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Release Year1971
Runtime1h 34m
LanguageMandarin
CertificationNR
GenresAction
Votes8
DirectorPao Hsueh-Li
WritersShu Mei Chin
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.6 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Oath of Death
About The Oath of Death
Three Sung loyalists decide to become blood brothers to fight the tyranny of the Tartar invaders. They build a stronghold and christen it 'The Flying Dragon Fortress' up in the hills. Gathering together a devoted army of followers, the three brothers wage war against the Tartar defense. Desiring to oust the oppressors altogether, Ma Ching plans to coerce an ally, Hong Zhang Chung to release the kidnapped Tartar princess in what initially seems a strategic and civil effort to gain points with the court. Not long after, it soon becomes apparent Ma desires both a great position and power and is willing to sacrifice anything and anyone to get it.
Directed by Pao Hsueh-Li, The Oath of Death leans on a strong ensemble — Lo Lieh, Tien Feng, Wai Wang — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about action titles of 1971.
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