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Key Features:
Wuxia, Martial arts, Slapstick comedy, Musical numbers, Power struggle, Fantasy, Action, Betrayal, Royalty, Gymnastics, Parody, Over-the-top action, Fast-paced, Visual spectacle
Tone:
humorous, whimsical, stylized
Target Audience:
Fans of martial arts films, Viewers who enjoy comedies, Those seeking lighthearted entertainment, Audiences interested in fantasy action
Emotional Arc:
Excitement → Amusement

The Eagle Shooting Heroes

1993-02-05
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A power struggle between the Queen's treasonous lover and a princess occurs amid musical numbers, slapstick battles, and martial arts acrobatics.

Genres
Action, Comedy
Cast
Leslie Cheung, Brigitte Lin, Maggie Cheung, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Carina Lau, Joey Wong, Kenny Bee, Veronica Yip Yuk-Hing
Crew
Jeffrey Lau, Jeffrey Lau
Rating
6.969(112 votes)
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Once Upon a Time in China

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Police Story
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Raging Phoenix
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Young and Dangerous
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Eastern Condors
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The Grandmaster
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Fulltime Killer
6.8

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The Legend of the Swordsman

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6.6

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6.5

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