The Dead and the DeadlyNormalGenre: World CinemaLabel: Eureka ClassicsDescription: Criminally unseen in the West The Dead and the Deadly is a horror-action-comedy-special effects extravaganza in the in the same vein as Mr. Vampire and Encounters of the Spooky Kind. Directed by Wu Ma (one of Hong Kong cinema's most beloved multi-hyphenates; over a 50-year career he was hugely successful in writing directing producing and acting) in perhaps his best directorial effort and also starring Sammo Hung - The Dead and the Deadly is a must-see for both horror and action fans. Wu Ma also stars as a man who fakes his death in order to steal his family's funeral treasure. When the treasure is instead bequeathed to Ma's unborn son his co-conspirators kill him (for real this time). His vengeful spirit seeks out the help of his friend (played by Sammo Hung) and together they seek revenge on his murderers.
"The Dead and the Deadly (Blu-ray) would be an excellent fit for those interested in true-crime thrillers and mystery series, as it features a gripping storyline set in a haunted house."
