Hand of Death 1976
“The hand of death strikes in 18 mysterious ways!”
What is Hand of Death?
Hand of Death is a film first released in 1976. Catalogued under Action, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 15, 1976
- Studios
- Orange Sky Golden Harvest, Paragon Films
- Genres
- Action, Drama
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Overview
Hand of Death is a film first released in 1976. Catalogued under Action, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Orange Sky Golden Harvest, Paragon Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A young monk battles a warlord's deadly iron claw technique.”
- Early work of director John Woo
- Classic kung fu fight choreography
- Straightforward heroic showdown
- Runtime under ninety minutes may feel brief
Watch it if you appreciate classic Hong Kong martial arts cinema and early John Woo direction.
Features martial arts combat and violence, suited for mature audiences.
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Who directed Hand of Death?
It was written and directed by John Woo, who also appears in a small role.
When was Hand of Death released?
The film was released in 1976, with a US release date of December 27, 1976.
What is the central conflict?
A young monk must confront a powerful warlord wielding the Extended Iron Claw technique.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a Hong Kong vigilante martial arts film combining action and drama.
Does the film have another title?
Yes, it is also known as Countdown in Kung Fu.
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