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The Dead and the Deadly 1982

★ 6.1/10 ComedyHorrorFantasyAction Released
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What is The Dead and the Deadly?

The Dead and the Deadly is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Comedy, Horror, Fantasy, Action.

Type
Film
Year
1982
Status
Released
Runtime
99 minutes
Release date
Dec 22, 1982
Studios
Bo Ho Films, Orange Sky Golden Harvest
Genres
Comedy, Horror, Fantasy, Action
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Streaming Intelligence

Binge-Worthiness & Content Radar

81 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.2/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.3/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Horror #Fantasy

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The Dead and the Deadly is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Comedy, Horror, Fantasy, Action. Produced and broadcast by Bo Ho Films, Orange Sky Golden Harvest. Current status: Released.

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“A funeral worker investigates the suspicious death of a friend involving a new wife.”

Reasons to watch
  • features an investigation into a suspicious death
  • includes a dynamic ensemble of characters running a funeral service
Keep in mind
  • things in the village are not what they seem
  • plot details are concise

Watch it if you enjoy comedy, horror, fantasy, and action mixed together.

The film combines comedic elements with horror and action themes.

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Who is the main character?

The main character is Wah Li, who is known as Fat Boy.

Who does Wah Li live with?

He lives with his great-uncle the priest, referred to as Uncle.

What do Wah Li and his friends do for a living?

Together with his friends Lai Li and Momo, Wah Li helps Uncle run the local funeral services.

What triggers the main mystery?

A body named Ma Lun Chio is brought back to the village by a new wife and her brother, making Wah Li suspicious.

What genres does the film belong to?

The movie encompasses comedy, horror, fantasy, and action.

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