the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully

Film, usually set pre-1900's, where hand-to-hand combat has been replaced with weapons combat. Extra: Swordplay films usually contain large amounts of Wire-Work. This is used to indicate the characters high level of internal power, and also to allow for more extravagant choreography. Ching Siu-Tung is probably the most well-known director of the genre, lending his trademark swordplay, Wire-Work and intricate storytelling to numerous films. Recommended Viewing: Swordsman 2 (Ching Siu-Tung) Duel To The Death (Ching Siu-Tung) Moon Warriors (Sammo Hung & Ching Siu-Tung) Romance Of The Book and Sword (Ann Hui)

Fencing; a sword fight.