Crazy Horse & Intelligent Monkey
Crazy Horse & Intelligent Monkey

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Crazy Horse & Intelligent Monkey

1980
Movie
95 min
Cantonese

Guards of a casino beat Hou Hsiao-Shan because he was caught cheating. Fortunately, Kung Fu expert Ma Ta rescues him.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Cheng-liang HsuGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A skilled martial artist named Jackie travels to Hong Kong to find his uncle, who has been kidnapped by a criminal gang. He teams up with a local cop and a streetwise fighter to rescue his uncle and bring down the gang. The film features elaborate fight sequences and comedic elements.

Critical Reception

This early Jackie Chan film is considered a minor entry in his filmography, often overshadowed by his later, more polished works. It showcases his developing stunt work and comedic timing but lacks the sophisticated plotting and choreography of his international hits. Audience reception tends to be mixed, with fans appreciating the action and Chan's charisma, while some find the story and production values less compelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Entertaining early martial arts action with Jackie Chan.

  • Features some impressive stunts and fight choreography for its time.

  • The plot is somewhat simplistic and less refined than Chan's later films.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are scarce due to its limited international release and age. Those that exist often highlight the fun, if basic, action sequences and Jackie Chan's energetic performance.

Fun Fact

This film was one of Jackie Chan's earliest starring roles, showcasing his burgeoning talent before his international breakthrough.

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