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Kung Fu - The Complete First Season [DVD] [1973]

DVD ~ David Carradine

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Actors: David Carradine, Radames Pera, Keye Luke, Philip Ahn, James Hong
Directors: Alex Beaton, Barry Crane, Gordon Hessler, Harry Harris, Marc Daniels
Writers: Abe Polsky, Bernard Bossick, Charles McDaniel
Format: Box set, PAL
Language English
Subtitles: Croatian, Czech, Arabic, Turkish, French, Greek, Romanian, Dutch, Slovene, English, Bulgarian, Portuguese
Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
Number of discs: 3
Classification: 15
Studio: Warner Home Video
DVD Release Date: 5 Jul 2004
Run Time: 792 minutes

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (21 customer reviews)

ASIN: B0001XLY2O
Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 3,035 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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David Carradine became a cultural icon with his portrayal of an unassuming hero in the classic television series KUNG FU. Carradine is Kwai Chang Caine, a quiet, reflective man who journeys through the rugged Old West in the 1870s fleeing murder charges in China. Having trained in the Shaolin priesthood under blind Master Po and loving Master Kan, Caine is doing his best to remain peaceful. But in a world where violence lurks over every hill, Caine's honour is tested on numerous occasions. Contains the pilot episode Way of the Tiger, Sign of the Dragon and the fifteen subsequent episodes of the show's first season.

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kung Fu a tv series really worth watching!!, 25 April 2004

By	G. McMASTER "mcmaster101" (Hull, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was still a teenager when this show was first screened all those yearsago, and I am pleased to say that the show has not lost any of it'soriginal appeal. The transition to dvd is good and the overall quality isvery good. The portrayal of David Carradine as half american, halfchinese Shaolin Priest Kwai Chang Caine is excellent as he demonstrates anaivety combined with a zen like wisdom as he deals with the people andpoblems that happen along his way. He is gentle and softly spoken with anability to endure but is sometimes left with little option but to use hismartial arts skills and strategy in resolving, as gently as he can, theconflicts and prejudices he encounters. Very watchable and a highlyrecommended buy. Enjoy! This review is based on the region 1 format dvdset. Another box set to seriously consider is Shogun... anyone whoenjoyed The Last Samurai (Watanabi/Cruise version) should really enjoyShogun... made years earlier but quality viewing.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant TV, 3 Feb 2007

By	Ben Lockwood (Thurso, Scotland) - See all my reviews

The original showing of Kung-fu pre dates me and for years I didn't know where the 'grasshopper' reference came from. When I picked up Kung-fu I instantly saw why this was such the legend it was. Each episode is packed with just the right mix of action and story with frequent words of wisdom that are easy to take to heart. All potential proverbs in their own right.

Kung-fu does not strike me as OVERLY dated at all compared to some things. Although in one episode (either this series or the next) contains a scene with a raven that I'll never forget, it was so ridiculously fake and the wires/string were easily visible. The fight scenes aren't quite as hectic as modern shows have either but when Caine beats his arrogant foe it still leaves you with a smile on your face. Kung-fu makes you feel good time and time again and I think everyone who has ever seen it has, at one point in their lives, wanted to be Kwai Chang Caine. And quite rightly so.

Well worth the money for this wonderful classic that deserves all the praise it receives.

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Return of Kwai Chang Caine, 4 Nov 2006

By	Ian Mayes "moggymayes" (UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Kung Fu, what a wonderful iconic series to be reborn on DVD. Made in a time when the story was all that was needed to support each individual episode, how refreshing it is to watch today.

Do not just look to the martial arts flashback sequences, but look for the simplicity, peacefulness, and subtle wisdom of the Shaolin priesthood teaching that is embodied in this series. This is what made Kung Fu magical. Each episode tells an individual story in its own right. No gimmicks! As one reviewer wrote, this is quality.

For those who are asking does it exist, The Shaolin Temple lies on the outskirts of Deng Feng city, some 80km from Zhengzhou city, China, and is still active today. The Shaolin Academy is 7km away from the Temple complex, and dates to 457AD. Both have a wonderful history. Been there!!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Kung Fu complete first season DVD
really enjoyable set of DVD's although I have not got through each episode yet. Love the slow motion filming in fighting sequences action as well as the philosophical aspects... Read more

Published 3 months ago by Mr. A. Ali

5.0 out of 5 stars KUNG FU - Wow!
Just purchased Kung Fu Series 1 & 2. Took me right back to an earlier time of very happy viewing. I found the philosophy and ethos of the films as fresh as when the originals were... Read more

Published 3 months ago by John Langley

5.0 out of 5 stars Excelent
An excellent t.v series. I bought seasons one and two. I'm coming to the end of season one. i have to say i loved every moment. great value for money at twice the price. Read more

Published 4 months ago by F. Graham

5.0 out of 5 stars Fond memories confirmed.
I had fond memories of having watched this series in the early 70s but without being able to quote specific reasons why. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Mr. T. A. Maurice

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
I bought this for a relative who absolutely loved it! A right laugh! Highly recommend!

Published 5 months ago by Petrarch'sGirl

5.0 out of 5 stars I Come in Peace.
I first saw this series 30 years ago in the UK and had forgotten just how good it was. The storylines and scenes are all quite simple - Caine wanders through town after town... Read more

Published 5 months ago by Mr. S. Kinsey

3.0 out of 5 stars "Scan" version of a great tv production... Shouldn't we be warned?
Although this is a fine series and an excellent return to an influential icon when I was a kid (everyone was dodging Indian arrows and oriental influences at school... Read more

Published 14 months ago by Manuel Carvalho

4.0 out of 5 stars A classic
I remember this series as a high point from my youth. I didn't know anything about kung fu but I loved the representation of the hero with unstoppable powers who places more value... Read more

Published 22 months ago by Mr. M. A. Bowles

5.0 out of 5 stars Kung Fu - the spirit of the Seventies reborn
When Kung Fu was first aired in the Granada region, way back in 1973, it used to be on every other week because the TV execs weren't really sure how audiences would respond to its... Read more

Published 23 months ago by S. Yates

4.0 out of 5 stars I just love it!
This was the original series that got me dreaming about wandering the desert with my boots over my shoulder.
I was about 7 years old when originally shown on TV. Read more

Published on 7 Sep 2006 by Mr. C. J. MacKenzie

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