
Executioners from Shaolin
Directed by Lau Kar-leung
Produced by Shaw Brothers
A martial arts revenge drama that balances stylized kung fu action with domestic partnership and humor, grounded in Shaolin tradition and the complementary strengths of two fighting styles.
After the destruction of the Temple, a Shaolin disciple devotes years to mastering the Tiger style in order to defeat the martial arts master who killed his teacher. His wife, a Crane style specialist, has a feeling one style won't be enough.
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Is Executioners from Shaolin violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.
Does Executioners from Shaolin end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.
Is Executioners from Shaolin sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
Is Executioners from Shaolin easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Executioners from Shaolin scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Executioners from Shaolin
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Executioners from Shaolin
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Executioners from Shaolin, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Executioners from Shaolin, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Executioners from Shaolin, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































