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[bryant]

The first time I saw Five Deadly Venoms, I was not as kind as I might have been. I enjoyed it a lot more this time -- perhaps because I was in the mood, perhaps because it was on the big screen, or perhaps because I saw it in good company.

It's still a sort of mystery with a lot of varied kung fu style, but I was ready for the pacing. I dug the range of fights quite a bit on second viewing; there's great distinction between the five venoms. I was also forewarned that Lizard was played by Philip Kwok, who I have a fondness for from Hard-Boiled, so it was cool watching him mug around.

Grade: B+.