4 Films & TV Shows Set In Henan Province During The Middle Ages

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  Tai-Chi Master

  Henan Province The Middle Ages

  Falsely accused for cheating in a martial arts competition, two boyhood friends are banished from their Shaolin Temple and go their separate ways. As adults, they join opposing sides in a civil war. When one betrays the other, they settle their differences mano-a-mano.

  Released in 1993 • 96 minutes
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  The Invincible Constable

  Henan Province The 11th Century

  A confusing little period film in which 5 brothers and a sister all seem to have considerable kung fu skills and live on a secluded island. The younger brother for reasons unexplained keeps going to the mainland to challenge the constable to a fight. The constable is a good guy though and at some point during the film the brothers and sister and constable all team up to battle the real evil doer.

  Released in 1993 • 92 minutes
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  Shaolin Temple

  Henan Province The 7th Century

  The Tang emperor is betrayed by one of his generals, who installs himself as emperor in the East Capital. The son of one of his slave workers escapes to the Shaolin Temple, learns kung fu, and sets out to kill the traitor who killed his father.

  Released in 1982 • 95 minutes
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  The Heroic Ones

  Henan Province Shaanxi Province Shanxi Province The 9th Century

  A Mogul king decides to take stealthy action to help overpower his greatest rivals. He chooses nine out thirteen of his loyal generals (who he treats as sons) to embark on the mission. However, jealously amongst them sparks a treacherous family feud that could lead to catastrophic consequences for all involved.

  Released in 1970 • 117 minutes