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The Sentimental Swordsman

1977·Movie
1h 41min
IMDb6.6

Where to watch

ARROW

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Spectacle8
  • Violence8

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Wonder6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Dark Humor2

World

History and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

A swordsman does everything it takes to bring justice. However, he has a drinking problem which eventually leads to his downfall.
Wuxia ActionTragic HeroMartial Arts DramaCharacter DownfallHistorical FantasyCode of JusticePersonal DemonsSwordplay SpectacleMoral Dilemma

Crew

Directed by:
Chor Yuen
Written by:
Chor Yuen, Gu Long, Gu Long
Produced by:
Run Run Shaw, Mona Fong Yat-Wah, Chen Lieh
Composed by:
Frankie Chan Fan-Kei, Wang Yong-Hua

Sequels and Prequels

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Poster for The Sentimental Swordsman

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Where can I stream The Sentimental Swordsman legally?

ARROW

The Sentimental Swordsman is included with a subscription to ARROW in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Sentimental Swordsman worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Sentimental Swordsman rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Sentimental Swordsman?

1 h 41 min

The Sentimental Swordsman runs 1 h 41 min.

What language is The Sentimental Swordsman in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.

In how many countries can I watch The Sentimental Swordsman?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Sentimental Swordsman in 41 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Sentimental Swordsman use?

Sword FightThe AlcoholicImprovised WeaponDark Is Not EvilEnsemble CastAddled AddictOf Corpse He's AliveEnemy MineRevenge of the SequelBadass CapeGratuitous NinjaSnakes Are Sinisterand 15 more

TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for The Sentimental Swordsman, including Sword Fight, The Alcoholic, Improvised Weapon.