During the 16th century, pirates rule the Chinese coastline, pillaging the small villages and terrorizing the citizens. When maverick leader Commander Yu enlists the help of a sharp young general, they devise a plan to defeat the pirates. A violent clash of wit and weapons will decide who will rule the land.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The film knows its strengths and plays to them honestly. Visual style and pacing are in sync; you never feel you're watching different films stitched together.
Worth watching for the solidly executed sequences and overall energy. The plot doesn't reach for revelation — but it doesn't get in the way.
For those who want to switch off and get an adrenaline dose without complications.
Director: Gordon Chan
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: With food and a good mood. Perfect for a Friday or weekend evening with company.
Vincent Zhao Wenzhuo
General Qi
Sammo Hung Kam-Bo
Commander Yu
Wan Qian
Madam Qi
Yasuaki Kurata
Kumasawa
Wu Yue
Yang Chao
Keisuke Koide
Yamagawa
Timmy Hung Tin-Ming
Chen Dacheng
Ryu Kohata
Kohata
Liu Junxiao
Qi Jimei
Michael Tong Man-Lung
Lou Nan
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