Rating: 4 out of 5
Director: Yuen Woo-Ping
Year: 1979
Plot:
The basic plot is Sam the Seed has to fight Rubber Legs to
prove superiority of Drunken Manti Style overall. There’s a drinking and
fighting contest involved, and that’s the crux of the film’s plot overall.
Aside from that, you are treated to fight sequences and different
stories regarding the drunken master and his tomfoolery. As well as the
villain, so you aren’t just stuck with one storyline throughout, you get a few
plots working together to make the film entertaining. Some of these scenes are
played for comedy, so you can get a break from the seriousness of kung fu, and
enjoy a little banter and acrobatics to say the least.
Thoughts:
First and foremost, the digital transfer is great on this
DVD if you can find it. It’s not expensive. The upgraded DVD is well worth your
time, and it looks almost like Blu Ray, from the edition that I received. The
fighting from the beginning is crisp, and throughout really puts on a showcase
of power. I was impressed with the film quality, and that’s my initial take. There
is some comedy involved to break up the story line, which is nice, and
entertaining, including some interesting kung fu styles early on.
The kung fu is slick, and it is filled with comedy. The Drunken
Master here is legendary, and possesses a sense of comedic timing and kung fu
mastery, making this movie a funny one to watch. There are serious moments, but
they aren’t prevalent throughout. There’s a lot of comedy in comparison to the king
fu that ends up being the finale. You’ll find that the overall fun and demeanor
of the film makes it a must watch. It has a balance of plot exchange and pacing
that is really good, never slowing down or causing you to yawn. There is a balance
between fights, training, comedy, and more, making this a standout epic of kung
fu movies. I recommend it, and give it a 4 out of 5 rating.
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