Review of The Brave Lion
The storyline of this film begins when two Japanese prisoners are sent to
manage a Chinese labor camp during the Second World War. After the new Japanese
managers push the workers too far they begin to revolt. Stars of this film
include Wei Tze Yung, Wei Chi-Wan and Lee Hzu; directed by Ng Yu Chen, most
famously known as John Woo.
Perhaps the most poignant theme in this film is the exemplification of the
strong anti-Japanese feeling among many Chinese films. Numerous twists and turns
in the film keep viewers rooted to their seats included the fact that one of the
bad guys in the beginning eventually becomes a good guy later on during the
film. Unlike many other similar films, this film is not incoherent. Excellent
editing and direction as well as beautiful photography shots make this film a
true winner in addition to high action sequences. John Woo fans won’t be
disappointed in the least.