Review of The Prodigal Son (1981) by Martin L — 18 Jan 2007

The wing chun movie of doom. and its funny too.

This review of The Prodigal Son (1981) was written by Martin L on 18 Jan 2007.

The Prodigal Son has generally received very positive reviews.

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This is often hailed as one of the best kung-fu movies EVER. I don't agree, unfortunately, but I do love Yuen Biao so it's a film worth watching…

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By Fraser A (12) on 13 Sep 2007

Very good. 1st saw it late night on c4 loved it bought it still love it girly man excellent typical old school kung fu but great…

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By Rob V (313) on 21 Sep 2007

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Sammo, Yuen Biao game over. Very good fight but to much comedy. Final battle a classic for you wing chun lovers…

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As a collector of Yuen Biao films (as well as wuxia), I have to say that this is one of my all time favourites…

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