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Once Upon a Time in China

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"Never was a Hero needed more..."

Duration

2h 14m

Release

15 Aug 1991

Country

Hong Kong SAR China

Language

cn

Overview

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?

Plot

Legendary martial arts hero Wong Fei-Hung fights against foreign forces' plundering of China. When Aunt Yee arrives back from America, Wong Fei-Hung assumes the role of her protector.

Cast

Jet LiBiao YuenRosamund Kwan

Ratings

Internet Movie Database: 7.2/10Rotten Tomatoes: 90%

Details

Director

Hark Tsui

Writers

Hark TsuiKai-Chi YuenYiu-Ming Leung

Revenue

$3,826,459

Awards

5 wins & 4 nominations total

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