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Evil Cult [DVD]

Jet Li (Actor), Sharla Cheung (Actor), Jing Wong (Director) | Rated: Suitable for 15 years and over | Format: DVD
3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: Jet Li, Sharla Cheung, Rixhard Ng
  • Directors: Jing Wong
  • Format: Dolby, Dubbed, PAL, Widescreen
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Cornerstone Media
  • DVD Release Date: 25 Oct 2010
  • Run Time: 90 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B003P9IM6W
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 114,155 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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The Evil Cult (aka "Lord of the Wu Tang") is a wildly and wacky supernatural epic in which Jet Li masquerades as Mo-kei, a weakling warrior orphaned as a child when his parents are killed by two evil Jinx warlords. Chased out of the Wu Tang compound by a leader who considers him a liability, Mo-kei (and his female protectress) find themselves trapped in a dark abyss where they stumble upon a "cooking monk" trapped in a massive boulder who holds the secret to a lost form of Shaolin kung fu. They trick him into teaching Mo-kei the secret of his "solar stance". Newly empowered, Mo-kei sets off to find his maternal grandfather, King of the Gold Lion (de facto leader of the Evil Cult), to rally his clan with the Wu Tang in order to defeat the stifling government forces and exact revenge on the terrible Jinxes. Martial Law's Sammo Hung appears as Chang San Fung, Tai Chi Master of the Wu Tang clan (Hung also choreographed the action sequences for this film). Director Wong Jing (who also helmed the God of Gamblers series, Hard Boiled 2, and Return to a Better Tomorrow) just about keeps a handle on the plot and ably directs the stunning action sequences, some of which occur on battlefields swarming with soldiers.

On the DVD: the main feature is presented in letterboxed format with original Cantonese dialogue and English subtitles. The print is generally of good quality but afflicted with blemishes and white flecks throughout. The subtitles are clear but their awkward translation and speed of transition serve at times to make an already convoluted plot harder to understand. It's a shame that an option to listen to a dubbed soundtrack wasn't added as the dubbed theatrical trailer (included here) enhances the daffiness of the movie. Other extras include comprehensive cast and crew filmographies and a small selection of stills. --Chris Campion

Product Description

He carries the cross of his parents' rebel, but he must clear his family name. He is Zhang (Jet Li) the grandson of the Great Tai-Chi master. Destined for glory, but fate has it's own designs. Zhang becomes the target of the Six Great Schools. Young Zhang narrowly escapes death by poison and goes on the road to seek a cure, accompanied by his grandfather. On their adventurous journey, young Zhang is trained by great masters to become a true warrior. He clears his family name...and thus a hero is born.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Evil Cult 12 Nov 2009
By A. J. Harrison
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
First things first I have no idea what this film is about! The only thing I could gather from the rather muddled story is that Jet Li is out for revenge against the people that where responsible for his parents death. The film is a more of a fantasy film with alot of flying about and magical powers shooting from peoples parms, than actual one on one fighting.

The subtitles indicate the script was very poorly written and it will actualy make you laugh at times. Jet Li as usual makes this film worth watching but its nothing special and only for people who like the fantasy martial arts films. Even though all I have done is complain about this film I was still able to enjoy it and its a perfect time killer.

If you like other Jet Li films such as Swordsman 2 and Hero (which I didnt) then this is a must see for you.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Don't understand - just enjoy 9 May 2003
By "sukram55"
Format:DVD
If you're a fan of Hong Kong fantasy you'll like this movie. Lots of fighting, lots of magic and a story that is very hard to follow and understand. What more do you need?

I've watched this movie only once so far. Perhaps I need to see it a couple of more times. I never really understood who is good and who is evil. Or in what ways different people are connected to each other. Or why people do the things they do. But that doesn't matter. It's a really good movie. So far one of my favourites in this genre. Action, beauty and humour.
So don't put to much energy in trying to understand the plot. Just enjoy this great movie!

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars What happens next? 3 Oct 2002
By K. P. Harrison
Format:DVD
As you will have gathered from the reviews elsewhere, you will be watching a film with old-fashioned subtitles in small script that strain your eyes and your comprehension; the story itself leaps and bounds to keep up with its characters; and it is incomplete!

The film was made at a time when the market was tiring of the flying fantasy kung fu, so only a few minutes of the planned sequel were made. This means that you will never know exactly why the main character has to save the evil lords from poisoning in order to access the magic sword from his uncle who is responsible for putting manacles on the woman who mysteriously appeared and saved him temporarily from the maniac chef in the gorge who is trapped in a rock but taught him the magic kung fu ... you get the picture?

Just enjoy. Don't bother about the detail. After all, there are versions available called Evil Colt because they didn't check the original packaging!

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1.0 out of 5 stars What a load of c**p!!!!
I am really really disappointed with this film. This is one of those films where the production company wants to make quick bucks. Read more
Published 15 months ago by A. Lowe
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This DVD was brought by my son for hisself. I do know he had been looking for some time for this DVD and was very pleased to find it on Amazon. Read more
Published on 14 Feb 2011 by Mrs. Jennifer A. Slack
5.0 out of 5 stars Great film
To all the people who don't understand the plot, go and read about 'dragon sabre and heaven sword', that is the book which this film is based on. Read more
Published on 30 Nov 2010 by Mr. P. LI
4.0 out of 5 stars INSANE!!!!!
Just bought this film on the cheap. With fantasy kung fu being my favourite style of kung fu movie, and Jet Li being my favourite kung fu star, this film looked too good to be... Read more
Published on 17 Aug 2003
4.0 out of 5 stars Evil Cults Classic
I'm not really up to much when is comes to reviewing subtitled movies, I know its the exact same as dubbed, but its just me. Read more
Published on 6 July 2003 by "adamas_hkc"
1.0 out of 5 stars A shame.
I was really looking forward to seeing this movie. And I still am - because after seeing it, I'm still no wiser as to what it's about. Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2002
5.0 out of 5 stars jet li at his best
Jet Li takes matrial arts to a new measure. Jet Li shows how good his talent is with over the top fighting scenes. Read more
Published on 3 Feb 2001 by christroyl@aol.com
4.0 out of 5 stars I must learn the magic stance!
Fantastic fly-by-wire Kung Fu action starring Jet Li. This movie mixes swords and sorcery with kung fu to give a highly entertaining experience with all the action moving at... Read more
Published on 4 April 2000
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