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The Dragon, the Young Master
Set in 1920's Manchuria, Kao-Yin sells information on the mining operation to the Japanese and is rewarded with a large quantity of valuable jewellery. But the jewellery is stolen and hidden in the snow mountain where it will remain unless one man - or woman - can survive the battles of murder and deception that surround it.
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Plot Summary
Dragon is a naive young man from a martial arts school who goes to the city to sell some antiques. Unbeknownst to him, one of the items is a priceless artifact that has been stolen by a ruthless gangster. When the gangster learns that Dragon is in possession of the artifact, he sends his thugs to retrieve it, forcing Dragon to use his formidable martial arts skills to protect himself and the artifact.
Critical Reception
The Dragon, the Young Master was a critical and commercial success, marking a significant step in Jackie Chan's career as a leading man and action star. It showcased his unique blend of comedy, martial arts, and death-defying stunts, which would become his trademark.
What Reviewers Say
Spectacular martial arts choreography.
Jackie Chan's comedic timing and physical prowess are on full display.
Features some of Chan's most innovative and dangerous stunts.
Google audience: Audience reception is generally very positive, with many praising Jackie Chan's groundbreaking stunt work and comedic action sequences. The film is seen as a landmark in Hong Kong action cinema.
Fun Fact
Jackie Chan performed nearly all of his own stunts in the film, including a dangerous fall from a multi-story clock tower that resulted in a severe shoulder injury.
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