Odd Couple (1979)

- Country: Hong Kong
- Action Director: Sammo Hung Kam-bo
- Directed by: Lau Kar-wing
- Starring: Chung Fat, Dean Shek Tin, Lau Kar-wing, Leung Kar-yan, Mars, Sammo Hung Kam-bo
Those expecting Walter Matthau and Jack Lemmon larking about may be significantly surprised when this totally different masterpiece hits you, probably the best weapons movie ever made and featuring some of Sammo Hung‘s most technically intricate choreography. Its the story of two martial rivals; the King of Swords (Sammo) and the King of Spears (Lau Kar-wing, brother of Lau Kar-leung). They are both formidable fighters, but their ongoing feud (contested every ten years) has yet to determine a winner. A deal is struck: both ageing masters will teach their skills to one lucky star pupil each, who will in turn continue …
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