Master Wong and his disciples enroll in the 'Dancing Lion Competition' to stop an assassination plot and to battle an arrogant, deceitful opponent.
Master Wong and his disciples enroll in the 'Dancing Lion Competition' to stop an assassination plot and to battle an arrogant, deceitful opponent.
The film critiques foreign imperialism, a theme often associated with left-leaning perspectives. However, its championed solution emphasizes national self-strengthening through cultural pride, traditional values, and individual heroism, which are not exclusively aligned with either progressive or conservative political ideologies, leading to a neutral rating.
The film features casting that is traditional for its cultural and historical setting, with no explicit DEI-driven recasting. Its narrative, however, explicitly critiques foreign imperialist powers, often represented by white characters, portraying them negatively as antagonists central to the plot's conflict.
The film 'Once Upon a Time in China III' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its plot centers on historical martial arts and nationalistic themes, with no elements related to queer identity or experiences.
The film features Aunt Yee as the primary female character, but her role does not involve direct physical combat. There are no scenes where she or any other female character engages in and wins close-quarters physical fights against male opponents.
This film is a continuation of a series featuring the historical figure Wong Fei-hung and his associates. All established characters, including Wong Fei-hung, Aunt Yee, and his disciples, maintain their canonical or historically documented genders as portrayed in previous installments and source material.
The film is a historical martial arts movie set in 19th-century China, featuring historical and fictional characters who are consistently portrayed by actors of Chinese descent, aligning with their established racial identities.
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