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Invincible Sword A.K.A. Yi Fu Dang Guan • 一夫當關 (1971)
Invincible Sword A.K.A. Yi Fu Dang Guan • 一夫當關 (1971)
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Invincible Sword (1971) Also Known As: The Invincible Sword · Yi Fu Dang Guan · 一夫當關 stars Jimmy Wang Yu and Hsu Feng in a historical wuxia adventure directed by Hsu Tseng-hung. Set during the Southern Song Dynasty, this Golden Harvest swordplay film follows martial artists determined to help the imprisoned General Yue Fei.
The Story
As the Southern Song faces invading Jin forces, General Yue Fei is betrayed by the powerful official Qin Hui. The swordsman Ling Yu-fong gathers fellow fighters to attempt a rescue before the general can be executed.
The effort brings heavy losses. After finding shelter with traveling performers, Ling Yu-fong recovers and prepares to continue the struggle, even as the odds against his companions grow worse.
The Martial Arts
Invincible Sword favors traditional wuxia sword fighting, group confrontations and the physical movement of its period-action cast. Jimmy Wang Yu leads the action, with Hsu Feng and other familiar swordplay performers contributing to the film's martial arts sequences.
Why Collectors Pick It
Collectors searching for Jimmy Wang Yu wuxia movies on DVD will find an early-1970s historical adventure rather than a contemporary hand-to-hand kung fu story. The Golden Harvest production, ensemble cast and focus on loyalty make it a worthwhile choice for fans of classic Chinese swordplay cinema.
Historical Significance
Released in 1971, the film belongs to Golden Harvest's early years, when the company was building its identity beyond the established Shaw Brothers studio system. Its story draws on the well-known Chinese account of Yue Fei and Qin Hui, placing historical loyalty and betrayal at the center of a martial arts adventure.
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