''Kung Fu Killer'' is a 2008 two-part miniseries that aired on

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The film also includes many eastern Kung Fu talent including

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. The miniseries alludes to the "Kung Fu" programs of the 1970s that brought

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to fame. The film was completely shot in

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Reception

The Kung Fu action site ''24 Frames per Second'' gave the film a poor review, criticizing the script, the "coma inducing" David Carradine, as well as Daryl Hannah's singing ability. ''

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'' called it "a rather unfortunate tribute". Beyond Hollywood, however, praises Daryl Hannah, but criticizes the overall film as "boring".

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* {{IMDb title, 1230545, Kung Fu Killer 2008 television films 2008 films Films shot in China