A Lovely (almost) Lost Fantasy Film
"I had high hopes for this movie in terms of its weirdness and my enjoyment, and ill admit, the film did not quite meet those standards. But the more I think about it, the more I enjoy and appreciate this strange whimsical piece of Taiwanese movie history. The costumes and scenery are beautiful. There are some great performances, specifically from the fox and the deer warrior actors. And theres a healthy handful of stand out, memorable scenes throughout. The characters are also pretty fun, the fox being my favorite, though obviously some characters get the spotlight more than others. Overall, im glad this film was recovered and restored; it definitely deserves a second life. The booklet included also provides some really interesting historical context."