What is The Warlord?
The Warlord is a 1972 comedy and war film marking the first movie of Michael Hui Kwun-man. Set in early 20th century China, the film features Hui as a warlord, utilizing a comic persona that combined unique Asian elements with universal appeal.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 17, 1972
- Studios
- Shaw Brothers
- Genres
- Comedy, War
- Updated
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The Warlord is a 1972 comedy and war film marking the first movie of Michael Hui Kwun-man. Set in early 20th century China, the film features Hui as a warlord, utilizing a comic persona that combined unique Asian elements with universal appeal.
Culturally, the film is noted for revolutionizing Hong Kong comedy. Its tone is humorous and evocative of Chaplin, blending laughs with the presence of actresses from the Shaw Brothers lot.
Should you watch it?
“Michael Hui revolutionizes Hong Kong comedy in his first film as an early 20th century warlord.”
- The debut film of comic genius Michael Hui Kwun-man
- A revolutionary approach to Hong Kong comedy
- Humor evocative of Charlie Chaplin
- May not appeal to those seeking a serious war drama
Watch it if you appreciate the origins of Hong Kong comedy and the work of Michael Hui.
The film is a comedy set during a war period with a humorous tone.
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Who is the lead actor in The Warlord?
The film stars Michael Hui Kwun-man in his first film role.
What is the runtime of the movie?
The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes.
What is the setting of the film?
The film is set in early 20th century China.
Is this film a serious war movie?
No, it is a comedy that revolutionized the genre in Hong Kong.
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