The gods of kung fu finally spill their secrets — and yes, they're all here.
Filmmaker Ian Taylor examines the impressive legacy of Hong Kong cinema -- specifically, how martial arts crossed borders and become an international phenomenon -- with the help of footage and interviews with the stars who made the genre what it is today. Director Lau Ka Leung (who helmed The 36th Chamber of Shaolin) joins in, sharing his thoughts on how certain cinematic technologies have improved martial arts films and expanded their appeal, on the set of Drunken Monkey (2003).
Acting
Icons being effortlessly charismatic without choreographed fights
Direction
Lau Kar-Leung's on-set wisdom while filming Drunken Monkey
Production
Rare archival footage of genre-defining moments
Director
Ian Taylor
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
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