Kill a Dragon

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"All the wonder of exotic Hong Kong! It's a wonder if they live through it!"
  • PG-13
  • 1967
  • 1 hr 31 min
  • 4.5  (237)

Kill a Dragon is a 1967 action-adventure film starring Jack Palance, Fernando Lamas, and Aldo Ray. Set in an exotic Southeast Asian country, the story follows a group of adventurers who are hired by a wealthy businessman to help him retrieve a legendary jade statue from a dragon-guarded temple in the jungle. The opening scene sets the tone for the film, with a thrilling helicopter chase through the city streets, culminating in a daring rooftop heist. The main characters are quickly introduced: Rick Masters (Jack Palance), a rugged, cynical adventurer with a no-nonsense attitude; Carlos Chavez (Fernando Lamas), a debonair nightclub owner and ladies' man; and Dutch Engel (Aldo Ray), a burly ex-marine with a soft spot for animals.

Their employer, Mr. Baldwin (Donald Pleasence), is a wealthy businessman who made his fortune in the jade trade. He tells the group that he has been trying to retrieve the fabled jade statue for years, but every attempt has been thwarted by the ferocious dragon that guards it. Baldwin offers the group a generous sum of money to help him retrieve the statue, and they agree.

The adventurers set off on their journey into the jungle, accompanied by a local guide named Lucky Legs (Kam Tong). Along the way, they encounter various obstacles, including treacherous terrain, hostile tribes, and dangerous wildlife. They also learn that they are not the only group seeking the jade statue, as they are pursued by a gang of ruthless bandits led by General Yang (Soon-Tek Oh).

As they approach the temple, they devise a plan to outsmart the dragon by using explosives to create a diversion. The plan works, and they retrieve the statue. However, their victory is short-lived, as they soon discover that Baldwin has double-crossed them and intends to keep the statue for himself.

The final act of the film becomes a tense showdown between the adventurers and Baldwin's hired guns, as they fight to keep the statue and their lives. The climactic battle features intense gunfights, martial arts, and a brutal showdown between Masters and Baldwin.

Overall, Kill a Dragon is an entertaining and action-packed adventure film that showcases its impressive cast and exotic filming locations. Jack Palance shines as the gruff and stoic Rick Masters, while Fernando Lamas brings charm and humor to the role of Carlos Chavez. Aldo Ray provides some comic relief as the bumbling yet loveable Dutch Engel, and Donald Pleasence is suitably slimy as the villainous Mr. Baldwin.

The film also benefits from its exciting action sequences, which include aerial stunts, car chases, and explosive set-pieces. The jungle setting adds to the film's sense of danger and adventure, as the characters must navigate treacherous terrain and face off against deadly creatures.

Overall, Kill a Dragon is a fun and thrilling adventure film that is sure to entertain fans of the genre.

Kill a Dragon is a 1967 action movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.5.

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  • Release Date
    1967
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 31 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    4.5  (237)