Movie

The Sentimental Swordsman

1977 · 101 min

A somber wuxia where swordplay and intrigue are steeped in loneliness and the weight of personal failure.

Overview: A swordsman does everything it takes to bring justice. However, he has a drinking problem which eventually leads to his downfall.
How it feels: Melancholic, tense, earnest and dark. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Betrayal, friendship, isolation, justice
Content: Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.
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Tone: melancholicstrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 2 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
darkstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: betrayal
friendship
isolation
justice
addiction
Places: countryside
big city
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: twist ending
Content intensity: Gore mild
Language mild
Violence strong
Sex mild