Its a simple plot but a effective one.
Bandits over run a small villiage and 5 people stand up against them.
I guess its another take on the "seven samuri" and though the action is nothing exciting to watch, The music and the mood create by the movie make it great viewing. The 5 heroes themselves are all reluctant heroes but they feel they have no other choice. EAch have different personalities and drives. I guess people can only take so much.

IF your expecting great kung fu scenes, this is not the movie for you, if you want a moving movie with tension and desperation, this is just perfect for that!!