Once Upon a Time in China (1991)

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"Never was a Hero needed more..."

Movie · 1991 · 2h 14m · Released · Rated R · Action, Drama

Synopsis

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?

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Cast

  • Jet Li as Wong Fei Hung
  • Yuen Biao as Leung Foon
  • Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau as Buck Teeth So
  • Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam as 13th Aunt
  • Kent Cheng Jak-Si as Porky Wing
  • Yuen Gam-Fai as Ling Wan Kai
  • Yen Shi-Kwan as Iron Robe Yim Chun Tung
  • Lau Shun as Naval Commander Lau
  • Wu Ma as Grand Uncle Chueng
  • Yau Gin-Gwok as Shaho Gang Leader

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