The Iron Buddha

The Iron Buddha

1970 · 89 min · ★ 6.4 · Action

After a notorious rapist kills his master and entire clan, the Iron Buddha sets out for revenge. He'll need a magic sword first though, naturally.

Directed by Yan Jun · Written by Sung Hiu-Wong

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