The Blade
刀
Synopsis
Adopted by a renowned swordsmith, a young man discovers that his biological father was killed by a powerful bandit called Lung. Leaving to seek revenge, he runs afoul of vicious desert scum, losing his right arm in the process. After being nursed back to health, he learns to compensate for his loss and returns to confront Lung.
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Vincent Zhao Wenzhuo
Ding On
Xiong Xinxin
Fei Lung
Sonny Song
Siu Ling
Austin Wai Tin-Chi
Siu Ling's Father
Moses Chan Ho
Iron Head
Chung Bik-Ha
Black Head
Michael Tse Tin-Wah
Skull
Jason Chu Wing-Tong
Fei Tien
Dickens Chan Wing-Chung
Monk
Valerie Chow
Prostitute
Collin Chou
Lai Bat-Fui
Suet Nei
Old Siu Ling
Sze-Ma Wah-Lung
Uncle Wah
Chan Ka-King
Kenny Ho Ka-King
Paco Yick Tin-Hung
Chan Chi-Fai
Knife Seller
Suen Muk-Sang
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 31, 1999
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tsui Hark
- Screenplay & Story
- Tsui Hark, So Man-Sing, Koan Hui
- Original Score
- William Wu Wai-Lap, Raymond Wong Ying-Wah
- Original Title
- 刀
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Film Workshop, Orange Sky Golden Harvest
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tsui Hark
Tsui Hark, So Man-Sing, Koan Hui
William Wu Wai-Lap, Raymond Wong Ying-Wah
Venus Keung
Kam Ma, Tsui Hark
Tsui Hark, Raymond Chow
Department Leadership Roster
Tsui Hark
Director
Tsui Hark
Producer
William Wu Wai-Lap
Original Music Composer
Kam Ma
Editor
Tsui Hark
Editor
Venus Keung
Director of Photography
Tsui Hark
Screenplay
So Man-Sing
Screenplay
Koan Hui
Screenplay
Raymond Wong Ying-Wah
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Blade
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What is The Blade about?
Adopted by a renowned swordsmith, a young man discovers that his biological father was killed by a powerful bandit called Lung. Leaving to seek revenge, he runs afoul of vicious desert scum, losing his right arm in the process. After being nursed back to health, he learns to compensate for his loss and returns to confront Lung.
Who directed The Blade?
The Blade was directed by Tsui Hark.
Who stars in The Blade?
The principal cast of The Blade includes Vincent Zhao Wenzhuo, Xiong Xinxin, Sonny Song, Austin Wai Tin-Chi, Moses Chan Ho.
When was The Blade released and how long is it?
The Blade was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Blade?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Blade was composed by William Wu Wai-Lap, Raymond Wong Ying-Wah.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Blade?
The Blade holds official age classifications: AU: R 18+.