Normally when people think of kung fu, two incredible actors spring to mind being Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan and rightfully so. These two people paved the way for Kung Fu movies to gain international recognition.
Other than Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan, there are a number of other great Kung Fu movies out there. The latest one I have enjoyed is The Grandmaster by Wong Kar Wai.
Other notable Kung Fu movies include:
Once Upon a Time in China and the sequels - Jet Li took over where Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee left off. Not quite as comic as Jackie Chan but he is a master of Kung Fu.
Kung Fu Hustle - Stephen Chow is more Jackie Chan style than Bruce Lee in terms of showmanship and comedy. This film is definitely worth a watch.
Fist of Legend - a Jet Li classic
Ip Man (and the sequels) - Donnie Yen is being dubbed the new Jet Li of the Martial Arts world. This film is definitely worth a watch
Dragon - another Donnie Yen classic
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - a wonderful film even if you are not a fan of this genre. Beautiful scenery and wonderfully filmed with a great story.
Reign of Assassins - if you like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - you will probably enjoy this one too.
House of Flying Daggers - not quite as good as Crouching Tiger but still worth a watch.
Hero - definitely worth a watch - Jet Li is a legend of the Kung Fu world.
Outside of China and Hong Kong, the following films are definitely worth a watch for those that like Kung Fu
Man from Hong Kong (known in the USA as Dragon Flies) - a relatively unknown Australian martial arts movie from the 70s that is a really fun watch. It is one of my favourite Australian films of that era.
The Karate Kid - I am a fan of the original Ralph Macchio version having grown up in that era.
Sidekicks - for nothing other than Chuck Norris
I am of two minds to include American Ninja - it is one you either love or you don't. It is classic b grade American 80s action which did well at the time and spawned many sequels which are worse than the original. I enjoyed it but am aware that many of you won't.
That's it for today. Any other Kung Fu movies that I should include, let me know.
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