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You can stream Once Upon a Time in China (1991) on Max with a subscription, or rent on Apple TV+.

In late 19th-century Canton, legendary hero Wong Fei-Hung battles foreign forces' (English, French and American) plundering of China. When Aunt Yee returns from America totally westernised, Wong assumes the role of protector. This proves difficult when his martial arts school and local militia become involved in fierce battles with foreign and local governments. As violence escalates, even Aunt Yee has to question her new western ideals, but is it possible to fight guns with Kung Fu?

Once Upon a Time in China is a film that explores themes of martial arts, kung fu, hero. It also touches on china and colonisation and 19th century.

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