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Bastard Swordsman

1983·Movie
1h 35min
IMDb7.1Rotten Tomatoes–59%

Where to watch

Eternal FamilyARROW

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High energy, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Nostalgia6
  • Romance5

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Kept in the background

  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Yun Fei Yang is the viciously bullied orphan who takes on the unpleasant tasks at a formidable kung-fu school. Constantly mocked by the other students of the school, Yen counts as his only friend the daughter of the resident master. Any internal wrangling between the various members is put to one side when a swordsman from a rival clan reminds the master of the duel he must take part in once a decade. Unfortunately the defending clan chief is well aware that his rival is more powerful than himself. The expected defeat is further complicated when a wandering swordsman arrives on the scene and joins himself to the injured party, immediately adding to Yen's woes.
Hong KongWuxiaKung FuRevengeMartial ArtsAction-PackedClassicSwordplayIntrigue

Crew

Directed by:
Tony Lou Chun-Ku
Written by:
Tony Lou Chun-Ku, Wong Ying
Produced by:
Mona Fong Yat-Wah, Lawrence Wong Ka-Hay
Composed by:
Stephen Shing Gam-Wing, Tsui Ping-Kwong, So Jan-Hau

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Questions about Bastard Swordsman

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Where can I stream Bastard Swordsman legally?

Eternal FamilyARROW

Bastard Swordsman is included with a subscription to Eternal Family and 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 Bastard Swordsman worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bastard Swordsman rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Bastard Swordsman?

1 h 35 min

Bastard Swordsman runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is Bastard Swordsman in?

cn

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

In how many countries can I watch Bastard Swordsman?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bastard Swordsman in 39 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bastard Swordsman use?

Humble HeroLaser-Guided KarmaNice GirlFortune TellerContrasting Sequel AntagonistMaster of ThreadsMystical White HairLegendary in the SequelA Father to His MenCloth FuUnlikely HeroSamuraiand 17 more

TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for Bastard Swordsman, including Humble Hero, Laser-Guided Karma, Nice Girl.