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Jet Li, Michelle Yeoh, Siu-hou Chin

Jet Li was a monk in Shaolin. In a friendly competition for a higher place in Shaolin, his childhood friend almost kills a fellow student for using a concealed weapon (which cannot be used in the comp...( read more  read more... )etition). He and his friend got kicked out of the Shaolin. They met rebellions at that time of China. His friend betrayed Jet Li and his rebellion friends for money from the China government. Jet Li went crazy and discovered the art of Tai Chi at the recover period. Revenge seem to the only thing he is going to do.

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R, 95 min.

Directed by: Woo-ping Yuen

Release Date: December 31, 1984

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DVD Release Date: February 24, 1998

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  • stopitgoaway
    October 15, 2009
    stopitgoaway
    My opinion is that Twin Warriors is a very good movie.The story is fascinating and the fighting style is great.Is also a good introduction in Tai Chi-a nice style.Jet Li has a very good presentation in this movie that's why i think is the best actor of martial arts that ever was....( read more)The idea of becoming crazy to learn Tai Chi is also a great one.I think that crazy people have a clear mind and is true that u can learn one style in that time and make yourself healthy.My advice is to see this movie not once,many more times because it deserves it. Here u got a small commentary: "Jet Li was a monk in Shaolin. In a friendly competition for a higher place in Shaolin, he was betrayed and framed for using weapons (which cannot be used in the competition). He and his friend got kicked out of the Shaolin. They met rebellions at that time of China. His friend betrayed Jet Li and his rebellion friends for money from the China government. Jet Li went crazy and discovered the art of Tai Chi at the recover period. Revenge seem to the only thing he is going to do." So i'm sure you will like it.:)
  • bradwest
    January 3, 2009
    bradwest
    Don't let the Tai Chi thing throw you. This kicks butt.
  • Collegekid
    August 17, 2008
    Collegekid
    no
  • organgrinder136
    May 11, 2008
    organgrinder136
    the dubbing was fucking comical. it's all about the fight scenes though. they're tremendous all the way through... if not a little silly. if ya want action it's here... plus michelle yeoh is always good to look at. she even fights too! well i'll be damned
  • AgentLexi2132
    February 3, 2008
    AgentLexi2132
    Pending Review...

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  • andyrt14
    September 14, 2009
    andyrt14
    another jet li classic! must watch for martial arts fans.
  • Jesssse26
    July 27, 2009
    Jesssse26
    AHHH hes kicking people at me!!! c,mon now... i dont like these types of movies flying in the air for 5 seconds while fighting not my thing. so fake and it looks so fake keep it out of my kung fu movie please.. But besides the flying.the action was great. worth a watch
  • JcobCrim
    April 21, 2009
    JcobCrim
    The story itself was not very interesting, but it was written in a humorous manor so it made it more bearable, but the fight sequences were great. Top notch kung fu film.
  • sportboy
    March 29, 2009
    sportboy
    want to see sometime in my life.
  • VOS410
    March 25, 2009
    VOS410
    It's ideal to see some documentaries on Shaolin Monks and how they go about their everyday activities to better comprehend films like Tai Chi Master. Surprisingly, their training habits are far-beyond those who spend a normal day at the gym.

    Celebrated Director and Fight Chor...( read more)eographer Yuen Wo-Ping, (The Matrix, Iron Monkey) in retrospect, gives us a glimpse of how it was centuries ago by displaying Martial Arts (Gongfu), to its highest potential. Starring Jet Li (The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, Lethal Weapon 4) and the self-professed tomboy Michelle Yoeh, (The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, Supercop) Master is a treasure indeed, to have both these phenomenal superstars together.

    Two cranky youngsters are partnered up in the Shaolin Temple with secretive intentions to learn the fine art of Kung Fu without a master's approval. Compelled to leave the temple due to lack of respect towards their elders after a scuffle was set off by Chin Bo that Jun Bo (Jet Li) tried to control, they find themselves moving to a district that draws the twin warriors to a rebel faction and entertains the public for means of shelter and income. With the two running into trouble having to pay taxes bylaw, Chin Bo uses the opportunity to join the military in the Lutan Province for potential wealth and power leaving his companion behind. Eventually, the go-getting extremist entraps his former friend and the rebellion lead by Siu Lin (Yoeh) by tricking them with false information in order to further build his position with Lord Lu. Saddened upon an old friend's dishonesty, Jun Bo finds it mentally difficult to cope with his feelings. He centers on a message that broadens his mind and begins to focus on a book that was previously given to Chin Bo and learns the art of Tai Chi to take revenge toward the person he trusted the most.

    Given the fact that this appears to be a heartfelt film, it's not all sweat and tears. Yuen Wo-Ping cleverly adds some comedy elements to cloud the characters sweet-sides making it less then what it becomes close to developing into. If you're familiar with the in-depth look to
    Shaolin and Kung Fu, then it could make the jokes funnier, however, being unaware will still give off a sense of humor. Although every character slightly can be of interest, Siu Lin (Yoeh) has the most adorable personality you can't help accept more story-telling of the troubled woman whom loved her ex-husband that left her for another. Michelle Yoeh performs confidently combining a taste of innocence with strength to her role and of course Jet Li at his pinnacle career gives us a piece of expertise in martial arts at its best.

    If you're a fan of that creative and high-flying martial arts action fashion then this one is worry free despite the many wire stunts utilized in the movie. You'll receive the best fight sequences from a man that knows how to get it done. The fight scenes are amazingly strategized seemingly taken seriously when being performed and if there is a comedy skit in between the battles, you'll know when to laugh and when to be surprised. The director was careful not to outshine certain characters with the main characters when filming fight scenes. One of the most memorable fight sequences is the rivalry between Siu Lin and Sister Liu in the restaurant where the combat from the first hit to the final scorpion-kick is just the thing you want to see and the finale between Chin Bo and Jun Bo is full of artistry. During Jun Bo's training in Tai Chi, Yuen Wo-Ping finely shoots the scenes where you're able to grasp a basic understanding of the art form.

    By and large, this one is surely a collectable to add to the best of the best and considering this is a film from the early 90's, Martial Art techniques like Kata, Wushu and stick fighting are all measured up in this Kung Fu extravaganza.

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