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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Simian
Format:DVD
Donnie Yen is the man these days with every director and producer clammering for the Yenster. The latest product of director Felix Chong and Alan Mak (director/writers of infernal Affairs Trilogy) is The Lost Bladesman. The story of the Three Kingdom and the unification of China under the rule of Cao Cao. The problem occurs from the very start of the film with little or no explanation about the current scenario, those unitiated with the Three Kingdom lore will be left in the dark. Intial skeptism about Yen playing the legendary Guan Yu can be put to rest. Though Yen being a little short compared to the mythcal legacy of Guan Yu, Yen embodies both charisma and composure. His acting is subtle and reserved compared to his more showy efforts of Flash point and Dragon Tiger Gate. But it is Jian Wen that gives a fantastic performance as the great Cao Cao, he conveys loyalty and intelligence with hints of deception with ease. His admiration for Guan Yu is more fleshed out compared the character of Guan Yu portrayed in this film.
Those watching a Donnie Yen film will expect top quality action. Depending on your expectations you may be a bit disappointed with this feature. In terms of quality Yen delivers some fantastic weapon work with some nice choreography but they lack the usual intensity usually associate with Donnie. The first major action between Andy On and Donnie Yen is nicely staged but lacks any real power. The next major action scene features Yen taking on various opponents but unfortunately a lot of the fight is clouded in dakrness making it hard sometimes to see the fluid action. Those sitting through the film expecting a final pay off will also be likely let down, for it is very anti climatic.... Read more ›
Those watching a Donnie Yen film will expect top quality action. Depending on your expectations you may be a bit disappointed with this feature. In terms of quality Yen delivers some fantastic weapon work with some nice choreography but they lack the usual intensity usually associate with Donnie. The first major action between Andy On and Donnie Yen is nicely staged but lacks any real power. The next major action scene features Yen taking on various opponents but unfortunately a lot of the fight is clouded in dakrness making it hard sometimes to see the fluid action. Those sitting through the film expecting a final pay off will also be likely let down, for it is very anti climatic.... Read more ›
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
China, Fighting, False Beards, Fighting, Concubines and err more Fighting!
20 Dec 2011
By Tommy D
TOP 100 REVIEWER
Format:DVD
Warning this film does contain some `fighting'. This is a full on version of the legend that is Guan Yu (Donnie Yen), he was famous in Ancient China for his prowess in the civil war and the eventual ousting of the Han Dynasty. It does help if you know a bit about the actual history as there was a lot of information crammed into the 109 minutes of film. It starts with a brilliant set piece battle and then gets into the political machinations that become the scene setter for the rest of the film.
There is also a love interest where Guan Yu falls for the concubine of his blood brother, and she gets into scrapes with a rapidity that even Scooby Doo would baulk at. But he is always there to rescue her. There are some who have said this is not a martial arts film, but for me it was more or less constant and to be honest a bit boring in its' repetitiveness. Whilst it is beautifully shot and the soundtrack is both emotive and impressive, the plot comes across as contrived. There are crosses and double crosses and people change sides almost randomly.
The real strength, or weakness depending on your point of view , are the action sequences. They are many and frequent. They normally involve Guan Yu fighting an army single handed whilst flying about the place to a dubbed on `fight soundtrack'. There is some wire work too, but I always find that mildly comic or annoying - people only fly in aeroplanes or by accidents. The sub titles are also an issue, they are in white and are quite often obscured by the back ground which means you can miss some plot development.
There are also just so many plot holes, I especially like the way Guan masters the art of semi-automatic crossbow firing in a nano second.... Read more ›
There is also a love interest where Guan Yu falls for the concubine of his blood brother, and she gets into scrapes with a rapidity that even Scooby Doo would baulk at. But he is always there to rescue her. There are some who have said this is not a martial arts film, but for me it was more or less constant and to be honest a bit boring in its' repetitiveness. Whilst it is beautifully shot and the soundtrack is both emotive and impressive, the plot comes across as contrived. There are crosses and double crosses and people change sides almost randomly.
The real strength, or weakness depending on your point of view , are the action sequences. They are many and frequent. They normally involve Guan Yu fighting an army single handed whilst flying about the place to a dubbed on `fight soundtrack'. There is some wire work too, but I always find that mildly comic or annoying - people only fly in aeroplanes or by accidents. The sub titles are also an issue, they are in white and are quite often obscured by the back ground which means you can miss some plot development.
There are also just so many plot holes, I especially like the way Guan masters the art of semi-automatic crossbow firing in a nano second.... Read more ›
By Ms S D Brown
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Some say this is one of Donnies most mediocre movies, but I disagree. I throughly enjoyed the movie throughout. The action sequences, although a little sparce for an action movie, were still very entertaining. If you enjoyed movies like The Three Kingdoms and Red Cliff (the full extended version not the seriously cut 2hr 30 odd minute version), then you'll love this excellent Donnie contribution.
I picked this up for less than £3 so couldn't complain even if it had been mediocre. I'm intending getting the Blu-Ray version just as soon as I've purchased several other titles first. :)
I picked this up for less than £3 so couldn't complain even if it had been mediocre. I'm intending getting the Blu-Ray version just as soon as I've purchased several other titles first. :)
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
The new Chinese films are getting better every time ,less of the flying magical to more of the reality and accuracy in of the historical times ,I now have quite a collection of these dvd's ip man etc .
By Richard
Format:DVD
More than happy to add this to my huge collection of asian martial arts classics. this is a high budget and highly explosive movie that has everything.
13 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. S. Riaz
Format:DVD
I don't watch a kung fu flick for the story, so won't comment on that. A kung fu flick should have at least 2 'minimum' strong fight scenes. Donnie Yen was the martial arts director for this flick, which I can assure you he does not disappoint at all. No fly fu, grounded & strong! No empty hand fight scenes just weapons galore & great...
7 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By godzilla78
VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD
A story set in feudal China that is void of anything exciting or of interest. As a fan of Donnie Yen I was expecting a little more but found myself bored to tears watching this, It felt a lot longer than it was that's for sure! I didn't expect a wall to wall action film (which it most certainly is not) but looked for ward to a couple of action scenes that would liven up a rather weak and dull plot about nothing in particular. Unfortunately the actions scenes are rather forgettable and the film ends as one huge anticlimax. Lack of action I can take just as long as the film is interesting but this just isn't the case what so ever. The plot lacks action and the film itself is thoroughly dull, dull, dull! Though I should say it would be superb for anyone suffering from insomnia.
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