Hello again! Apologies for the delay in our usual TMT posts, as I found myself engrossed in penning a pulp-style novel. It revolves around a cowboy in an intriguing version of America – but until I secure copyright, I can’t reveal too much. Rest assured, you’re in for a treat when it’s ready!
As I put in a hard day’s work, I found myself captivated by the movie “Sakra,” starring and directed by the legendary Donnie Yen. Despite his age of 59 at the premiere, Donnie still delivers remarkable kung-fu performances. I was taken aback by how much I enjoyed this film, as I typically dislike wire-fu and superpowers in martial arts. However, Yen managed to make it feel authentic.
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Check out the trailer for Sakra below:
Plot:
As a fervent admirer, let me share my take on the captivating tale of “Sakra“. This story follows me, Qiao Feng, a Khitan native born within the Liao Empire, but destined for upbringing in the Song Empire. As I matured, my martial skills flourished, earning me a prestigious position as a leader among the Beggar’s Sect. The movie skillfully demonstrates its unique blend of wire-fu and conventional action right from the get-go, as I engage in an electrifying confrontation with some rowdy patrons at a restaurant.
Qiao Feng’s fortunes shift dramatically when his own wife, Lady Ma, deceitfully implicates him in the murder of the second chief of the Beggar’s Sect. Lady Ma is a captivating and malevolent character who skillfully manipulates powerful men to serve her ruthless ambitions.
In this rephrased version:
The plan unfolds flawlessly since the Beggar’s group expels Qiao Feng upon learning that he is of Khitan descent. To evade a brawl, Qiao Feng injures himself, and swears to uncover the truth about the chief. Unfortunately, the plot against Qiao Feng continues as his adoptive Song parents are also killed. To add insult to injury, when Qiao Feng seeks advice from his master at the Shaolin temple, he too is found slain.
In the heart of the temple, I’m called upon, and as I arrive, I find my master lifeless in the arms of Qiao Feng. He tries to flee but collides with a disguised woman named Azhu, a skilled artist in deceit, who was posing as a monk to pilfer one of Shaolin’s secret texts. As Qiao Feng is attacked by powerful monks, Azhu gets hurt. Overwhelmed by guilt for her injury, I manage to help Qiao Feng escape the temple with the injured woman. Lady Ma’s scheme unfolds as kung fu masters pledge to bring Qiao Feng to account for the murders.
In a turn of events, Qiao Feng escorts the wounded Azhu to a healer named Xue Muhua, only for the healer to decline aiding a fugitive. However, this encounter leads to a confrontation with members of the Beggar’s clan. To break away from his past ties, Qiao Feng indulges in drinks with them, but when it comes to protecting Azhu, he engages them in combat. This scene unfolds as an intense battle spectacle, as Qiao Feng shows no mercy against his former kin within the Beggar’s clan.
Eventually, the doctor cures Azhu due to his genuine fear of Qiao Feng’s martial abilities. Once Azhu was healed, they both escaped, and later on, Azhu managed to disguise herself as Lady Ma to uncover a plot against Qiao Feng that was more intricate than initially thought.
Why You Should Watch:
I’ll stop my review here as there’s still quite a bit of the movie left unexplored. While I enjoyed it overall, one point worth mentioning about Sakra is that it could have been trimmed by about 30 minutes. The filmmaker, Donnie Yen, seemed eager to include as much content from the source material, Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, as possible. However, the action sequences are truly impressive, and the storyline maintains your interest throughout. Additionally, Qiao Feng’s portrayal of heroism offers a dose of toxic masculinity that may temper any excessive feelings of victory.
Sometimes Sakra is free on Tubi here. It’s worth signing up for the reminder!
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2025-03-04 21:45