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Many compare its energy to Stephen Chow’s Kung Fu Hustle , noting it functions as an action movie, political satire, and Western all at once. Common Criticisms

A recurring complaint from outlets like The New York Times and IFC is that the film is roughly 30 minutes too long, with a plot that becomes "confounding" before the final resolution. Watch Let the Bullets Fly (2010)

"Comedy and shifting-allegiances intrigue more than compensate for the dearth of action." Many compare its energy to Stephen Chow’s Kung

Directed and starring Jiang Wen alongside the legendary Chow Yun-fat, Let the Bullets Fly (2010) is a high-octane, genre-bending "Chinese Western" set in the 1920s. It remains one of the highest-grossing domestic films in Chinese history and is widely praised for its sharp wit, though some critics find its runtime exhausting. It remains one of the highest-grossing domestic films

Some critics felt the script, despite reportedly going through 30 drafts, remained over-plotted and occasionally confusing. Rating/Sentiment Chicago Reader "Great fun in the Shakespearean tradition." Variety "An entertaining hot pot of wry political commentary." The New York Times "At least 30 minutes and several scams too long." Village Voice

Critics from AV Club noted the fantastic dynamic between the two leads, describing it as a mix of hidden aggression and mutual respect among crooks.

Reviewers at Reason Online highlighted the "epical widescreen cinematography," calling it "purely gorgeous".