Drunken Fist
Drunken Fist

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Drunken Fist

2021
Movie
80 min
Mandarin

In the last years of the Qing Dynasty, Su Qier, the ten tigers of Guangdong, fought a decisive battle between the Ax Gang and the gangsters, and finally founded a school to spread martial arts.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Wei HuangGenres: Comedy, Action, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

A young, unskilled martial artist stumbles upon the secrets of the legendary Drunken Fist fighting style. He must master its unpredictable techniques to defend his village from a ruthless warlord and his army of skilled fighters. Along the way, he finds unlikely allies and learns that true strength comes from within.

Critical Reception

Drunken Fist received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its inventive fight choreography and comedic elements, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its high-octane action and humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creative and often hilarious fight sequences.

  • The blend of comedy and martial arts is a major draw.

  • Some critics noted a somewhat formulaic storyline.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's energetic action, unique drunken fighting style, and the humor injected into the martial arts sequences. Some viewers found the plot a bit thin but were entertained by the overall execution.

Fun Fact

The intricate choreography for the 'drunken' fighting style required actors to undergo extensive training to simulate the appearance of intoxication while performing complex martial arts moves.

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