Last Hero in China

In the movie Last Hero in China from 1993, we see Jet Li playing the role of Hung Hei-Kwun, a legendary martial artist who fights against the British colonial rule in China during the 19th century. The movie is directed by Wong Jing and produced by Jet Li himself, who also performed most of his stunts.

The plot centers around Hung Hei-Kwun, who runs a martial arts school in Foshan, a city in Southern China. He is well-liked by his students and respected by the community for his skills in kung fu. One day, a group of British soldiers enters the town and starts to disrespect the Chinese culture and tradition, including their martial arts. They also demand that the Chinese people pay a hefty tax to the British government. Hung Hei-Kwun refuses to comply with their demands and instead, leads a rebellion against the British soldiers.

Throughout the movie, we see Jet Li showcasing his incredible martial arts skills, taking on dozens of British soldiers at once. The fight scenes are well choreographed, and the stunts are impressive, considering that most of them were performed by Jet Li himself. There are also elements of comedy, such as the character played by Dicky Cheung, who helps Hung Hei-Kwun in his rebellion but often gets himself into trouble.

Apart from the fight scenes, the movie also explores the relationships between the characters. We see Hung Hei-Kwun's love interest played by Man Cheung, who is a skilled martial artist herself and supports his cause. Their relationship is tested when she is captured by the British soldiers, and Hung Hei-Kwun must choose between his love for her and his duty to his people.

Overall, Last Hero in China is an enjoyable martial arts movie with a strong message about preserving one's culture and tradition. Jet Li delivers a great performance as Hung Hei-Kwun, and the supporting cast also does a good job in their respective roles. The fight scenes are the highlight of the movie, but the plot and characters add depth to the story. It's a must-watch for fans of martial arts movies and Jet Li.