The Evil Cult

Jet Li is great to watch in wuxia/Kung-Fu films but this is directed in the style of Hong Kong films made 20 years earlier. That's why it seems a bit odd at first; until you see what is going on. Back in the 1970's much of the Kung-Fu films made had no real story line to them and many were just absolutely crazy to ridiculous in their ideas presentation. The thing was, it did not matter much back then because it was the Martial Arts fighting/styles the audiences wanted to see. Its what I loved, as both a practicing Martial Artist (Karate was my first study) and a Hong Kong Kung-Fu film fan; I loved going to the weekend all-nighters at my local cinema and watching 5 films in a row.

Its the usual wrongly done to character, Jet Li in this case, having to find the means and the skills to overcome the bad guys; which of course is what happens. Its not a very strong script or story-line but it makes up for it in outrageous fantasy and Kung-Fu moves. It took until 2022 for the sequel to be made/released but unfortunately we don't get any of the original cast, including Jet Li who is suffering a sickness that has taken a big toll on his health status.

OK people, ever ride on a fast roller coaster and the g-forces pin you back to the seat?? Then, you know how watching this film: it's a non-stop, fast paced adventure!!

Interestingly enough, Jet Li's character doesn't know kung fu, which is a big disadvantage for him. It's really cool (and strange) how he learns martial arts. Soon, Jet's shooting fireballs like Ryu and battling all the different clans. There are a lot of people and fight scenes sometimes have fifty or more people at once on screen! This movie also gets high marks for the beautiful ladies who do try to seduce Jet Li (love that awkward look!!). Man Cheung is visually appealing as the "cunning" Chao Min. Chingmy Yau plays Jet's love interest (lucky guy!!) and she can kick some butt!

Whether it's Wu Tang, Shaolin, Green Bat, or the Jinxes, this was one kung fu fantasy that has to be seen to be believed. On a side note, I was saddened that no sequel was made since things get very interesting towards the end.

This movie feels like the second part of a trilogy. After the first ten minutes of confusion, the viewer is quickly pulled into the plot. It starts recapping an epic story with SO many characters your head starts spinning. As the story progresses the characters become relevant.

It's a fun movie with cheesy special effects that make the film endearing rather than ostracizing. For those looking for your standard Kung Fu movie it may be a disappointment as it is more of an epic/adventure; giving the feeling of an RPG. There is so much story that is packed into this film that you wonder how they are going to wrap it up. Well they don't. It is complete in the fact that the immediate story is finished, but their are many loose ends. This leaves you wanting more. Unfortunately there is no more. What is there though are great characters, wonderful interaction, and Jet Li in some over the top action sequences.

This is currently one of my favorite Jet Li movies. Most, if not all, of the fight scenes are enhanced, but it is such a fast moving, whacky movie, I really enjoy it.You'll need to watch it more than once because it has a lot of characters and the plot is somewhat confusing, not too mention you need to be a speed-reader to catch all the subtitles. I recommend this movie because it is loads of fun.

I believe this movie is based on an old chineese story. it has been made as a tv series too. the first time you watch it you dont understand a thing. Who is he? is a question you will ask a lot. I have seen it many times, and the more you see it the more you like it, as you come to understand the plot eventually. there are great fight scenes in it and Sammo Hung has truly done a great job as an action choreographer. I particularly like the scene where sammo teaches tai chi to Jet li. there are good babes in this movie too. and they are good at kung fu. you should watch this and enjoy it.