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I've seen both parts of Ip Man and they are wonderful martial arts films of the
classic 'old school' style you thought they didn't make anymore.
Thank goodness this style of kung-fu film does still exist! Another just as
good homage to this genre is Gallants.
Cheers!
Amy
Please do.
On Sun, Aug 8, 2010 at 7:29 AM, Mr. Worf <hellomahog...@gmail.com> wrote:
I'm checking out part 2 tomorrow. I will let you know how it is.
On Sun, Aug 8, 2010 at 3:32 AM, Martin Baxter <martinbaxt...@gmail.com> wrote:
Had to google it, Mr Worf, because it sounded familiar. I have seen this
one, and share your enthusiasm for it, as well as recommending it to one and
all.
On Sun, Aug 8, 2010 at 5:16 AM, Mr. Worf <hellomahog...@gmail.com> wrote:
Movie Review – Ip Man
The movie Ip Man (It sounds funny but they go by last name first in
China) was a surprisingly well-made little martial art film. Partially based on
Man Yip the Wing Chun master from Hong Kong, it follows his beginning from his
life in a small town called Fo Shen in the mid 1930s. Fo Shen is famous for its
“Southern” style Kung Fu and has several schools located in the heart of the
city.
Ip (Played by Donny Yen) is well known in the town for being the absolute
best martial artist in the region, but he does not teach and has no students.
Despite his lack of a school, he is heavily involved in the Kung Fu social
scene and is often challenged by teachers attempting to make a name for
themselves. This is totally against his wife’s wishes. So despite Ip’s daily
training, and his prime skill his wife would much rather have him go into
business with Ip’s brother a subdued businessman. Soon, a baddie from the
north appears with several men. He asks for the location of the Kung Fu schools
and challenges every teacher on the block. It is not long before he hears
about Ip and sets out to finds him.
There is much more to the movie that I will not give away, but I must say
that this film is on par with the old styled kick/punch Kung Fu movies that
were made over the years. Very little wire work and great action! I highly
recommend it!
There is a part 2 to this film that I will also be reviewing as well.
Directed by: Wilson Yip
Pros: Great believable Kung Fu action. It reminded me of so many Kung Fu
films that I have watched over the years on a Saturday night. The historical
subplot took me by surprise.
Cons: It is a little slow in the middle of the film, but it is
understandable because the film switches modes.
In Cantonese, Chinese, and Japanese with English subtitles
4 out of 5 stars
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