Once Upon a Time in China 1991
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SplatIn 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
Full Cast & Crew
as Wong Fei Hung
as Leung Foon
as Buck Teeth So
as 13th Aunt
as Porky Wing
as Ling Wan Kai
as Iron Robe Yim Chun Tung
as Naval Commander Lau
as Grand Uncle Chueng
as Shaho Gang Leader
Director:
Writer:
Edward Leung Yiu-Ming, Elsa Tang Bik-Yin, Tsui Hark, Yuen Kai-Chi
Stars:
Jet Li, Yuen Biao, Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam, Kent Cheng Jak-Si, Yuen Gam-Fai, Yen Shi-Kwan, Lau Shun, Wu Ma, Yau Gin-Gwok,
Genres:
Action,Drama
Release Date:
1991 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
133 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Once Upon a Time in China
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Wong Fei Hung
as Leung Foon
as Buck Teeth So
as 13th Aunt
as Porky Wing
as Ling Wan Kai
as Iron Robe Yim Chun Tung
as Naval Commander Lau
as Grand Uncle Chueng
as Shaho Gang Leader
as Yim's Opponent
as Governor
as Honorable Manchu Soldier
as Shaho Gang Member
as Mr. Jackson
as British General Wickens
as Tiger
as Jesuit Priest
as Opera Troupe Boss
as
as Joanna
as Lion Dance Drummer
as Local Militia
as Shaho Gang Member
as Shaho Gang Member
as Western Restaurant Guest
as
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