The Butcher, the Chef, and the Swordsman
China Lion Film Distribution | Release Date: March 18, 2011 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
25
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Generally unfavorable reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
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1
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1
Negative:
3
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The Globe and Mail (Toronto)James AdamsMar 17, 2011
Yes, it's all quite mad, Max, with a shaggy-dog ending to boot. But this giddiness, its go-for-broke/what-the-hellness, also is the film's strength. Read full review
50
Boxoffice MagazineVadim RizovMar 21, 2011
When all the pieces finally come together at the end, the effect is less impressive than it is reminiscent of "Wayne's World": multiple endings, no real impact or weight to either. Read full review
30
Village VoiceNick PinkertonMar 15, 2011
The most avid fans of merciless mugging will be the sole admirers of the bookending story of Liu Xiaoye's Butcher. Read full review
20
Los Angeles TimesMark OlsenMar 17, 2011
Wuershan's heavy hand, never letting up for a moment to allow any air or life to enter the film, cuts off the film's energy even as it rattles relentlessly on. Read full review
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New York PostV.A. MusettoMar 18, 2011
The noise level reminds me of Canal Street in Chinatown on a Sunday afternoon. Read full review
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