The read
It runs a compact 1h 22m.
Synopsis
For martial arts enthusiasts and fans of Jet Li, Yang Ching, and Wang Chun, this historical filmography about the origins of Chinese martial arts, the legendary Shaolin Monastery, and modern kung fu will prove to be an irresistible treat. The documentary is told through two fictional characters, Instructor Wang and Hong Kong sports reporter Ms. Chin Chin, who chance to meet in a park. Ms. Chin Chin is writing a story about the history of martial arts and so Instructor Wang offers to help. Together they visit the Shaolin Monastery and view a weapons demonstration by the monks.
Ratings
IMDb6.1/10
3 audience votes
Key crew
Cast
- Wang QunSelf
- Yeung Ching-ChingSelf
- Jet LiSelf
- Louis Fan Siu-WongSelf - Various Wushu Demonstrations
- Lu YanSelf - Staff Demonstrator - Part of 1974 Tour
- Wang JianjunSelf - Staff and Chain Whip Demonstrator
- Yu HaiSelf - Mantis Style Demonstrator
- Hu Jian-QiangSelf - Monkey Staff Demonstrator
- Chui A-FaiSelf - Part of 1974 Beijing Wushu Team Tour