Set in 1900, the story follows three brothers who are skilled in martial arts. Seeking to defend China against foreign invaders, they join a revolutionary group known as the Boxers. This sect is led by a dishonest man who convinces the fighters that spiritual protection can shield them from bullets. Their influence grows to the point that they deceive the Empress Dowager into granting them royal support for their campaign against the foreign coalition. However, the brothers soon realize that the movement's methods are ineffective against the opposing military forces.
The action-adventure film was directed by Chang Cheh, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Ni Kuang. In the director's career, this production followed The Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires and preceded The Five Venoms. The main cast includes Alexander Fu Sheng, Chi Kuan-chun, and Leung Kar-yan as the three brothers, alongside Jenny Tseng, Hu Chin, and Johnny Wang Lung-wei. A total of 52 actors are credited in the production, which was produced by Shaw Brothers and Chang's Film Company in Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Audience reception for the film is moderately positive, with a rating of 6.2/10 on IMDb based on 285 votes and a score of 6.4/10 on TMDB from 14 votes.
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