Shaw Brothers Saturdays: a ‘Guillotine’ that lacks a sharp edge
The Flying Guillotine Directed by Ho Meng-hua Hong Kong, 1975 Despite all the genuine thrills Shaw Brothers films can produce, it is quite apparent that the studio always had half a foot planted firmly in ‘camp.’ Oftentimes, specific elements elevate the movies from being farcical. Mesmerizing action and a charming ensemble cast, such as in …