Kung Fu Hustle

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Has anyone seen this yet? I know that it is out in select cities and I saw a preview the other night and I am dying to see it.
 
I saw it, it was actually really good if you are a fan of Stephen Chow. There are a few things I didn't like or thought could have done better, but that in no way means not to watch it. Hell, I highly recommend it.
 
I saw it in NYC a couple of weeks ago, and it's a really good movie. Nice combination of action and humor. If you like this genre of movies it's a must see ortherwise it's an above avg. movie. For non-action fans a rental is worth it.
 
A friend gave it to me on disk for a few weeks prior and just watched it last weekend. I definatly enjoyed it but I think the commercials are hyping it a bit to much. It is very funny but not wall to wall laughs and I thought the fight scenes could have been a couple of minutes longer and some of the pacing could use some work.

But, over all a good movie just don't go by the commercials.
 
I saw it last Friday and it was very good. Even my girlfriend, who is not a fan of martial arts movies, enjoyed it. It was definitely worth seeing.
 
Saw it last year visiting relatives in Asia. Very funny movie. Some stuff is a bit over the top - like the 'road runner - wiley coyote sequence'. But it's funny overall.
 
This is all great news about the movie. I think it is showing in my neck of the woods starting on April 22 so I will definitely be checking it out. Who was the best character? Who should I be looking out for?
 
Did they keep the original soundtrack or add a crappy new one like they love to do and mess up the movie?
Stephen Chow movies are best left unamericanized for maximum laughs.
I would love to see it on the big screen but am scared they modified it from the chinese version.
 
[quote name='Noodle Pirate!']Did they keep the original soundtrack or add a crappy new one like they love to do and mess up the movie?
Stephen Chow movies are best left unamericanized for maximum laughs.
I would love to see it on the big screen but am scared they modified it from the chinese version.[/QUOTE]

Same here.
 
I saw it over the weekend, great stuff. I don't think they changed anything like they supposedly did with Shaolin Soccer (haven't seen it myself). I seriously doubt anything was changed, at least, there were no obvious signs. And thankfully it was subtitled -- something I shouldn't even have to worry about, but with some genres you still have to be afraid. Go see it.
 
[quote name='SevereTireDamage']I saw it over the weekend, great stuff. I don't think they changed anything like they supposedly did with Shaolin Soccer (haven't seen it myself). I seriously doubt anything was changed, at least, there were no obvious signs. And thankfully it was subtitled -- something I shouldn't even have to worry about, but with some genres you still have to be afraid. Go see it.[/QUOTE]


What about the soundtrack? did they play the same poo as they do in the commercials? - Or any english songs?
That's the only thing holding me back now.
 
[quote name='nevposey']This is all great news about the movie. I think it is showing in my neck of the woods starting on April 22 so I will definitely be checking it out. Who was the best character? Who should I be looking out for?[/QUOTE]

I thought the best character was the crazy hermit near the end but for pure laughs, Stephen Chow's character was hilarious especially the part where he's trying to 'assassinate' someone with throwing knives.
 
Thanks for the for the info JayKrue. A friend of mine saw the movie in NYC earlier this week and said the same thing about Stephen Chow's character. I wish I could been in NYC or LA when this came out.
 
[quote name='Noodle Pirate!']What about the soundtrack? did they play the same poo as they do in the commercials? - Or any english songs?
That's the only thing holding me back now.[/QUOTE]Not that I remember. There were no techno or rock songs, if you that's what you're thinking.

And dude, the best character is totally the Landlady. Don't even try it.
 
[quote name='SevereTireDamage']Not that I remember. There were no techno or rock songs, if you that's what you're thinking.

And dude, the best character is totally the Landlady. Don't even try it.[/QUOTE]

She was funny and badass but I still the most kickass character (next to the main character's of course) is still the hermit especially when he goes frog-style technique.
 
I saw it when my parents got the VCD from our uncle. Good movie, much better than Shaolin Soccer.

It's a lot more fun to watch it if you know Chinese and know a lot of the parodies they did (I didn't know about them until my parents explained them to me).
 
[quote name='nevposey']Has anyone seen this yet? I know that it is out in select cities and I saw a preview the other night and I am dying to see it.[/QUOTE]

I saw it a while back. Very entertaining.
 
How does this compare to Stephen Chow's Shaolin Soccer? The Chinese version cracked me up! I'm looking forward to this too.
 
[quote name='jovherye']How does this compare to Stephen Chow's Shaolin Soccer? The Chinese version cracked me up! I'm looking forward to this too.[/QUOTE]

Jokes are definitely different (includes a joke about soccer too) so I can't properly compare. But I think Shaolin Soccer is punchline funny while Hustle is more gag funny.
 
[quote name='jaykrue']Jokes are definitely different (includes a joke about soccer too) so I can't properly compare. But I think Shaolin Soccer is punchline funny while Hustle is more gag funny.[/QUOTE]

I heard there is a lot more action in this Chow flick than in his last. Kun Fu on another level. Any truth to that?
 
[quote name='nevposey']I heard there is a lot more action in this Chow flick than in his last. Kun Fu on another level. Any truth to that?[/QUOTE]

Well, it IS called Kung Fu Hustle. Yea, the fighting action is definitely more kickass in this one. Check out when Chow learns the Buddhist Palm
 
[quote name='slimpip']I'm gonna have to say the #1 Killers are the best character(s). Their fight scene is incredible.[/QUOTE]

Ya, but don't forget, they're not the #1 killers. They say so themselves. That's the frog hermit
 
[quote name='Collectordragon']Is this movie dubbed or subbed or are both choices available? When Iron Monkey was released in theaters it was nice that I could see it subbed.[/QUOTE]

I think it's subbed. I don't know as I saw it overseas.
 
[quote name='jaykrue']I think it's subbed. I don't know as I saw it overseas.[/QUOTE]

I have heard that has subtitles. I will tell you for sure after I see it TOMORROW. Can't wait. I need a good laugh and these flicks always do it for me.
 
[quote name='jaykrue']Saw it last year visiting relatives in Asia. Very funny movie. Some stuff is a bit over the top - like the 'road runner - wiley coyote sequence'. But it's funny overall.[/QUOTE]

I agree with the road runner thing, but that Stephen Chow is awesome. Love all his movies.
 
going to see this today, im just happy that it might be subbed, i was worred that id have to put up with a bad english dub until the dvd came out... have fun at the movies everyone
 
[quote name='iheartmetal']going to see this today, im just happy that it might be subbed, i was worred that id have to put up with a bad english dub until the dvd came out... have fun at the movies everyone[/QUOTE]

It is subtitled so that you understand what is being said. I saw it at a free preview here in the Detroit Area. The action is just so sweet.
 
omfg I just got to see it and I love it. It was freaking awesome the ending seemed a little rushed though. But still a great movie so go watch it ^_^
 
Heh, I enjoyed Shaolin Soccer, so I knew what to expect as far as kind of movie, but some of my friends were pleasently surprised. I thought it was very good myself. As they said, with all the action, they didn't mind the subs.
 
I just saw it tonight too. One of the best movies I've seen all year. And I've seen alot of movies this year. I mean alot. Takes kung fu to a whole new level. Any kung fu genre movies following this are gonna have a hard time topping it. It has playful kung fu but somehow stays serious and I think thats the strongest part. Plus there has not really been kung fu special effects on screen like this before.
 
Tonight I saw it for the second time and caught plenty more movie-references I missed the first go-round. Definately holds up to repeat viewings.

Possibly more so than the action, I was incredibly blown away by the cinematography.
 
Here is the review I wrote

Kung Fu Hustle
Starring: Stephen Chow
Directed by: Stephen Chow
A-

Kung Fu Hustle is the latest film by Hong Kong great, Stephen Chow. There is no one in the world that is as good as Chow at mixing the martial arts and comedy genres in such a wonderful and pure way. The movie follows the adventures of a group of martial artists in 1940’s China who fight against the evil axe gang. Along the way they get into all sorts of trouble and fight against other powerful and decidedly evil martial artists. The action is fast paced and inventive and never loses its sense of danger. The battles are very, very, very special effects intensive, but instead of trying to trick the audience into thinking that the action is amazing but still real, they use the special effects to their fullest creating combat that could never exist in the real world. If you are looking for a movie in which there are no wires or digital effects, a la Bruce Lee or Jackie Chan (the earlier non-American movies), then this is not the movie for you; however, if you are a fan of any sort of wire-fu film, then you could not find a better movie. Musicians who create ghostly swords and warriors that battle for them with their songs, fight against an aging landlady who attacks with screams. Hundreds of gang members get taken down by a baker, a tailor, and a coolie. The most dangerous killer in the world wears a wife beater and shower slippers. The action is just so full of fun that you can’t help but either look on in amazement or giggle at the sheer ridiculousness.
Speaking of giggling, the movie is also filled to the brim with humor of the slapstick variety. If you find it amusing to see people get slapped repeatedly, get knives stuck in to them, and bitten by snakes (seriously, I swear that it is funny) then this is the movie for you. All of Stephen Chow’s movies are full of humor, and with each passing one, he seems to get better and better. Shaolin Soccer was funnier than God of Cookery, and Kung Fu Hustle trumps Shaolin Soccer. It is only the first half of the movie that is truly hilarious, however. The humor is not of a particularly high or intellectual level, but not all movies need to operate at such a high levels. Specifically, if you are a fan of Chuck Jones and all of the Looney Toons, then there has never been a better live-action movie for you. At times, the characters run with blazing legs in the classic, circular manner of Road Runner, potted plants fall on people, people splat against walls, it is all very stylized and full of fancy. This isn’t to say that the movie is not without its serious moments. People fight for what is good, others ignore their morals, some fall in love, others die for their cause, and despite all of the humor, the drama still has meaning.
The movie lacks the focus of previous Stepehn Chow films, seeming to be more of a showcase for the action and humor while ignoring the plot. The bad guys seem to be unilaterally bad, with absolutely no motivation or background to them, and the good guys are good just because “they can’t avoid their destiny.” Luckily, the movie is just so much fun that the lack of plot doesn’t really get in the way of the fun. The movie never intends or pretends to be deep, so it seems silly to fault the movie for succeeding at its intended purpose.
If you are looking for either an action film or a comedy then you will be pleased by Kung Fu Hustle. If you are looking for a deep and serious movie, then your time can be better spent elsewhere. That being said, everyone should see Kung Fu Hustle, because innovative and inventive films such as this should be rewarded. This movie is something that would never get made in Hollywood, and if it did it would be far worse for the wear.
 
[quote name='Tromack']Here is the review I wrote

Kung Fu Hustle
Starring: Stephen Chow
Directed by: Stephen Chow
A-

Kung Fu Hustle is the latest film by Hong Kong great, Stephen Chow. There is no one in the world that is as good as Chow at mixing the martial arts and comedy genres in such a wonderful and pure way. The movie follows the adventures of a group of martial artists in 1940’s China who fight against the evil axe gang. Along the way they get into all sorts of trouble and fight against other powerful and decidedly evil martial artists. The action is fast paced and inventive and never loses its sense of danger. The battles are very, very, very special effects intensive, but instead of trying to trick the audience into thinking that the action is amazing but still real, they use the special effects to their fullest creating combat that could never exist in the real world. If you are looking for a movie in which there are no wires or digital effects, a la Bruce Lee or Jackie Chan (the earlier non-American movies), then this is not the movie for you; however, if you are a fan of any sort of wire-fu film, then you could not find a better movie. Musicians who create ghostly swords and warriors that battle for them with their songs, fight against an aging landlady who attacks with screams. Hundreds of gang members get taken down by a baker, a tailor, and a coolie. The most dangerous killer in the world wears a wife beater and shower slippers. The action is just so full of fun that you can’t help but either look on in amazement or giggle at the sheer ridiculousness.
Speaking of giggling, the movie is also filled to the brim with humor of the slapstick variety. If you find it amusing to see people get slapped repeatedly, get knives stuck in to them, and bitten by snakes (seriously, I swear that it is funny) then this is the movie for you. All of Stephen Chow’s movies are full of humor, and with each passing one, he seems to get better and better. Shaolin Soccer was funnier than God of Cookery, and Kung Fu Hustle trumps Shaolin Soccer. It is only the first half of the movie that is truly hilarious, however. The humor is not of a particularly high or intellectual level, but not all movies need to operate at such a high levels. Specifically, if you are a fan of Chuck Jones and all of the Looney Toons, then there has never been a better live-action movie for you. At times, the characters run with blazing legs in the classic, circular manner of Road Runner, potted plants fall on people, people splat against walls, it is all very stylized and full of fancy. This isn’t to say that the movie is not without its serious moments. People fight for what is good, others ignore their morals, some fall in love, others die for their cause, and despite all of the humor, the drama still has meaning.
The movie lacks the focus of previous Stepehn Chow films, seeming to be more of a showcase for the action and humor while ignoring the plot. The bad guys seem to be unilaterally bad, with absolutely no motivation or background to them, and the good guys are good just because “they can’t avoid their destiny.” Luckily, the movie is just so much fun that the lack of plot doesn’t really get in the way of the fun. The movie never intends or pretends to be deep, so it seems silly to fault the movie for succeeding at its intended purpose.
If you are looking for either an action film or a comedy then you will be pleased by Kung Fu Hustle. If you are looking for a deep and serious movie, then your time can be better spent elsewhere. That being said, everyone should see Kung Fu Hustle, because innovative and inventive films such as this should be rewarded. This movie is something that would never get made in Hollywood, and if it did it would be far worse for the wear.[/QUOTE]


There are a lot of spoilers in your review. Well, I guess it suppose to have some since it's suppose to be a review. But there's too much in my opinion. I liked the pleasent surprises (the tailor, baker, and the landlady) because I didn't know about them ahead of time, but your mentioning of them here might take out some of fun out of the movie.

On a side note, I don't think Shaolin Soccer was that good. Actually, I think it sucked compared to God of Cookery (which my brother and I believe to be one of his best movies).
 
[quote name='Over easy']On a side note, I don't think Shaolin Soccer was that good. Actually, I think it sucked compared to God of Cookery (which my brother and I believe to be one of his best movies).[/QUOTE]

Phew, I was hoping I wouldn't read through this entire thread without someone mentioning god of cookery. I love assorted noodle with egg. :D
 
well i saw this last night and i loved it. the action was good, lots of cgi, but it was just a really funny funny movie. everyone in the theatre was laughing the whole time. very good stuff, go and see it! im really happy that it was subbed to, that made it that much more enjoyable
 
[quote name='cag1000']what's god of cookery about? Any good?[/QUOTE]

Just like it sounds: cooking. But it's a different kind of funny that non-Stephen Chow fans would recognize. It's not as over the top but it's still funny in its own rite.
 
[quote name='jaykrue']Just like it sounds: cooking. But it's a different kind of funny that non-Stephen Chow fans would recognize. It's not as over the top but it's still funny in its own rite.[/QUOTE]

is it action though?
kung fu?
 
[quote name='cag1000']is it action though?
kung fu?[/QUOTE]

Yeah, there's some action but it's more jokes about a lot of hong kong movie stereotypes. It's weird to describe... like Iron Chef with kung fu... and movie parodies.
 
Hilarious. I absolutely loved it and am going back for more.
It's a slap-stick comedy cartoon with real people and tons of funny references/parody.
That doesn't make a lot of sense, but that's all I have. Just go. Back away from the computer and go.
 
I just caught it today. Why the heck was it rated R? There've been PG-13 movies released much worse than KFH.
 
[quote name='jmcc']I just caught it today. Why the heck was it rated R? There've been PG-13 movies released much worse than KFH.[/QUOTE]

I know. It pisses me off, because I have to card people. They get all smart and complain that they didn't bring it, but I'd get arrested and fined fro selling them a ticket so they can just kiss my @$$.
 
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