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Once Upon a Time in China
“Never was a Hero needed more...”
7.1 / 10• 1991• 2h 13m•R• cn
ActionDrama
Storyline
In late 19th-century Canton, legendary hero Wong Fei-Hung battles foreign forces' (English, French and American) plundering of China. When Aunt Yee returns from America totally westernised, Wong assumes the role of protector. This proves difficult when his martial arts school and local militia become involved in fierce battles with foreign and local governments. As violence escalates, even Aunt Yee has to question her new western ideals, but is it possible to fight guns with Kung Fu?
Cast & Crew
Jet Li
Wong Fei Hung
Lead
Yuen Biao
Leung Foon
Jacky Cheung Hok-yau
Buck Teeth So
Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam
13th Aunt
Kent Cheng Jak-si
Porky Wing
Yuen Gam-Fai
Ling Wan Kai
Yen Shi-Kwan
Iron Robe Yim Chun Tung
Lau Shun
Naval Commander Lau
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Tsui Hark's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Once Upon a Time in China is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
