Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen vs The Message
The Message has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 6.8/10 for Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen). Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen is the shorter watch at 1h 45m compared with 3h 26m. The Message is the older of the two (1976 against 2010). Both are action, drama, history movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen
The Message| Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen | The Message | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.8/10 | ★ 8.5/10 |
| Year | 2010 | 1976 |
| Length | 1h 45m | 3h 26m |
| Genres | Action, Drama, History, Thriller | Action, Adventure, Drama, History |
| Country | Hong Kong | Algeria |
| Director | Andrew Lau Wai-Keung | Moustapha Akkad |
| Main cast | Donnie Yen, Anthony Wong Chau-Sang, Shu Qi, Huang Bo, Shawn Yue | Damien Thomas, Martin Benson, Abdallah Ghaith, Ali Ahmed Salem, Mohamed El Arabi |
Synopsis
Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen
The Japanese forces occupy Shanghai and slowly start spreading terror in the city. Chen Zhen, who was presumed dead, returns to fight against the Japanese and put an end to their tyrannical rule.
The Message
In sixth-century Mecca, Prophet Muhammad receives his first revelation from God as a messenger. Three years later, he's not alone in his quest and publicly declares his prophecy. Muhammad is fought by Abu Sufian and his wife Hind, rulers of Mecca. Muhammad's followers are hunted and tortured but he continues his calling.
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