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12 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 80Los Angeles TimesKevin ThomasLos Angeles TimesKevin ThomasSo engaging and illuminating that it is enjoyable even for those unfamiliar with one of cinema's most dynamic forms.
- 70The Hollywood ReporterMichael RechtshaffenThe Hollywood ReporterMichael RechtshaffenAn often intriguing documentary, albeit one with wires attached.
- 67Seattle Post-IntelligencerSean AxmakerSeattle Post-IntelligencerSean AxmakerA loving tribute to Hong Kong stuntmen by one of their own, the directorial debut of stuntman-turned-actor Robin Shou ("Mortal Kombat") is a wince-inducing behind-the-scenes look at the way contemporary Hong Kong action cinema is created.
- 60The A.V. ClubTasha RobinsonThe A.V. ClubTasha RobinsonShou focuses on a meaty subject, and he has an insider's access to the world he's exploring. But his behind-the-scenes film doesn't spend nearly enough time behind the scenes.
- 50Chicago ReaderTed ShenChicago ReaderTed ShenRobin Shou frequently cuts to scenes from one of his recent movies, adding to the impression that this is a vanity reel.
- 50L.A. WeeklyJohn PowersL.A. WeeklyJohn PowersBrave, gifted, haunted and poor, these kids are so heartbreaking that you wish Shou had the good sense to give their lives the attention he lavishes on himself.
- 50San Francisco ChronicleCarla MeyerSan Francisco ChronicleCarla MeyerOffers a lively but jumbled insider's view of a world of great talent and greater risk.
- 50Chicago TribuneChicago TribuneAs its awkward subtitle suggests, the execution is more than a little sloppy.
- 40VarietyDennis HarveyVarietyDennis HarveyAn awkward blend of documentary and genre pic.
- 30Washington PostWashington PostFor a quicker and more startling survey of Hong Kong stunts gone wrong, just check out the blooper clips that conclude any '80s Chan flick.