Once Upon a Time in China III is a Hong Kong martial arts film directed by Tsui Hark and released in 1993. It is the third installment in the Once Upon a Time in China series, which stars Jet Li as legendary martial artist and folk hero Wong Fei-hung.
In this film, Wong and his disciples enter the Dancing Lion Competition as a cover to investigate a plot to assassinate a government official. Along the way, they must face off against the arrogant and deceitful Yen, played by actor Max Mok, who not only competes in the lion dance contest, but also harbors a deadly secret agenda.
As Wong and his students uncover the details of the conspiracy, including the involvement of a rival martial arts school and the betrayal of a trusted ally, they must use their martial arts skills to defend themselves and their community against their enemies.
The film features a mix of traditional Chinese martial arts and acrobatics, as well as elaborate lion dance performances and political intrigue. It was widely praised for its action sequences and intricate plot, and is considered one of Jet Li's most memorable performances.
