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Once Upon a Time in China and America (1997)

5.919971h 42mCN
ActionWestern

Directed by Sammo Hung Kam-Bo

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 42m

Language

CN

Release

February 1, 1997

Director

Sammo Hung Kam-Bo

Official Trailer

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Overview

So goes to the U.S. to open a martial arts school. Around this time, many Chinese people were sold off to U.S. railroad companies, and were brutally treated by the Americans under the harsh working conditions. Thus, the American workers' hatred towards the Chinese immigrants is high. As a result, So...

Cast

Jet Li

Jet Li

Wong Fei Hung

Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam

Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam

Aunt Yee / Diana

Xiong Xinxin

Xiong Xinxin

Kwai Geuk-Chat

Power Chan Kwok-Pong

Power Chan Kwok-Pong

Dr. So

Jeff Wolfe

Jeff Wolfe

Billy

Joseph Sayah

Joseph Sayah

Bandit Leader

Chrystabell

Chrystabell

Sarah, the Indian Girl

Patrick Lung Kong

Patrick Lung Kong

Uncle Lone

Richard Ng Yiu-Hon

Richard Ng Yiu-Hon

Uncle Han

William Fung Kwun-Man

William Fung Kwun-Man

Immigrant Worker

Johnny Koo Kwok-Wah

Johnny Koo Kwok-Wah

Immigrant Worker

Roger Yuan

Roger Yuan

Dick

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Once Upon a Time in China and America (1997), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

So goes to the U.S. to open a martial arts school. Around this time, many Chinese people were sold off to U.S. railroad companies, and were brutally treated by the Americans under the harsh working conditions. Thus, the American workers' hatred towards the Chinese immigrants is high. As a result, So gets into trouble with the Americans and the mob, and calls Master Wong for help.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Once Upon a Time in China and America. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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