The Prodigal Boxer

1972·Movie
1h 30min
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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High energy.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Cathartic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Catharsis7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Growing up, history, and sports

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

THE PRODIGAL BOXER features Chinese folk hero Fong Sai Yuk (aka Fong Si Yu), the subject of dozens of HK kung fu films. The role is played by Meng Fei as a callow, unschooled youth and wrongfully accused murderer. Two vicious masters of the local kung fu school, seeking revenge against Fong Sai Yuk, attack his home and kill his father while Fong is away. Fong’s attempts to avenge the death of his father result in his being badly beaten. Fong trains at the hands of his martial artist mother as she puts him through rigorous training and an herbal bath that makes him invulnerable. A trail of revenge is set in motion with Fong against the two masters, played by formidable kung fu villains Yasuaki Kurata and Wang Ching. Can a year's worth of training prepare Fong Sai Yuk for his deadly confrontation with the vicious masters?
Classic Kung FuMartial Arts ActionRevenge PlotTraining MontageUnderdog StoryHero's JourneyDynamic ChoreographyPeriod SettingGood vs Evil

Crew

Directed by:
Ulysses Tsai Yang-Ming
Written by:
Ni Kuang

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream The Prodigal Boxer legally?

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Is The Prodigal Boxer worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Prodigal Boxer rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Prodigal Boxer?

1 h 30 min

The Prodigal Boxer runs 1 h 30 min.

What language is The Prodigal Boxer in?

Chinese

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

In how many countries can I watch The Prodigal Boxer?

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