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In Kiss of the Dragon, Chinese undercover agent Jet Li chops his way through Paris after he's framed in some sketchily defined drug sting operation. The fight sequences are tough and quite brutal, and the over-the-top finale is arguably worth the price of admission, wherein an implacable Li takes on the entire Paris Police Bureau, working his way up toward police chief Tchéky Karyo's office through cops, a pair of peroxide-blond twin henchmen, and a whole class of kung fu cadets. Coscreenwriter Luc Besson (La Femme Nikita) should know by now what makes for a nifty genre piece, but the woeful dialogue is a shame, and there aren't nearly enough action sequences to get your blood boiling. Poor Bridget Fonda gives it the old-school try in a thankless role as an ex-junkie prostitute from the Midwest whose young daughter is being held captive by duplicitous police chief/drug lord/pimp Karyo (who fairly inhales the scenery). Director Chris Nolan might have pushed further the strangers-in-a-strange-land camaraderie between Li and Fonda, but the script still would've sunk him. --Steve Wiecking
On the DVD: Kiss of the Dragon is a film that relies on its superbly choreographed fight scenes, so luckily the anamorphically enhanced 2.35:1 widescreen presentation is spotless. The Dolby Digital 5.1 audio track positively shakes the room in the action sequences and atmospheric music by Craig Armstrong perfectly underscores the highs and lulls in the drama. Extras are plentiful: the audio commentary from Director Chris Nahon with Jet Li and Bridget Fonda is informative. "Jet Li--Fighting Philosophy" is a 12-minute bluffer's guide to Li and his life on and off-screen. "Cory Yuen--Action Academy" is about the work of long-time Li collaborator Yuen and details his fighting methodology. The "Police Gymnasium Fight: Martial Arts Demo" follows Yuen and fellow stuntmen blocking the stunning battle sequence. There are also a number of production stills and trailers for other Fox releases. --Kristen Bowditch
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Liu Jian (Jet Li) is a Chinese government agent who has been sent to France to assist in the arrest of a Chinese heroin smuggler. But when he arrives he is framed for murder by corrupt French police detective Jean-Pierre Richard (Tchéky Karyo) and forced to go on the run in a bid to prove his innocence. When he meets Jessica (Bridget Fonda), a prostitute whose daughter Isabel is being held captive by Richard, Liu offers to get Isabel back if Jessica will help expose Richard's corruption. Jessica agrees and much martial arts mayhem follows.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By rp
Format:DVD
Wow! All the other reviewers have said just about everything there is to say about this film (some of there reviews must be longer than the film's script).
The action in this film is nicely filmed. Jet Li is stunning. Burt Kwok (star of the Pink Panther and Harry Hill) shows that he can be a very good serious actor. Fonda is spot on.
I'd rate this film above The Enforcer and The Black Mask, but below Once Upon a Time In China and Fist of Legend.
With a little more Kung Fu and a bit less gunplay it might have rivalled Jet Li's best.
The action in this film is nicely filmed. Jet Li is stunning. Burt Kwok (star of the Pink Panther and Harry Hill) shows that he can be a very good serious actor. Fonda is spot on.
I'd rate this film above The Enforcer and The Black Mask, but below Once Upon a Time In China and Fist of Legend.
With a little more Kung Fu and a bit less gunplay it might have rivalled Jet Li's best.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Jay
Format:DVD
I expect most of these Hong Kong martial-arts films to be packed with action but most feature either a little humor (Jackie Chan) or beautiful scenery ("Hero," etc.) or wild special effects ("Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" and more).....but this one features a mean edge. I'm not used to seeing these Asian films with a lot of profanity (mainly f-words) or bloody scenes almost to the point of being gross, which one scene was in here.
The hero is likable guy played by Jet Li. Despite his martial arts penchant for violence, he has a soft, boyish look to him and doesn't seem to fit the type. He's always the gentleman in here, with no profanity either. The villains, led by Tchecky Karyo, are brutal. Bridget Fonda, playing a hooker, at least wasn't some "Pretty Woman" type figure. She was rough, too, but at least realistic and I give her credit for not worrying about how she looked in here, beauty-wise.
I don't regret seeing this film. It was entertaining, but beware: it's a rough movie.
The hero is likable guy played by Jet Li. Despite his martial arts penchant for violence, he has a soft, boyish look to him and doesn't seem to fit the type. He's always the gentleman in here, with no profanity either. The villains, led by Tchecky Karyo, are brutal. Bridget Fonda, playing a hooker, at least wasn't some "Pretty Woman" type figure. She was rough, too, but at least realistic and I give her credit for not worrying about how she looked in here, beauty-wise.
I don't regret seeing this film. It was entertaining, but beware: it's a rough movie.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By "weedancer"
Format:VHS Tape
The idea for the story for this film was thought up by Jet Li himself as well as Li putting in his bit for producing the film. But the real goodness of the film comes from Luc Besson and his screen play. This film is dark gritty and uses a wide range of camera and directing skills that the French seem to have a natural flare for doing well.
This film will bring a smile to anyones face. However i do advise that the ending is a bit over the top blood wise and drags on a bit. But its all part of a well rounded film.
This film will bring a smile to anyones face. However i do advise that the ending is a bit over the top blood wise and drags on a bit. But its all part of a well rounded film.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
This is Luc Besson and Jet Li at their best, supported by the brilliant Bridget Fonda.
A Chinese cop is draughted in by the Paris police, headed by Tchéky Karyo|... Read more
A Chinese cop is draughted in by the Paris police, headed by Tchéky Karyo|... Read more
Published 1 month ago by N. P. Byford
5.0 out of 5 stars
Kung fu magic
If you love jet li then buy this.One of his best films made.Brilliant acting and loads of action.Leaves you wanting more.
Published 4 months ago by pongoose
2.0 out of 5 stars
There are break in print in 2 - 3 places !
Really not sure why these prints are not getting reviewed before they are sold in the market. There are breaks in print in 2 - 3 places and is really not worth buying.
Published 5 months ago by Susmit Nag
5.0 out of 5 stars
We will Treasure it for years!!!!!
This is a must see , if you never had this movie.
This is a must buy , if your a kung fu person.
This is a 5 Star for quality !
Many Thanks to the seller !!!
This is a must buy , if your a kung fu person.
This is a 5 Star for quality !
Many Thanks to the seller !!!
Published 9 months ago by Janson
4.0 out of 5 stars
One Jet Li`s best
I like how little wires was used in the fight scenes and the plot was ok. I enjoyed the realistic fight scenes. Another performance i liked was by Tchéky Karyo. Read more
Published 13 months ago by LoBo
4.0 out of 5 stars
good action and mad french man make it worthwhile
this film is made worthwhile by the mad french villain who is exceptional at shouting and being ruthless ! watch it just for him lol
Published 14 months ago by ac
5.0 out of 5 stars
Superb martial arts action and an entertaining plot!
I think nowadays, this film will look slightly dated in terms of story and perhaps character development, however, much of the martial arts is done by Jet Li or Cyril Raffaelli... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Louise Roberts
5.0 out of 5 stars
Look around
I like this film so I look to where I could get it at a good price after all these days we have to watch the money,it would have cost me more to hirer then it did to buy so it was... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Mr. John W. Faulkner-lloyd
4.0 out of 5 stars
Forget the kiss, this is kick of the dragon.
What do you want from a Jet Li movie? By the time of Kiss Of The Dragon being released, many of his fans had been vociferous about how his film's were losing realism in the fight... Read more
Published on 11 Mar 2011 by Spike Owen
4.0 out of 5 stars
Soft spot for Bridget Fonda!
I dont really watch martial arts movies - but i was intrigued when I accidently saw it playing and spotted Bridget Fonda in this and then I got hooked. Read more
Published on 7 Aug 2010 by Hud
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