Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen

Synopsis

Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen is a 2010 martial arts film directed by Andrew Lau and starring the action superstar Donnie Yen. The movie is set in Shanghai during the 1920s, where Chen Zhen, a Chinese hero, disguises himself to fight against the Japanese occupation. As the masked avenger, Chen Zhen seeks justice and battles his enemies using his incredible martial arts skills. Filled with intense fight sequences, political intrigue, and themes of honor and patriotism, Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen is a thrilling and action-packed film that showcases Yen's impressive performance and the tension of the historical setting.

Cast

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  Donnie Yen

  Chen Zhen

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  Shu Qi

  Kiki

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  Anthony Wong Chau-Sang

  Liu Yutian

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  Huang Bo

  Huang

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  Huo Siyan

  Weiwei

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  Angela Jiajia Chen

  Huang Lan

Reviews

Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen received mixed reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a rating of 47%, with the consensus stating, 'Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen boasts great action scenes, but lacks coherence in its storytelling.' IMDb rated the movie 6.2/10 based on user reviews, praising Donnie Yen's charisma and the exciting fight choreography, while noting the uneven pacing. Metacritic scored the film 49/100, indicating mixed or average reviews. Variety praised the film's stylish production and Yen's dynamic martial arts sequences, but criticized the convoluted plot. Overall, Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen is a visually impressive martial arts film that entertains with its action-packed scenes despite some narrative flaws.