This movie is indeed not a regular Jackie Chan movie, and his character is entirely different. For this reason, this movie might not appeal many of his usual fans. However, with this movie, Jakie has actually attracted a wider audience towards his side. His role is indeed marvelous and his acting was simply great. Some people consider this movie as Jackie having a character role, but the truth is, he's the main character: Movie is on his name, he takes the most screen time, and the movie starts and ends on him.
I know lot of people won't have much interest in the 'Three Kingdom Period' of China, and that might become the reason of their lack of attachment to the main story. You will like it lot more if you study a little bit about that time (however, the movie gives all the important details itself). Although there is limited action in the movie (as compare to other Jackie Chan movies), all that is there is handled pretty good.
The movie is recommended for all (those who love Jackie should see his different type of role, and those who don't like it should also see what he's capable of). I would love to see Jackie having more movies like this.
I know lot of people won't have much interest in the 'Three Kingdom Period' of China, and that might become the reason of their lack of attachment to the main story. You will like it lot more if you study a little bit about that time (however, the movie gives all the important details itself). Although there is limited action in the movie (as compare to other Jackie Chan movies), all that is there is handled pretty good.
The movie is recommended for all (those who love Jackie should see his different type of role, and those who don't like it should also see what he's capable of). I would love to see Jackie having more movies like this.