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IMDb rating 6.4
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Critic rating 6

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Critic Noel Murray
rated 6

...weaves the fantastical, the technique-driven, and the historical sides of kung fu movies together with wire-work.

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Cast & Crew

Yuen Woo-Ping
Director
Feng Xiaogang
As Pickpocket
Feng Xiaogang
Director
David Carradine
As Anton
Gordon Liu Chia-hui
As Old Sage
Michelle Yeoh
As Sister Yu
Leung Kar-yan
As Su Wan-Kun

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True Legend is a fantasy action movie set during the Qing Dynasty. The story follows Su Can, a wealthy man who was once a respected general but lost everything due to a conspiracy against him. After being forced to live on the streets, Su dedicates his life to martial arts and becomes a patriotic hero known as the "King of Beggars." He must use his newfound skills to defeat his vengeful brother, Yuan Lie, who seeks to take revenge on Su for his father's death. Along the way Su encounter's strange and dangerous allies and foes, including the enigmatic Sister Yu, the Wu Shu God, and the Old Sage. Will Su be able to defeat his brother and save his family, or will he succumb to the pressure of his responsibilities? The movie features heart-pumping action, stunning visuals, and a unique blend of fantasy and historical elements.

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