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The Lost Bladesman

2011·Movie
1h 47min

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Spectacle8

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos5
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Satire & Parody2

World

History and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

During the warring period of the three kingdoms, ancient China is in turmoil. To unify the country, general Cao Cao, the real power behind the Emperor, enlists the aid of the greatest warrior in the land, Guan Yu. However, Guan Yu is a loyal friend of Cao Cao's enemy Liu Bei so to persuade the peerless warrior to fight, Cao Cao takes his beloved Qi Lan hostage. After leading Cao Cao's forces to victory Guan Yu sets out with Qi Lan to rejoin Liu Bei. Now Cao Cao has deemed him too great a threat to live, and on the journey he must face all the forces at the Emperor's command sent to destroy him.
Historical EpicChinese CinemaMartial Arts ActionWarring KingdomsCao CaoGuan YuLoyalty and BetrayalPolitical Intrigue

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Lost Bladesman

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Lost Bladesman legally?

You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Lost Bladesman worth watching?

55
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 57%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Lost Bladesman rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Lost Bladesman?

1 h 47 min

The Lost Bladesman runs 1 h 47 min.

Is The Lost Bladesman based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Lost Bladesman?

Critics57
Audiences49

Not quite. Critics rate The Lost Bladesman higher (57) than audiences (49). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Lost Bladesman in?

Chinese

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

In how many countries can I watch The Lost Bladesman?

21ATAUBECACHDEFRGBGGIDIEINJPKR+7

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Lost Bladesman in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Lost Bladesman use?

Off with His Head!Barbarian LonghairEnding Memorial ServiceOne-Man ArmyForegone ConclusionBFSSlipping a MickeyOffscreen Moment of AwesomeShield-Bearing MookEpic FlailStep into the Blinding FightDrama-Preserving Handicapand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for The Lost Bladesman, including Off with His Head!, Barbarian Longhair, Ending Memorial Service.