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Movie-kinetics genius. Kung Fu Hustle takes the gleeful mayhem of Hong Kong action movies, the deadpan physical humor of silent comedies, and the sheer elasticity of Wile E. Coyote cartoons and fuses them into a spectacle that is simple in its joys and mind-boggling in its orchestration. A run-down slum has been poor but peaceful until a bunch of black-suited gangsters called the Axe Gang show up to cause trouble--and discover that, hidden among the humble poor, are three kung fu masters trying to live an ordinary life. But after these martial artists repulse the gang with their flying fists and feet, the gang leader hires a pair of assassins, whose arrival leads to the unveiling of more secrets, until both the screen and the audience are dizzy with hyperbolic fight artistry (choreographed by Yuen Wo Ping, who also choreographed The Matrix). Weaving through this escalating fury is a loudmouthed loser (writer/director/actor Stephen Chow) who suddenly finds himself having to live up to his bragging. Kung Fu Hustle more than lives up to the promise of Chow's previous film, Shaolin Soccer: it's a movie made by an imagination unfettered by the laws of physics. Hugely entertaining. --Bret Fetzer, Amazon.com
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Set amid the chaos of pre-revolutionary China, small time thief, Sing (Stephen Chow), aspires to be one of the sophisticated and ruthless Axe Gang whose underworld activities overshadow the city. Stumbling across the crowded apartment complex aptly known as 'Pig Sty Alley', Sing attempts to extort money from one of the ordinary locals, but the neighbours are not what they appear. Sing's comical attempts at intimidation inadvertantly attract the Axe Gang into the fray, setting off a chain of events that brings the two disparate worlds face-to-face. As the inhabitants of the Pig Sty fight for their lives, the ensuing clash of Kung Fu titans unearths some legendary martial arts masters. Sing, despite his futile attempts, lacks the soul of a killer, and must face his own mortality in order to discover the true nature of the Kung Fu master.
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I got this film for my husband as he is into Kung Fu, however I decided to watch it with him and I'm glad I did. I love comedy and this was very funny, but unlike many Hollywood comedies, this film does not take itself too seriously. Although there is an underlying coming of age story, it doesn't engulf the film and make the ending any less funny than the beginning.
This film is kung fu crossed with the matrix crossed with Looney Tunes. The landlady is destined to become a legendary character. Very entertaining - a must watch.
This film is kung fu crossed with the matrix crossed with Looney Tunes. The landlady is destined to become a legendary character. Very entertaining - a must watch.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By M. Smith
Format:UMD Mini for PSP
One of the funniest films I have ever seen, easily the best Kung-Fu movie around. Great special effects combined with a director who might well be high, and the quirkiness of a chinese film mean that this really is a must-see!
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
Somehow, I managed to persuade my wife to come to the cinema and watch this with me. Both of us were very glad we went!
It's not strictly a kung fu film. Yes, there is kung fu, there are fights, but there is so much more; constant humour, wonderful choreography (the early dance scene featuring the axe gang, alone, is worth the money) and a chain-smoking landlady.
This is a fantasy adventure, a morality tale which is never preachy and a wonderful, well-made film that entertains and amuses throughout.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Jenny J.J.I.
Format:DVD
Being a chow fan myself, I must say this is by far the best work he's done. I was absolutely captivated and immediately at home in this very foreign place. This film is so strangely retro and yet tangible. Stephen Chow's name has been around the Chinese cinema for more than twenty years. His special style of dry humor is not only known but also recognized by Chinese viewers as his trademark and uniqueness. It's only until recently with the release of Shaolin soccer did people around the world started to take notice of this Asian pop icon. But when we thought it couldn't get any better, he surprised us with this masterpiece, Kung Fu Hustle. I have never laughed so hard, yet come away feeling as if I had been uplifted.
The effects are fierce, and yet organic. The characters are strong, vivid and effective. The imagery and magic of the story and scenery and amazing overwhelmingly inspired soundtrack blend. It's like this film picks you up and never puts you down, doesn't miss a beat, and never spends a fraction of a second too long in any one spot.
Viewers will find themselves drawn into the fantasy world of Kung Fu with funny, fascinating characters that blow people's mind away. References to Forrest Gump, The Matrix, Silence of the Lambs, traditional Chinese Woosha novels can be found in many scenes. I also find myself laughing so hard in several parts. Most of the jokes are easy to understand for they are usually short phrases or body movements. This allows general audiences around the world to get pass the cultural or language barrier and enjoy the atmosphere it's creating. The action scenes are also visually stunning according to the design by famous action designer Yuen Ho Ping (Responsible for Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon and The Matrix trilogy).... Read more ›
The effects are fierce, and yet organic. The characters are strong, vivid and effective. The imagery and magic of the story and scenery and amazing overwhelmingly inspired soundtrack blend. It's like this film picks you up and never puts you down, doesn't miss a beat, and never spends a fraction of a second too long in any one spot.
Viewers will find themselves drawn into the fantasy world of Kung Fu with funny, fascinating characters that blow people's mind away. References to Forrest Gump, The Matrix, Silence of the Lambs, traditional Chinese Woosha novels can be found in many scenes. I also find myself laughing so hard in several parts. Most of the jokes are easy to understand for they are usually short phrases or body movements. This allows general audiences around the world to get pass the cultural or language barrier and enjoy the atmosphere it's creating. The action scenes are also visually stunning according to the design by famous action designer Yuen Ho Ping (Responsible for Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon and The Matrix trilogy).... Read more ›
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By vailsy
Format:DVD
if you love good film, you cant fail to like this movie.. the visual style is warm and always interesting. the acting is deliberately hammed up, and to very good effect
some very funny parts also, and exciting fight sequences
if all you want from a movie is mindless action and fighting you might prefer to look elsewhere. if you enjoy good action mixed with style, wit and originality you must see this movie
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Kung fu hustle is a fabulous whirlwind of action. The characters are inspired and very over the top, the fight scenes are mind blowing and many scenes in the film had me howling with laughter. If your after a film that has you gripped from beginning to end and either on the edge of your seat or rolling on the floor laughing Kung Fu Hustle's the one for you. If you love kung fu and having a laugh don't bother renting it, you'll want to watch it again and again.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
I had seen the movie Kung Fu Hustle after downloading it on the net. Although I enjoyed it, i could not really get the excitement due to the bad print.
The Blue Ray version is just marvelous with it picture quality as well as audio and sub title options.
Anyone with even a slight interest in martial arts film, or special effects and a sense of humour will enjoy it tremendously.
The Blue Ray version is just marvelous with it picture quality as well as audio and sub title options.
Anyone with even a slight interest in martial arts film, or special effects and a sense of humour will enjoy it tremendously.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
If you enjoy martial Art films then this Stephen Chow production is brilliant. It has a good story line and offers some brilliant fight scenes, as well as its comedic value which will have you laughing throughout. You have to watch it to fully appreciate it.
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Amazing film
Top Kung fu film, watch in subtitles for best effect. A film that can't be beaten, great storyline, excellent stunts, albeit over the top
Published 7 days ago by graham r
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excellent value for money
excellent film one of the great kung fu movies it is in the top 250 films a must see film
Published 1 month ago by Mr. Gary Jordan
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Best of 2007
One of the best Chow films and the best I watched in 2007. Alongside the chinese oddeysey and shaolin soccer , regard this highly great watch. Read more
Published 2 months ago by M
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Maravilhoso!
Produto sensacional! Raridades sobre o filme que nunca encontraria no Brasil. Chegou muito rápido ao meu pais! Podem comprar tranquilamente!
Published 2 months ago by Fábio (Brasil)
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Kung fu comedy
This is a movie if you want a laugh then this is the one for you it has action and all the martial arts you could wish for would recommend this movie to frinds
Published 4 months ago by rileymalik
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this film
Ive had this film for some time. Recently bought a copy for my karate instructor for Xmas. It's kinda slapstick mixed with seriously good martial arts skills - f*%ing funny ;)
Published 5 months ago by Viz
5.0 out of 5 stars
fab film
very fast delivery, quicker than i expected
funny film just love it. voices were dubbed so even better without the subtitles
would recommend it . Read more
funny film just love it. voices were dubbed so even better without the subtitles
would recommend it . Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mrs D BUrkert
5.0 out of 5 stars
SUPER FUNNY FILM
This is a super funny film and only seems to be rated 15 because of the violence. This is cartoon at best and my son loves it. Read more
Published 22 months ago by SueS
5.0 out of 5 stars
Kung Fu indeed
A very funny film that basically tells the story of one bloke,who wants to be a bad guy.The bad guys are the Axe Gang,for obvious reasons! Read more
Published on 20 May 2011 by David Addison
5.0 out of 5 stars
Really enjoyable offbeat kung-fu movie with great twists
Caught the tail-end of this on Flim 4 one evening and had to buy it to see it from the beginning. Totally blown away by this film which has rekindled my enthusiasm for Asian... Read more
Published on 17 May 2011 by RandyAngell
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