Chop Socky: Cinema Hong Kong (2003)

Action Documentary

Filmmaker Ian Taylor examines the impressive legacy of Hong Kong cinema -- specifically, how martial arts crossed borders and become an international phenomenon -- with the help of footage and interviews with the stars who made the genre what it is today. Director Lau Ka Leung (who helmed The 36th Chamber of Shaolin) joins in, sharing his thoughts on how certain cinematic technologies have improved martial arts films and expanded their appeal.

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2004-07-31

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Runtime: 55 mins Rating: 7.8 Homepage: Website

Cast

Jet Li

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Cheng Pei-Pei

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John Woo

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Jackie Chan

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Bruce Lee

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Run Run Shaw

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Liu Chia-Liang

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Sammo Hung

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