The sturdy but shallow martial arts melodrama “Ip Man 4: The Finale” isn’t much more than what fans have already gotten from the popular action franchise.
In their latest collaboration, series director Wilson Yip (2011’s “A Chinese Ghost Story”) and star Donnie Yen stick to their already established formula: their version of real-life Wing Chun instructor Man Ip (Yen) fights anybody who dismisses kung fu. This time, Ip takes on racist American Marines and policemen in San Francisco during the mid-’60s.
“The Finale”‘s new American setting — Yip and Yen’s last two “Ip Man” movies are set in Hong Kong, while their first one takes place in Foshan, China — also coincidentally gives the director-star duo an opportunity to issue a small corrective to “Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood” and its provocative depiction of Bruce Lee (here played by Danny Chan), Ip’s most famous student, by...
In their latest collaboration, series director Wilson Yip (2011’s “A Chinese Ghost Story”) and star Donnie Yen stick to their already established formula: their version of real-life Wing Chun instructor Man Ip (Yen) fights anybody who dismisses kung fu. This time, Ip takes on racist American Marines and policemen in San Francisco during the mid-’60s.
“The Finale”‘s new American setting — Yip and Yen’s last two “Ip Man” movies are set in Hong Kong, while their first one takes place in Foshan, China — also coincidentally gives the director-star duo an opportunity to issue a small corrective to “Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood” and its provocative depiction of Bruce Lee (here played by Danny Chan), Ip’s most famous student, by...
- 12/23/2019
- by Simon Abrams
- The Wrap
When it comes to making features like this one, i love the idea of coming up with my own personal “100 Great Kung Fu Movies” of all time. It is tough choosing just 100 because you know there are many more great Kung Fu movies that are not on the list.
I have decided that to make the list, a movie must have a few hand to hand moments during fight scenes in the movies chosen. If for example its mainly sword play with one fight scene hand to hand it won’t make the list. Its old school “style” Kung Fu movies, not modern day settings.
I understand everyone will have their own personal favorites and some may not agree with my list and that’s fine because it’s nice to have different opinions on this genre which keeps it fresh and alive when having good debates.
Anyway, thank you...
I have decided that to make the list, a movie must have a few hand to hand moments during fight scenes in the movies chosen. If for example its mainly sword play with one fight scene hand to hand it won’t make the list. Its old school “style” Kung Fu movies, not modern day settings.
I understand everyone will have their own personal favorites and some may not agree with my list and that’s fine because it’s nice to have different opinions on this genre which keeps it fresh and alive when having good debates.
Anyway, thank you...
- 7/7/2015
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
When it comes to making features like this one, i love the idea of coming up with my own personal “100 Great Kung Fu Movies” of all time. It is tough choosing just 100 because you know there are many more great Kung Fu movies that are not on the list.
I have decided that to make the list, a movie must have a few hand to hand moments during fight scenes in the movies chosen. If for example its mainly sword play with one fight scene hand to hand it won’t make the list. Its old school “style” Kung Fu movies, not modern day settings.
I understand everyone will have their own personal favorites and some may not agree with my list and that’s fine because it’s nice to have different opinions on this genre which keeps it fresh and alive when having good debates.
Anyway, thank you...
I have decided that to make the list, a movie must have a few hand to hand moments during fight scenes in the movies chosen. If for example its mainly sword play with one fight scene hand to hand it won’t make the list. Its old school “style” Kung Fu movies, not modern day settings.
I understand everyone will have their own personal favorites and some may not agree with my list and that’s fine because it’s nice to have different opinions on this genre which keeps it fresh and alive when having good debates.
Anyway, thank you...
- 6/25/2015
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
What we lack more and more these days are epic fight scenes in the final part of kung Fu/Martial Art movies. We have seen less and less one on one fight scenes in the final battle over the past 15-20 years, which is a shame but we have seen recently a few flicks bringing that winning formula back.
I want to name a few of my favorite end fight scenes and please feel free to comment below, your favorite fight scenes and maybe they will be added to the future features. I only add fight scenes which i can find the clips for on youtube, so some classics might not be added to the lists.
1.Drunken Master 2 (1994)
Cast:Jackie Chan, Lau Kar Leung, Ti Lung, Anita Mui, Ken Lo, Andy Lau, Mark Houghton
Fight Choreographer: Lau Kar Leung, Jackie Chan
2.Ong Bak 2 (2008)
Cast:Tony Jaa, Nirut Sirichanya, Sorapong Chatree,...
I want to name a few of my favorite end fight scenes and please feel free to comment below, your favorite fight scenes and maybe they will be added to the future features. I only add fight scenes which i can find the clips for on youtube, so some classics might not be added to the lists.
1.Drunken Master 2 (1994)
Cast:Jackie Chan, Lau Kar Leung, Ti Lung, Anita Mui, Ken Lo, Andy Lau, Mark Houghton
Fight Choreographer: Lau Kar Leung, Jackie Chan
2.Ong Bak 2 (2008)
Cast:Tony Jaa, Nirut Sirichanya, Sorapong Chatree,...
- 4/13/2015
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Yuen Biao is one of the greatest screen performers of all time. He exploded onto our screens when Sammo Hung cast him in the amazing movie Knockabout and he has never looked back since.
This list will be familiar with most fans around the world, but this list is also for people who are new to this genre and want to check out some great flicks. I have added a few movies, which are a bit low budget but does contain some nice action.
I know there are still many Yuen Biao movies i could have named in this list, some i shall give a mention to at the bottom of the feature. So i hope you like the movies i have listed, if your new to Yuen Biao please check out some of these great flicks.
1.Dreadnaught (1981)
Directed By: Yuen Woo Ping
Cast: Kwan Tak Hing, Leung Kar Yan,...
This list will be familiar with most fans around the world, but this list is also for people who are new to this genre and want to check out some great flicks. I have added a few movies, which are a bit low budget but does contain some nice action.
I know there are still many Yuen Biao movies i could have named in this list, some i shall give a mention to at the bottom of the feature. So i hope you like the movies i have listed, if your new to Yuen Biao please check out some of these great flicks.
1.Dreadnaught (1981)
Directed By: Yuen Woo Ping
Cast: Kwan Tak Hing, Leung Kar Yan,...
- 1/12/2015
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Like millions of you around the world, i love Kung Fu movies. It is the only real genre that keeps me going back for more and that is why i will always love Kung Fu movies.
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
1. Drunken Master 2 (1994)
Director: Jackie Chan, Lau Kar Leung
Cast: Jackie Chan, Lau Kar Leung, Ti Lung, Anita Mui, Andy Lau, Chin Kar Lok, Ken Lo
Fight Choreographer(s): Jackie Chan, Lau Kar Leung
Studio: Golden Harvest
2. Broken Oath (1977)
Director: Jeong Chang Hwa
Cast: Michael Chan, Angela Mao, Chiu Hung, Bruce Leung, Wang Lai
Fight Choreographer(s): Hsu Hsia,...
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
1. Drunken Master 2 (1994)
Director: Jackie Chan, Lau Kar Leung
Cast: Jackie Chan, Lau Kar Leung, Ti Lung, Anita Mui, Andy Lau, Chin Kar Lok, Ken Lo
Fight Choreographer(s): Jackie Chan, Lau Kar Leung
Studio: Golden Harvest
2. Broken Oath (1977)
Director: Jeong Chang Hwa
Cast: Michael Chan, Angela Mao, Chiu Hung, Bruce Leung, Wang Lai
Fight Choreographer(s): Hsu Hsia,...
- 11/6/2014
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Like millions of you around the world, i love Kung Fu movies. It is the only real genre that keeps me going back for more and that is why i will always love Kung Fu movies.
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
1.Heroes Two (1974)
Director: Chang Cheh
Cast: Fu Sheng, Chen Kuan Tai, Bruce Tong, Wong Ching, Fong Sam, Fung Hak On, Lau Kar Wing
Fight Choreographer(s): Tong Gaai, Lau Kar Leung
Studio: Shaw Brothers
2.Shaolin Plot (1977)
Director: Huang Feng
Cast: James Tien, Chan Sing, Casanova Wong, Sammo Hung
Fight Choreographer(s): Sammo Hung...
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
1.Heroes Two (1974)
Director: Chang Cheh
Cast: Fu Sheng, Chen Kuan Tai, Bruce Tong, Wong Ching, Fong Sam, Fung Hak On, Lau Kar Wing
Fight Choreographer(s): Tong Gaai, Lau Kar Leung
Studio: Shaw Brothers
2.Shaolin Plot (1977)
Director: Huang Feng
Cast: James Tien, Chan Sing, Casanova Wong, Sammo Hung
Fight Choreographer(s): Sammo Hung...
- 11/3/2014
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Like millions of you around the world, i love Kung Fu movies. It is the only real genre that keeps me going back for more and that is why i will always love Kung Fu movies.
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
1.Hell’s Wind Staff (1979)
Director: Tony Wong Yuk Long, Tony Liu Jun Guk
Cast: Hwang Jang Lee, Meng Hoi, Meng Yuen Man, Jason Pai Piao
Fight Choreographers(s): Corey Yuen, Chin Yuet Sang, Hsu Hsia, Yuen Shun Yee
Studio: Yuk Long Movies
2.Incredible Kung Fu Master (1979)
Director: Cheung Tung Cho
Cast: Sammo Hung, Tung Wei,...
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
1.Hell’s Wind Staff (1979)
Director: Tony Wong Yuk Long, Tony Liu Jun Guk
Cast: Hwang Jang Lee, Meng Hoi, Meng Yuen Man, Jason Pai Piao
Fight Choreographers(s): Corey Yuen, Chin Yuet Sang, Hsu Hsia, Yuen Shun Yee
Studio: Yuk Long Movies
2.Incredible Kung Fu Master (1979)
Director: Cheung Tung Cho
Cast: Sammo Hung, Tung Wei,...
- 10/30/2014
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Like millions of you around the world, i love Kung Fu movies. It is the only real genre that keeps me going back for more and that is why i will always love Kung Fu movies.
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
1.Eagle’s Claw (1977)
Studio: Champion Films
Director: Lee Tso-Nam
Cast: Chi Kuan-Chun, Chang Yi, Don Wong Tao, Leung Kar Yan
Action Director(s): Chan Siu Pang, Tommy Lee Gam Ming
2.Broken Oath (1977)
Studio: Golden Harvest
Director: Jeong Chang Hwa
Cast: Angela Mao, Michael Chan, Chiu Hung, Bruce Leung
Action Director(s): Hsu Hsia,...
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
1.Eagle’s Claw (1977)
Studio: Champion Films
Director: Lee Tso-Nam
Cast: Chi Kuan-Chun, Chang Yi, Don Wong Tao, Leung Kar Yan
Action Director(s): Chan Siu Pang, Tommy Lee Gam Ming
2.Broken Oath (1977)
Studio: Golden Harvest
Director: Jeong Chang Hwa
Cast: Angela Mao, Michael Chan, Chiu Hung, Bruce Leung
Action Director(s): Hsu Hsia,...
- 6/9/2014
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Like millions of you around the world, i love Kung Fu movies. It is the only real genre that keeps me going back for more and that is why i will always love Kung Fu movies.
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
The Skyhawk (1974)
Studio: Golden Harvest
Director: Jeong Chang Hwa
Cast: Kwan Tak Hing, Sammo Hung, Carter Wong, Wang In Sik, Nora Miao
Action Director(s): Sammo Hung
Legendary Weapons of China (1982)
Studio: Shaw Brothers
Director: Lau Kar Leung
Cast: Hsiao Ho, Lau Kar Leung, Kara Hui, Gordon Liu, Lau Kar Wing, Fu Sheng
Action...
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
The Skyhawk (1974)
Studio: Golden Harvest
Director: Jeong Chang Hwa
Cast: Kwan Tak Hing, Sammo Hung, Carter Wong, Wang In Sik, Nora Miao
Action Director(s): Sammo Hung
Legendary Weapons of China (1982)
Studio: Shaw Brothers
Director: Lau Kar Leung
Cast: Hsiao Ho, Lau Kar Leung, Kara Hui, Gordon Liu, Lau Kar Wing, Fu Sheng
Action...
- 3/6/2014
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Like millions of you around the world, i love Kung Fu movies. It is the only real genre that keeps me going back for more and that is why i will always love Kung Fu movies.
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
36th Chamber Of Shaolin (1978)
Studio: Shaw Brothers
Director: Lau Kar Leung
Cast: Gordon Liu, Lau Kar Wing, Lo Lieh, Wilson Tong, Lee Hoi San
Action Director(s): Lau Kar Leung
Invincible Armour (1977)
Studio: Lai Wah Film Company
Director: Ng See Yuen
Cast:John Liu, Hwang Jang Lee, Philip Ko, Tino Wong, Yuen Biao
Action Director(s): Corey Yuen,...
I know many of you have probably seen many of the movies i will post about, but this is also for anyone new to the genre of Kung Fu and even Swordplay and looking for other movies to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the movies i have listed and please feel free to comment about any of the movies.
36th Chamber Of Shaolin (1978)
Studio: Shaw Brothers
Director: Lau Kar Leung
Cast: Gordon Liu, Lau Kar Wing, Lo Lieh, Wilson Tong, Lee Hoi San
Action Director(s): Lau Kar Leung
Invincible Armour (1977)
Studio: Lai Wah Film Company
Director: Ng See Yuen
Cast:John Liu, Hwang Jang Lee, Philip Ko, Tino Wong, Yuen Biao
Action Director(s): Corey Yuen,...
- 3/3/2014
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
This is a run down of my favorite movies from the Golden Harvest studio. I had a tough time choosing the order, which i changed quiet a few times. So i hope you enjoy my list and i understand everyone has there own favorites and own list, so enjoy and let me know your favorites in the comment box at the bottom of the page.
25:The Young Master
Cast:Jackie Chan, Yuen Biao, Wang In Sik, Wai Pak, Lily Li, Sek Kin
24:Broken Oath
Cast:Angela Mao, Bruce Liang, Sammo Hung, Dean Shek
23:Hapkido
Cast:Angela Mao, Sammo Hung, Carter Wong, Wang In Sik
22:Way Of The Dragon
Cast:Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, Bob Wall
21:On The Run
Cast:Yuen Biao, Pat Ha, Yuen Wah, Lo Lieh, Philip Ko
20:Duel To The Death
Cast:Norman Chu, Damian Lau, Eddie Ko, Casanova Wong
19:Mr.Vampire
Cast:Lam Ching Ying, Moon Lee,...
25:The Young Master
Cast:Jackie Chan, Yuen Biao, Wang In Sik, Wai Pak, Lily Li, Sek Kin
24:Broken Oath
Cast:Angela Mao, Bruce Liang, Sammo Hung, Dean Shek
23:Hapkido
Cast:Angela Mao, Sammo Hung, Carter Wong, Wang In Sik
22:Way Of The Dragon
Cast:Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, Bob Wall
21:On The Run
Cast:Yuen Biao, Pat Ha, Yuen Wah, Lo Lieh, Philip Ko
20:Duel To The Death
Cast:Norman Chu, Damian Lau, Eddie Ko, Casanova Wong
19:Mr.Vampire
Cast:Lam Ching Ying, Moon Lee,...
- 10/14/2013
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
This is a run down of my favorite movies from the Golden Harvest studio. I had a tough time choosing the order, which i changed quiet a few times. So i hope you enjoy my list and i understand everyone has there own favorites and own list, so enjoy and let me know your favorites in the comment box at the bottom of the page.
25:The Young Master
Cast:Jackie Chan, Yuen Biao, Wang In Sik, Wai Pak, Lily Li, Sek Kin
24:Broken Oath
Cast:Angela Mao, Bruce Liang, Sammo Hung, Dean Shek
23:Hapkido
Cast:Angela Mao, Sammo Hung, Carter Wong, Wang In Sik
22:Way Of The Dragon
Cast:Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, Bob Wall
21:On The Run
Cast:Yuen Biao, Pat Ha, Yuen Wah, Lo Lieh, Philip Ko
20:Duel To The Death
Cast:Norman Chu, Damian Lau, Eddie Ko, Casanova Wong
19:Mr.Vampire
Cast:Lam Ching Ying, Moon Lee,...
25:The Young Master
Cast:Jackie Chan, Yuen Biao, Wang In Sik, Wai Pak, Lily Li, Sek Kin
24:Broken Oath
Cast:Angela Mao, Bruce Liang, Sammo Hung, Dean Shek
23:Hapkido
Cast:Angela Mao, Sammo Hung, Carter Wong, Wang In Sik
22:Way Of The Dragon
Cast:Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, Bob Wall
21:On The Run
Cast:Yuen Biao, Pat Ha, Yuen Wah, Lo Lieh, Philip Ko
20:Duel To The Death
Cast:Norman Chu, Damian Lau, Eddie Ko, Casanova Wong
19:Mr.Vampire
Cast:Lam Ching Ying, Moon Lee,...
- 10/14/2013
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
This is a run down of my Top 40 kung fu movies of the 1970′s. There were so many great films in this era, i just hope i do this list some justice. The movies chosen are just my personal choice, i understand others might have different views.
Any of the movies that make the Top 40 list must have something special to make it in the first place. So i hope you enjoy my Top 40 Kung Fu movies and some of your favorite movies are in there also.
Here it is, my top 10 kung fu movies of the 70′s. I have really enjoyed putting this list together and whatever ends up as number 1 will also count to the impact that movie as had all over the world since it was released.
10.Disciples Of Shaolin (1975)
Starring: Fu Sheng, Chi Kuan Chun, Fung Hak On, Kong Do
Fu Sheng stars as Kuan Feng-yi,...
Any of the movies that make the Top 40 list must have something special to make it in the first place. So i hope you enjoy my Top 40 Kung Fu movies and some of your favorite movies are in there also.
Here it is, my top 10 kung fu movies of the 70′s. I have really enjoyed putting this list together and whatever ends up as number 1 will also count to the impact that movie as had all over the world since it was released.
10.Disciples Of Shaolin (1975)
Starring: Fu Sheng, Chi Kuan Chun, Fung Hak On, Kong Do
Fu Sheng stars as Kuan Feng-yi,...
- 9/17/2012
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Donnie Yen is currently one of the biggest kung fu actors in the game, making his debut movie was in Yuen Woo ping’s “Drunken Tai Chi”, Donnie as gone on to make some of the best movies in Asian cinema.
At this moment in time, i cant think of another actor who is in as much demand as him, making movie after movie and still impressing fans all over the world. This is my top 10 list of Donnie yen movies, hope you enjoy.
10. Once Upon A Time In China II
Plot: In the sequel to the Tsui Hark classic, Wong Fei-Hung faces The White Lotus society, a fanatical cult seeking to drive the Europeans out of China through violence, even attacking Chinese who follow Western ways. Wong must also defend Dr. Sun Yat Sen, a revolutionary, from the military. With his friends, loved ones, and the future of China itself at stake,...
At this moment in time, i cant think of another actor who is in as much demand as him, making movie after movie and still impressing fans all over the world. This is my top 10 list of Donnie yen movies, hope you enjoy.
10. Once Upon A Time In China II
Plot: In the sequel to the Tsui Hark classic, Wong Fei-Hung faces The White Lotus society, a fanatical cult seeking to drive the Europeans out of China through violence, even attacking Chinese who follow Western ways. Wong must also defend Dr. Sun Yat Sen, a revolutionary, from the military. With his friends, loved ones, and the future of China itself at stake,...
- 2/15/2012
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
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