These days, superhero films are a dime a dozen. With the present success of both Marvel and DC Comics properties, it’s no surprise that everyone would want to get a dog in this fight. … more
Definitely a lot more entertaining and interesting than Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Then again, I'm both a fan of Takeshi Kaneshiro and Andy Lau. So, what can I say? ;-) In terms of artistic impression, … more
With all the worldwide fame that super-hero movies have enjoyed this past recent years, you know filmmakers around the world capitalize on the super-hero wave. Japanese writer/director Shimako Sato’s … more
I can't say enough about how perfect this movie was made. It was like the director perfected every still with camera angles, "Matrix" effects, and rich colors. I had previously seen Crouching Tiger Hidden … more
The only similarity between this movie and "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", is the breathtaking choreography of the aerial combat amongst the bamboo trees. Indeed, the best sequences in "House of Flying … more
The very first time I saw this amazing film I was wrapped around its finger. Everything about it is perfect from its scenery to the perfectly paced and executed fight scenes. After the first time you … more
I can't say enough about how perfect this movie was made. It was like the director perfected every still with camera angles, "Matrix" effects, and rich colors. I had previously seen Crouching Tiger Hidden … more
Pros: Good story telling, beautifully shoot film, outstanding performances. Cons: Ended too soon. The Bottom Line: House of Flying Daggers is a visual … more
When the neighborhood movie houses seem to have an overwhelming number of martial arts films, both takeoffs on 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' quality and the 'Matrix' clone dalliances, and when the … more