Wow. I was quite surprised by this flick. I was expecting something akin to "Kung Pow: Enter the Fist" or "Top Secret." The trailer looked a little silly, and I never paid it much attention. It came home on video though, and after watching it we all agreed that we were pleasant surprised. The story unfolded much like some other Asian films, like "Hero" and "House of Flying Daggers." There was emotional struggle of lost love, and underdog vs. overwhelming force. The special effects were a bit over the top, but I feel they really did fit in well with the overall concept of the plot. Even through all the sadness and anxiety the plot provided, it all did finish up with a solid ending.