At first watch, it may be easy to dismiss this film as just another cheaply made kung fu movie, but if you own it like I do, and watch it multiple times, you start to see it in a brand new light.
This is really a good movie. It has a plot, character development, a good main villain, a good hero, and great action. Of course it's got it's flaws and things that don't make sense, but overall I have no complaints.
It's hard for me to put into words about the plot. There's a lot going on, but it's easy to follow , and what they do makes senses. It all culminates into one major event.
I've always liked actor Bruce Li, he delivers in all his films, one of which is my favorite, THE THREE AVENGERS. Paul L. Smith was a great choice for the main bad guy. He is best known for playing Bluto in POPEYE (1980), but this was before that, so they are irrelevant to one another. He very easily could have just portrayed some grunting brute who was simply a henchman, but they took him very seriously. The voice actor for his dialogue was a good choice as well.
To conclude, as I stated, it may take more than one viewing, but when you take the time to listen and follow the story, you'll find it to be pretty decent after all.