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The Flying Guillotine

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1975 · 105 min Action
6.6 / 10 · TMDB

The Emperor's armies have developed a new weapon: a thrown blade that can remove someone's head from long distance. As the paranoid Emperor begins decapitating anyone he fears might be a threat, his guard Mau Tang becomes disillusioned with the excesses of his master. He leaves his post and takes up the quiet life of farming and raising a family. Eventually, though, his past catches up with him, and he must find a way to fight the flying guillotine if he is to save his head.

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Original Title 血滴子
Year 1975
Country Hong Kong
Genre Action
Director Ho Meng-Hua
Runtime 105 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.6/10 (49 votes)

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Director Ho Meng-hua constructs a dynamic wuxia thriller that explores themes of loyalty and tyranny through the lens of a fantastical weapon. The film builds tension effectively, relying on practical effects and choreography that were groundbreaking for its era.

What lingers after the final clash is a satisfying tale of rebellion against absolute power, told with gritty charm and relentless pacing. A cult classic that delivers exactly what it promises. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Ho Meng-Hua

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