Buddha's Palm

1982·Movie
1h 33min
70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.5Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

ARROW

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Buddha's Palm fingerprint

High energy.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle8

Heart

Wondrous

  • Wonder7
  • Nostalgia6
  • Romance5

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Absurdist Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Fantasy and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Visual Stylization7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

Skip it if

You want something quiet and calm

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About

An old blind martial master living in a cave teaches a young swordsman the secret of the Buddha's Palm, a legendary martial arts technique, which propels him into a whole new world of evil knights, hidden temples, dragon dogs, and magical objects.
WuxiaKung FuBlind MasterMagical RealismMartial ArtsRevengeHidden Temple1980s Hong Kong Action

Crew

Directed by:
Poon Man-kit, Taylor Wong
Written by:
Manfred Wong Man-Chun, Szeto On, Taylor Wong
Produced by:
Mona Fong Yat-Wah, Virginia Lok
Composed by:
Hsu Ping-Kuang, Bobby Chan

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Buddha's Palm

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Buddha's Palm legally?

ARROW

Buddha's Palm is included with a subscription to ARROW in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Buddha's Palm worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Buddha's Palm rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Buddha's Palm?

1 h 33 min

Buddha's Palm runs 1 h 33 min.

What language is Buddha's Palm in?

cn

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

In how many countries can I watch Buddha's Palm?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Buddha's Palm in 40 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Buddha's Palm use?

Shaping Your AttacksInterrupted SuicideAcid AttackKirinEgg MacGuffinBare-Handed Blade BlockMan Bites ManDueling ScarEyepatch of PowerBeam-O-WarVillain: Exit, Stage LeftLudicrous Gibsand 24 more

TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Buddha's Palm, including Shaping Your Attacks, Interrupted Suicide, Acid Attack.

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