The real story, though, is the emergence of Peng as a serious contender for Next Great Martial Arts Star status. His athletic turns in Jump Ashin! and Unbeatable made him the obvious choice to take on the daunting role but he does so effortlessly and with considerable charm. When he finally picks up the iconic umbrella near the end of the film, and sets up a potential sequel, his command of the role is undeniable. Chow and To don’t tinker with the lore’s DNA too much, but fortunately they have Peng to freshen it up, and even the specter of Li does little to detract from his emerging star power.
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