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A Touch of Zen

Released NR 180 min 7.5/10 Votes: 7433

Ku Shen Chai, an artist in his early 30s, still lives with his mother, but he is suddenly shaken by the arrival of Yang Hui-ching, a mysterious princess on the run. Yang brings Ku into her circle of protectors, including a nameless monk whose spiritual guidance transforms him into a valiant fighter.

Type:

Movie

Socials:

Genre:

Action, Adventure, Drama, Thriller

Subgenres:

Wuxia

Release:

1971-11-18

Year:

2025

Country:

Hong Kong

Language:

Chinese

Companies:

Union Film Company, International Film Company, Orange Sky Golden Harvest

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Orochi - An early Japanese film that explores themes of revenge and betrayal within a historical context.
Gun Akimbo - Focuses on a protagonist thrust into violence, echoing the struggle found in samurai tales.
The Last Duel - A story of honor and betrayal set in medieval times, featuring strong character arcs.
The Great Wall - Combines action and historical elements with themes of honor and sacrifice.
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47 Ronin - Tells a story of loyalty and revenge in a samurai context, akin to Mifune's roles.
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The Flowers of War - Features conflict and moral dilemmas set against a backdrop of historical significance.
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Hero - Similar in style, focusing on historical themes and beautiful cinematography.
House of Flying Daggers - Both have stunning visuals and a rich plot that revolves around love and betrayal.
The Last Emperor - Explores historical themes and the complexities of a character's life.
The Great Wall - Combines history, action, and fantasy elements, similar in grand scale and visuals.
Mulan - Both involve warriors and themes of honor and sacrifice in ancient times.
Fist of Fury - Martial arts and strong themes of revenge and justice are central to both.
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Mortal Kombat - Focuses on martial arts competitions and epic battles between warriors.
Seven Samurai - Features a group of warriors defending a village, with themes of honor.
Kung Fu Panda - A blend of martial arts and strong character development within a fantasy setting.
The Monkey King - Based on Chinese folklore, combining fantasy with martial arts.
Red Cliff - Focuses on historical battles and strategic warfare in ancient China.
The Promise - Incorporates love, war, and conflict during a historical period.
Warriors of the Dawn - Explores themes of loyalty and courage amidst historical conflicts.
The Sword of Destiny - Contains elements of martial arts, love, and a quest for honor.
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Sword of the Stranger - An animated film with rich visuals and intense martial arts sequences.
The Man with the Iron Fists - Involves martial arts and a quest for justice in a historical setting.
Iron Monkey - Features a Robin Hood-like character in a historical martial arts tale.
Assassin - Involves themes of loyalty, conflict, and the life of an assassin.
Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame - Combines historical elements with mystery and action.
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Ip Man - Explores the life of a martial arts master with a blend of history and action.
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Combines martial arts with epic storytelling and mythological themes.
Fist of Legend - Focuses on martial arts with deep cultural significance and rivalries.
Kung Fu Hustle - A comedic take on martial arts that includes fantasy elements.
Shaolin Soccer - Blends martial arts and comedy in a unique and entertaining way.
The Legend of Drunken Master - Features traditional martial arts with a humorous plotline.
The Monkey King - Inspired by classic Chinese literature, including fantasy and martial arts.
Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame - A blend of action, mystery, and Chinese mythology.
The Forbidden Kingdom - Merges Western and Eastern cinematic traditions, focusing on martial arts.
Wing Chun - Features a strong female lead and traditional martial arts.
Reign of Assassins - Combines romance, action, and martial arts in a historical setting.
The Warlords - A historical epic with strong themes of loyalty and combat.
Swordsman II - An iconic film in the wuxia genre, filled with action and romance.
The Last Tycoon - A historical crime drama involving traditional conflicts.
The Assassins - Focuses on historical figures with a mix of intrigue and combat.
Ninja II: The Domination - Features action and martial arts in a more modern context.
The Storm Riders - Blends fantasy elements with martial arts in a dramatic setting.
Ashes of Time - A visually rich film that explores themes of love and rivalry in martial arts.
Fearless - A biographical film about martial artist Huo Yuanjia and Chinese pride.
The Blade - Features a stylized and gritty take on the martial arts genre.
The Magic Blade - A classic martial arts film with a supernatural twist.
The Heroic Ones - Explores loyalty and honor among warriors in ancient China.
A Touch of Zen - A blend of fantasy and martial arts with philosophical themes.
Red Cliff - An epic historical war film showcasing massive battles and strategy.
The Four - Involves a group of elite warriors with supernatural abilities.
The Swordsman - A classic wuxia film with intricate plots and rich characters.
The Eagle Shooting Heroes - A comedic homage to classic wuxia narratives with martial arts.
Tai Chi Zero - Combines martial arts with a unique visual style and humor.
Kung Fu Panda - An animated film about martial arts with comedic and heartfelt moments.
The Last Samurai - Themes of honor, tradition, and martial valor are central to the story.
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House of Flying Daggers - A visually stunning martial arts film with a strong romantic subplot.
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The Banquet - A stylish adaptation of a classic Chinese story with an emphasis on intrigue and morality.
Rebels of the Neon God - Offers a unique perspective on youth and rebellion akin to the challenges faced in traditional narratives.
Painted Skin - A fantasy film centered around love, betrayal, and martial arts.
The Monkey King 2 - A continuation of the legendary character with action and fantasy elements.
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Ashes of Time - Features a blend of romance and martial arts with a visual style.
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Combines stunning visuals and martial arts choreography.
Hero - Rich in visual storytelling and features epic martial arts battles.
The Assassin - Presents a strong narrative with martial arts elements.
The Last Emperor - Historical drama focusing on Chinese culture and history.
Shadow - Features intricate fight choreography with a historical setting.
House of Flying Daggers - Romantic drama intertwined with martial arts.
Kung Fu Hustle - Combines martial arts with a comedic approach.
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The Legend of Drunken Master - Comedy and martial arts blend very well.
Fearless - Focuses on martial arts and personal growth.
Raider of the Lost Ark - Adventure and historical elements with action.
The Sword of Doom - Feature samurai themes with dark character studies.
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The Warlords - Historical drama featuring themes of loyalty and betrayal.
Black Mask - Martial arts action movie with a strong stylistic approach.
The Sorcerer and the White Snake - Fantasy elements combined with martial arts.
The Promise - Romantic fantasy set against an epic historical backdrop.
The Great Wall - Mixes myth with historical action elements.
Bodyguards and Assassins - Historical action drama with ensemble characters.
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Bloodsport - Classic martial arts tournament film.
NGN591A - Unique storylines with strong visual elements and martial arts.
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Duel to the Death - Explores martial arts with a historical context.
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The Man with Iron Fists - Presents a stylized approach to martial arts and storytelling.
Fist of Legend - Reimagining of classic martial arts themes and characters.
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Detective Chinatown - Mixes comedy with action, similar to some lighthearted moments.
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The Legend of Drunken Master - Features martial arts and comedic elements similar to Tai-Chi Master.
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Kung Fu Hustle - Combines martial arts with comedy and over-the-top action.
Hero - Showcases beautiful cinematography and martial arts choreography.
Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior - Focuses on traditional martial arts with engaging fight scenes.
Shaolin Soccer - Combines comedy with martial arts, featuring a unique premise.
Fearless - A story of martial arts mastery and personal growth.
The Grandmaster - Explores the life of a martial arts legend with stylistic visuals.
Tai Chi Zero - Features a mix of humor and martial arts action with a similar theme.
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Iron Monkey - Combines action, humor, and traditional martial arts.
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Rebel One - Features a strong focus on martial arts with character development.
The Matrix - Merges martial arts with deep philosophical undertones.
The Karate Kid (1984) - A classic coming-of-age story centered on martial arts training.
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Kung Fu Panda - Animated film featuring martial arts themes and character growth.
Ip Man - Based on a legendary martial arts master, showcasing Wing Chun.
Fist of Legend - A remake of a classic that combines martial arts with historical context.
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Kill Bill: Vol. 1 - Features stylish martial arts action and a strong female lead.
The Last Dragon - Integrates culture, music, and martial arts in a unique story.
Lady Snowblood - Combines revenge with martial arts and stylistic visuals.
The Protector - High-energy martial arts action with a focus on family bonds.
The Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires - Combines horror elements with martial arts sequences.
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Mortal Kombat - Martial arts with supernatural elements and strong characters.
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House of Flying Daggers - Combines romance with martial arts in stunning landscapes.
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The Last Dragon - Martial arts film with a focus on self-discipline and mastery.
Five Deadly Venoms - Classic kung fu film featuring a group of fighters with unique skills.
Hero - Visually stunning martial arts film with strong themes of honor.
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Epic martial arts drama with a focus on romance and honor.
Iron Monkey - Action and martial arts film featuring a masked hero fighting oppression.
Blade of the Immortal - Samurai film featuring a protagonist with a traumatic past and supernatural elements.
Once Upon a Time in China - Martial arts epic blending history and action with strong characters.
Kung Fu Hustle - A mix of comedy and martial arts with unique fighting styles.
The Raid: Redemption - Intense action film focusing on martial arts and survival.
Swordsman II - Swordplay and martial arts blending fantasy with action elements.
Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame - A mix of mystery, action, and historical drama with martial arts.
Heroic Ones - Historical martial arts film featuring legendary heroes.
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin - A classic featuring training and the journey of a kung fu master.
Fearless - Inspiring martial arts film based on the life of Huo Yuanjia.
The Assassin - Artistic martial arts film with strong visual storytelling and combat.
Ninja Assassin - Focuses on martial arts with a darker and more intense tone.
Fist of Fury - Martial arts film showcasing the journey of a skilled fighter.
Duel to the Death - Involves a martial arts duel wrapped in a historical context.
Lady Snowblood - Revenge-driven story featuring strong martial arts performances.
The Grandmaster - Artistic portrayal of martial arts history with beautiful cinematography.
The Sword of Doom - A darker, more philosophical take on the samurai genre.
Ip Man - Biographical martial arts film focusing on the legendary Wing Chun master.
The Sorcerer and the White Snake - Fantasy elements combined with martial arts featuring a conflict of good and evil.
The Forbidden Kingdom - A fusion of martial arts and fantasy featuring iconic fighters.
Raging Phoenix - A modern take on martial arts with strong female lead and revenge plot.
Shinjuku Incident - Complex narrative with elements of crime and action, featuring strong characters.
The Protector - High-octane action film with a strong emphasis on martial arts.
Bloodsport - Classic martial arts tournament film showcasing various fighting styles.
Enter the Dragon - Bruce Lee's iconic film blending martial arts and mysticism with action.
Rebels of the Neon God - Coming of age story with elements of marginalized societies and street culture.
The Way of the Dragon - Bruce Lee film featuring the classic showdown in the Colosseum.
Bodyguards and Assassins - Action and political intrigue in a historical context involving martial artists.
A Touch of Zen - Philosophical martial arts story with deep themes and beautiful visuals.
The Man with the Iron Fists - A tribute to martial arts films with a mix of action and fantasy.
The Man from U.N.C.L.E. - Action-packed spy film with stylized fight sequences.
Killer 2 - Action and revenge plot intertwining with martial arts.
The Legend of Drunken Master - Incorporates humor and unique fighting style in storytelling.
Orochi - Classic film with themes of revenge and martial arts.
The Young Master - Martial arts comedy with a focus on fighting techniques.