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Hitman in the Hand of Buddha 1981

Status
Released
Runtime
90 minutes
Director
Park Yun-kyo, Hwang Jang-Lee
Networks
Seasonal Film Corporation, Dae Yang Films
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Topic: Film "Hitman in the Hand of Buddha" (1981). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.

Type
Film
Year
1981
Status
Released
Runtime
90 minutes
Release date
Apr 14, 1981
Original language
KO
Origin
Hong Kong, South Korea
Studios
Seasonal Film Corporation, Dae Yang Films
Genres
Action
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★ TMDB users: 5.6/10 from 10 votes
Episode runtime
~90 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Seasonal Film Corporation, Dae Yang Films
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Topic: Film "Hitman in the Hand of Buddha" (1981).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraint 1: Write ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Constraint 3: Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Constraint 4: Word count: 150-190 words.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Use ONLY provided facts.
Title: Hitman in the Hand of Buddha
Year/Release Date: 1981 (05/03/1981 in KR)
Genre: Action
Runtime: 1h 30m
Synopsis:
A country bumpkin arrives to help his brother's rice business.
Things get out of hand due to a corrupt rival company.
The bumpkin is an ace martial artist and fights off rivals.
Rivals hire a martial arts expert; he gets beaten.
The expert sends his teacher to hurt the hero; the teacher succeeds.
The hero is sent to a temple and learns a new kung fu style.
The hero uses these skills to get even.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline):
Hitman in the Hand of Buddha is a 1981 action

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“A gripping exploration of action that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
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  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Hitman in the Hand of Buddha worth watching?

Hitman in the Hand of Buddha holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 10 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Hitman in the Hand of Buddha and when was it released?

Hitman in the Hand of Buddha is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 1981. Release status: Released.

Who directed Hitman in the Hand of Buddha?

Hitman in the Hand of Buddha was directed by Park Yun-kyo, Hwang Jang-Lee.

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