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南北獅王 (1981)
Lion Vs Lion


Reviewed by: Sydneyguy
Date: 01/25/2005
Summary: Lion vs Lion

The best part of this movie is when the 2 fight with chairs, it shows some creativity!! The ending is quite unexpected and like one reviwer said, maybe they didn't know how to end it!! Apart from these, points, there is nothing much else to recommend. There was some comedy scenes which is more miss than hit!! Still its better than average!!

6.5/10


Reviewed by: MrBooth
Date: 01/19/2004
Summary: 2/5

** LION VS. LION: Some good fights (and Lion dancing) don't make up for the banal story and the painful "Funny faces" comedy. Wang Yu is very annoying. Lo Meng and Wang Lung Wei are both very good, but look like they're wondering how they ended up in this film. Shaws should never have tried to join the martial arts comedy bandwagon!

Reviewer Score: 4

Reviewed by: magic-8
Date: 12/08/2003
Summary: Little Treasure

"Lion vs. Lion" is a little treasure that you'll fondly remember. It is filled with exceptionally well-choreographed fights and a delightful lion dance competition. The film stars Wong Yu and Lo Meng as two men unwittingly caught up in anti-Ching activities. John Wang Lung is the villain and Chin Yuet Sang, who co-directs the film and co-choreographs the action, as an Imperial agent, while Yeung Pan Pan plays the Ming rebel. The plot is not very original, but the movie proves to be a showcase for the intricately staged martial arts, expertly demonstrated by the cast. This movie bears repeated viewings, especially now that it is out on DVD. You'll keep your fingers on the replay button during some of the fast and furiously executed fight scenes. For those unfamiliar with lion dances, "Lion vs. Lion" contains some truly stunning work.


Reviewed by: pjshimmer
Date: 11/04/2002

Lo Meng at his best in this underrated old school movie. Great, fast-paced action with an unexpected plot. Wang Lung Wei and Sharon Yeung Pan Pan add to the delight.

[8/10]