Martial arts films showcase incredible physical discipline and skill and they provide a thrilling display of combat techniques, offering a unique form of entertainment.
“They Call Me Bruce?” (1982) is a delightful comedy that blends martial arts with humor. Directed by Elliott Hong, this film is a charming spoof that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s a lighthearted romp through the world of mistaken identity and kung fu hijinks. Johnny Yune as “Bruce” Johnny Yune stars as the titular…
Set in 19th century Japan, this 1965 film is a testament to Kurosawa’s cinematic genius and his deep understanding of human nature.
Released in 1980, “The Octagon” marked director Eric Karson‘s foray into the burgeoning martial arts film genre. Led by the stoic presence of Chuck Norris, the film offers a blend of action sequences, revenge plot, and Cold War intrigue. While the narrative may not hold many surprises for seasoned action movie viewers, “The Octagon” serves…
Enter the Game of Death (1978): A Martial Arts Masterpiece Pays Tribute to Bruce Lee’s Iconic Legacy “Enter the Game of Death” (1978) is a dazzling display of martial arts prowess and a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Bruce Lee. Led by the charismatic Bruce Le, the film channels the spirit of Lee’s iconic roles…
Ninja (2009) is a martial arts film that traces Casey’s (Scott Adkins) journey as an American ninja seeking vengeance for his sensei’s death in Japan.
A Kung Fu Odyssey Through the Wilds of the Martial Arts World If you’re looking for a trip down the rabbit hole of martial arts mayhem, “Arhats of Shaolin Temple” is your ticket to ride. This film is a heady mix of jaw-dropping fight scenes, off-the-wall humor, and a dash of spiritual enlightenment thrown in…
Brutal revenge or letting go and breaking the cycle of violence? In feudal Japan, village senior is killed out of revenge by a youthful samurai. His blind daughter agrees to be escorted to the nearest safe place while she has a dilemma – either to revenge her father or to cut a cycle of revenge….
This movie is the cinematic equivalent of a screaming neon sign that says “WARNING: 80s CHEESE AHEAD.” The acting? Wooden enough to build a nunchuck factory. The plot? Thinner than Sho Kosugi after a particularly rigorous shuriken throwing session.
A prequel to Ip Man and Ip Man 2! Ip is taught Wing Chun by a couple of masters and travels to Hong Kong to further his skills. There has been a heap of movies about legendary Kung Fu master Ip Man in recent years, and each does portray a slightly different character. With that…
A true classic film from the greatest martial artist of all time! Tang Lung arrives in Rome to help his cousins in the restaurant business. They are being pressured to sell their property to the syndicate, who will stop at nothing to get what they want. When Tang arrives he poses a new threat to…
Best Chinese Sword play Film dubbed in English In this martial arts action-drama, a swordsman named Toh Hong travels home after a long battle to discover his wife and children have been brutally murdered. Pre-wire-fu so it’s all acrobatics and quick footwork! Setting is great in that it really looks desolate, back drops are epic,…
Great and really entertaining Kung-Fu movie Plot: Defeated in a match at Shaolin, Wu Kung wanders China till he finds his own temple and style of fighting: Tang Sao Do Karate. Years later, student and ninth successor, Hsi Man Kwong challenges and crumbles all the Chinese kung fu schools in the area. This movie is…
One of the best exhibitions of kicking in Martial arts film history! A country bumpkin arrives to help his brother’s rice business. Things get out of hand while a rival company becomes corrupt. The bumpkin, an ace martial artist, fights off the rivals. Angered, the rivals hire a martial arts expert to fight the hero,…
In this period martial arts-adventure, three warriors set out on a series of adventures in order to determine who has the strongest fighting skills. The Hot, the Cool, and the Vicious stars Delon Tan and Wang Tao. I know the best martial arts movie ever made is “Magnificent Weapons of China” but this movie has…
Shaolin Temple Against Lama (1980) – Action-packed extravaganza Made in Taiwan Shaolin Temple Against Lama (1980) – Creaky plot concerning palace intrigues in the late Ming Dynasty. In a slight nod to Hamlet, an evil Lord has killed the king and consorts with the lovely queen. Queen’s son, the Prince, is a braggard who seeks…