be better, but there is no subtitle option with the original audio. The feel of the movie seems tainted by this, along with 70's kung-fu style camera shots and quality. The average Westerner wouldn't like this and I only write for those expecting an earlier version of Crouching Tiger. These reviews seem a little too kind. It's basically cheese, something you'll watch and laugh at.
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Summary: Awesome and highly original
Review: It is not necessary to watch the first "Swordsman" to understand this stunning sequel, which is far better than the fisrt "Swordsman." Starring kung-fu international star, Jet Li, Bridgette Lin ("Fire Dragon") and Rosamund Kwan ("Once Upon A Time In China" series) also light up the screen in this movie that has a very original plot. Costumes, cinematography, choreography of kung-fu sequences, sets, dialogue, and acting made "Swordsman II" a highly notable film, however it is not at the top of Jet Li's list. (At the top is "Tai Chi Master", "Fong Sai Yuk I & 2", and the "Once Upon In China" series.) Jet Li again manages to bring passion to the screen with his impressive acting, and the wirework and kung-fu sequences in this film only manage to heighten his performance. Well done. - Priscilla
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