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Iron Monkey [DVD] [1993]

DVD ~ Rongguang Yu
4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Rongguang Yu, Donnie Yen, Jean Wang, Shi-Kwan Yen, James Wong
  • Directors: Woo-ping Yuen
  • Writers: Hark Tsui, Cheung Tan, Pik-yin Tang, Tai-Muk Lau
  • Producers: Hark Tsui, Quentin Tarantino
  • Format: PAL
  • Language Cantonese Chinese
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 2
  • Classification: 12
  • Studio: E1 Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 1 Mar 2004
  • Run Time: 86 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000189KY8
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 43,527 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Iron Monkey is a thrilling 1993 adventure directed by Yuen Woo-Ping, now better known as the action director of The Matrix and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Audiences who approach Iron Monkey after seeing the latter two Hollywood-produced hit movies will not be disappointed here, either by the physical prowess of the stars or the astonishing action set-pieces (especially an interlude atop a set of "Chinese poles"), which are staged for maximum dynamism. The story concerns the real-life Cantonese patriot Wong Fei-Hung, who is first introduced as an earnest boy travelling with his upright pugilist father (Donnie Yen) and drawing inspiration from the activities of the benevolent masked bandit known as the Iron Monkey (Yu Rong-Guang), a sort of Oriental Robin Hood. Ever since the late 1800s Wong Fei-Hung has evolved into an icon of Chinese pop culture and he's been a central figure in Hong Kong cinema since the 1950s, notably in Tsui Hark's Once Upon a Time in China series. Yuen Woo-Ping's fight sequences for his version of the legend are a powerful combination of the older, Baltic style of kung fu action and the newer body-slamming style pioneered by Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung. If you thought you were allergic to martial arts but loved Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, this is the perfect picture to continue your exploration of the genre. --David Chute, Amazon.com

On the DVD: This is a handsome-looking anamorphic (16:9) widescreen transfer, although the soundtrack is in mono. You can select either the dubbed English version or the original Cantonese with English subtitles. Extra features include trailers, photo galleries, biographies and interviews with both star Donnie Yen (in English) and director Yuen Woo-Ping (subtitled).

Synopsis
Yuen Woo-Ping's exhilarating martial arts film stars Yu Rong Guang as Dr. Yang, a kind family doctor who charitably provides medicine and care to impoverished villagers, along with his assistant, Orchid (the lovely Jean Wang). Yang, however, also masquerades as the crime-fighting Iron Monkey, who robs gold from the rich and gives to it the poor, much to the dismay of the corrupt local governor (James Wong). When famed fighter and physician Wong Kei-Ying (Donnie Yen) and his young son, Wong Fei-Hung (crossdressed actress Tsang Sze-Man), wander into town, the cowardly ruler captures the boy and pits his father against the elusive Iron Monkey. Eventually, the heroes must unite to face an even greater foe--a renegade Shaolin master (Yen Yee Kwan) and his treacherous lackeys.
This Chinese variation on the legend of Robin Hood is a good-natured (and often funny) action movie that features numerous outstanding fight scenes (including a battle fought on poles over a raging fire) and a surprising amount of cooking (yes, cooking). The film is the prequel to Tsui Hark's ONCE UPON A TIME IN CHINA series, which follows the adventures of folk hero Wong Fei-Hung as an adult. IRON MONKEY is particularly revelatory due to the amazing action sequences directed by Woo-Ping, who went on to choreograph the intricate fights of THE MATRIX and CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON.

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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An Awe Inspiring Period Action Piece, 29 Feb 2004
By A. J. Smith (UK) - See all my reviews
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Acclaimed director and action choreographer Yuen Woo Ping brings us his most grandiose effort yet. Exhibiting his mastery of the wire movie, as displayed in Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, he brings us this highly entertaining period piece revolving around the father of legendary folk hero Wong Fei Hung (played incredibly convincingly by a young girl!) joining forces with a Robin Hood-esque outlaw who robs from the corrupt and gives to the poor by night, and by day runs a clinic.
Phenomenal Martial Arts player Donnie Yen, who can be seen in Shanghai Knights and Blade II, stars alongside Mainland Chinese Peking Opera Player Yu Rong Kwong in what is a highly ammusing action comedy. Iron Monkey provides all the slapstick you would expect from a Hong Kong movie, as Yuen Woo Ping takes us through the corrupt Manchu governments quest to capture the title character, which culminates in a showdown above a flaming pit that really has to be seen to be believed.
True Martial Arts fans should note that this DVD also provides two documentaries on Wu Shu Forms, along with interviews with leading cast members, Iron Monkey promotional trailers, and some glimpses of hot forthcoming titles.
This title is an absolutely integral addition to the DVD collection of even the most casual admirer of Hong Kong Cinema. Miss it at your peril.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The original Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, 17 April 2001
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This review is from: Iron Monkey (Dubbed) [VHS] (VHS Tape)
With the opening shot of a masked figure running silently over rooftops, this film is instantly recognisable as the work of Yuen Woo Ping, the Action Director for The Matrix and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. The Martial Arts sequences are some of the best on film with the films climax acted out over poles of fire. The story is rather 'Robin Hood'-esque, with the Iron Monkey playing the part of a doctor who steals from the rich and gives to the poor. The story is fleshed out with the introduction of a very young Wong Fei Hung, who, with his father, played expertly by Donnie Yen, are woven into the fiasco involving the corrupt town officials. This film is one of the finest of the recent 'period' martial arts films, and a must for all fans of the genre, and for fans of "CTHD".
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars IRON MONKEY A KUNG FU CLASSIC, 17 Jul 2003
By BLIND_BADGER (letchworth, herts United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Iron Monkey [DVD] [1993] (DVD)
This is a movie for all lovers of the kung fu genre, it is action packed, fast paced and exciting.
The film is about this warrior called Iron Monkey(Yu Rong Kwong) who is an innocent doctor during the day, and an ass kicking crime fghter by night. The character "Iron Monkey" is basically the chinese version of robin hood, who steals from the rich to feed the poor. Then along comes Donnie Yen one day, who is also a warrior who fights corruption and it all kicks off from there.
Personnally I think the story line is a bit dodgy but dont let that put you off because the fight scenes are absolutely amazing,
The fight scenes are fast paced action sequences done by the master of fight choreography Yuen Woo-ping. The fights arent as poetic as from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon but they still leave you on the edge of your seat wanting more of the kinetic kung fu action.
The acting isn't bad either from the leading cast, which is an added bonus but the fill in actors who hang around in the back ground or have one line scenes could do with a few acting lessons. The translation is good as well, though there are a few moments when the conversations between characters gets a bit confusing because the translation is a bit dodgy in places.
But overall it is a kung fu classic with great fight scenes and a must see for all who are into the genre or are just getting into it, you will love every minute of it once you see passed the bad things and you will be stunned by the stuff these guys can do when fighting, there is one fight scene at the end which is absolutely amazing and very well filmed, but my personal favourite is when donnie yen fights Iron Monkey for the first time on the rooftops of the governors house, that fight scene is just awesome!
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3.0 out of 5 stars A good film spoiled by unnecessary effects.
Donnie Yen is an incredibly talented martial artist and this movie goes a long way to proving that. Unfortunately some of the action is speeded up to the point that it's quite... Read more
Published on 8 Aug 2006 by DVD Frenzy

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a badboy film
If you know about kung fu films, i need say no more. The fight scenes are incredible.

I watched it at a friend's, i had my own copy within 24hrs!!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars "NO SHADOW KICK"
WHAT A CRACKING MARTIAL ARTS FILM. I HAVE 2 VERSIONS OF THIS MOVIE. BUT THIS VERSION IS THE BEST.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic movie. Iron Monkey.
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Published on 1 Jun 2003 by Audrey M. York

5.0 out of 5 stars IRON MONKEY = AMAZING
I first got interested in martial arts films when i saw the matrix, then i wanted to explore the genre so i bought this. I was not let down. Read more
Published on 17 May 2003 by the jj

5.0 out of 5 stars Magnificent
What can I say? The only reason I bought Iron Monkey was because I had seen the trailer somewhere. I was impressed. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Splendidly silly
Essentially about an oriental Robin Hood, Iron Monkey arguably shows off the best of Hong Kong cinema. Read more
Published on 4 Oct 2002 by Horridbloke

5.0 out of 5 stars Iron Monkey is great
This story is Robin Hood meet Croughing tiger.

Amasing stunts (aswell as a sceen that was copied in Charlies angles) and a great storyline go together to make this movie. Read more

Published on 1 Feb 2002 by R. L. Hussey

5.0 out of 5 stars What a great film!
Not only were the fight scenes incredible, but the storyline was interesting and the characters were likeable too. Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2002

4.0 out of 5 stars Rage of Laughter - Iron Monkey gives Iron Abs!
At the beginnning I was utterely embarrassed that I had bought this dvd. However, after a shameful 10 minutes of bad acting, I discovered the unintentional humour in this film... Read more
Published on 29 Nov 2001

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