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Once Upon a Time in China 4

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Even without Li Lian-Jie, this movie still flows. Chiu Man Cheuk does a descent job of stepping up and playing the lead character. If Jet didn't do such a superb job in the previous titles, you wouldn't have noticed the change.

The story, in my opinion, is just a rehash of part 3. It's a similar plot, without the romance subplot between Wong Fei-Hung and Peony.

But the jewel in this movie is the character development of Club Foot (aka Seven). Max Mok is a refreshing sight in this flick.

Definitely better than Once Upon a Time in China and America, but too similar to part 3.

Worth a rent, maybe a purchase.

This was an improvement over OUATIC III and that movie boasted Jet Li. I didn't think that this movie was as horrible as people made it out to be. It's always tough to replace a lead actor but somehow they got this movie to work. Of course, it's not Jet Li but then again it's not garbage. If people want to see a good "let's kick some butt" Kung Fu movie, then I don't think you'll be disappointed with this one.

First off you have to look at this as not another Jet Li movie. The wire work is excellent, the skill is fantastic and the story line is great. This is Action packed. And you will not be disapointed. Its that good trust me. The writer who said its not worth watching has no clue about Gung Fu, this Star is a Star in his own right. And the movie wasn't not just put together. They took their time to show a very true boxer rebellion in China. Get this if there are any left. The is a discontinued DVD But there are a few left out there this is a Gung Fu Classic for sure!

Chiu Man Cheuk's (also known as Wing Zhao) debut as the sucessor of Jet Li in the role of Wong Fei Hung in the Once Upon a Time in China series. This is a brilliant piece of work, the introduction is magnificent, with a clear mix of Taji and Tong Bei Quan. Chiu Man Cheuk's style is fast, fierce, diverse, and orginal, as evidenced by the astounding scene in the prison. The only reason why this movie is not perfect, is the fact that the story is not as interesting and compelling, but the fight scenes make up for that fact. A must see for any avid Martial Artist. Recommended viewing: Mahjong Drajon and Blade, two of Chiu Man Cheuk's best, fun to watch with your whole family. Note: Keep your finger on the slow motion button, before you miss all the action. :)

This is the fourth installment of the action packed Wong Fei-Hong Series. After winning the "Lion King" competition in part 3, Wong Fei-Hung (Zhao) is invited to participate in another competition. This time, the different foreign powers making a stake in China will be taking on Wong and his team - which includes his sidekicks Fu (Mok) and Clubfoot (Hung) in a thinly veil sort of "War game" designed to scare China into submission. While training for the competition, Wong turns afoul of the Red Lantern Sect, a vicious group of women who are determined to get the foreigners out of China at any cost. Wong's love life also takes a strange turn when Aunt Yee's sister, May(Wang) falls for him.

This film sees a new Wong Fei Hung and is akin to having a new actor playing James Bond. Jet Li made the part his own so any actor would feel the pressure of stepping into those kung fu slippers. In fact the whole film seems to be aimed at introducing us to Chiu Man Chuk, the new Wong. Elements of the first three films are blended into the story, which is the weakest part of the film but the fight scenes are great. One for fans I think. Best character has to be the horse punching Billy Chow.

I found it sadly disappointing to even watch this DVD. Even if I hadn't watch the previous 3 before watching this, everything seemed unnatural and odd, even more so after watching the first 3 movies before this one. This didn't have Jet Li in it, and even though most of the original characters from the prior 3 are in here, they acted different and it can be seen.