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Life Gamble
1978·Movie
Life Gamble fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Brutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Cathartic
- Catharsis7
- Nostalgia6
- Hopefulness5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
World
History
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Life Gamble is brutally violent, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowCathartic
Emotionally, it's cathartic.
All heart traits
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Legendary director Chang Cheh teamed his latest big star, Alexander Fu Sheng, with future Venoms Lo Meng and Kuo Chue to create another winner in his vaunted filmography. Joining them were the top supporting actors and the prettiest starlets, for an entertaining, exciting tale of a kung-fu blacksmith taking on four famous robbers while a villainous gambling boss plots to destroy them.
Kung Fu ActionHistorical SettingRevenge StoryMartial ArtsClassic Shaw BrothersFast-PacedChoreographed CombatHeroic Tale
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Is Life Gamble worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Life Gamble rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Life Gamble?
1 h 40 min
Life Gamble runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is Life Gamble in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.
In how many countries can I watch Life Gamble?
40
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+26GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Life Gamble in 40 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Life Gamble use?
Magnetic HeroTricked-Out GlovesShoot the BulletImprobable Weapon UserWuxiaArmor-Piercing AttackIn the BackArtifact of AttractionRed BaronWeapon TwirlingWalking ArmoryHuman Pincushionand 7 more
TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Life Gamble, including Magnetic Hero, Tricked-Out Gloves, Shoot the Bullet.