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In my opinion, this film does not have the same numerous levels within its story which made the first such an all round classic, however, much of the action is just as impressive.

Hark combines a well-paced and beautifully photographed narrative with strong characters and exciting fight action.

There may not be much here that we haven’t seen before, but it’s certainly been a while since we’ve seen most of it done so well.

‘House Of Flying Daggers’ has too many trappings of an arthouse production that screams ‘self-conscious’ throughout.

‘Hong Kong 1941’ is a powerful and moving study of the effects of war on the ordinary person and the strains of such pressure on any friendship.

‘Hero’ has shown that an exquisitely photographed film does not always have to be a case of style over substance.

In my opinion, this is Jet Li’s best work as he carries the film well, performing brilliantly in the films numerous fight sequences.

More believable than your average martial arts coming of age film and less pretentious than a lot of other serious, urban set dramas.

‘The Emperor and the Assassin’ is a minor masterpiece and comes highly recommended, though it should be stated that this is not a film for everyone.

Multi-layered and superbly made, ‘The 8 Diagram Pole Fighter’ remains one of the greatest martial arts movies of all time.

Probably best described as a cliché-ridden mess that is condemned by a combination of a poor script, bad casting and laughable action.

This is a hugely entertaining film that undoubtedly ranks as one of the best that the swordplay genre has to offer.