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Renowned for his exceptional martial arts skills and iconic roles, Jackie Chan has cemented his legacy as a global legend in cinema. While the actor has basked in the glamour and luxury of fame, amassing millions of devoted fans worldwide, he has not been immune to the darker aspects of stardom.

Jackie Chan in a still from Rush Hour | Credit: New Line Cinema

One of the most heartbreaking consequences of his global fame occurred when several of his female fans tragically took their own lives after the action star opened up about his romantic relationship.

Jackie Chan’s heartbreaking experience with devoted fans

Rising to fame for his impressive martial arts skills, Jackie Chan became one of Asia’s most popular stars before transitioning to Hollywood and establishing himself as a global icon.

However, the admiration for the actor among his fans reached extreme levels, leading to tragic outcomes. In an interview with Blackfilm,...

Jackie Chan has entertained and stunned us all for years with his amazing martial arts-fused movies that have been a global force in the entertainment industry. He went from being a renowned artist in Hong Kong to becoming a superstar in Hollywood.

Jackie Chan in Rush Hour | New Line Cinema

Most of his films have been all about action, comedy, and charisma, which is loved by everyone. His classics like Police Story, Drunken Master, and Rumble in the Bronx have established his status in the industry. Despite all this international success, Chan has been quite candid about struggling with cultural differences.

Jackie Chan had doubts about Rush Hour Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker in Rush Hour | New Line Cinema

Jackie Chan played the role of Chief Inspector Lee in Rush Hour and was paired with Chris Tucker in the American comedy that had a rapid-fire style of humor. It was...

With most martial arts movies, it's hard to avoid a predictable ending, but Five Shaolin Masters pulls that off perfectly. Most films in the genre, whether it's an old school kung fu movie or something a bit more modern, follow the same basic formula, even if they're stories differ widely. Typically, they culminate in the hero triumphing over the villain in a hotly contested showdown in the closing minutes of the film.

Many of the greatest martial arts movies end in this manner, including Enter the Dragon, Way of the Dragon, Drunken Master, and The Karate Kid. These fights can be intense, well-choreographed, and entertaining even after multiple viewings. But, that's not to say that they keep the viewer on the edge of their seat, wondering who's going to win. In most scenarios, there's no secret who will emerge the victor, even if the hero takes a beating early on.

Remember the first time you watched The Matrix? The mind-bending reality, the intense action sequences, and most notably, that hypnotic cascade of green characters running vertically across a pitch-black screen. To most fans, this iconic imagery is ingrained in the mind like an old friend.

The Matrix code—arguably one of the most iconic visual elements in cinematic history—has left audiences mesmerized, and it’s something that has remained imprinted in the collective pop culture consciousness since the film’s release in 1999. The constant green rain of characters wasn’t just a visual effect; it became symbolic of the deep, often unfathomable reality in the world the film created.

Keanu Reeves as Neo | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

And yet, when you dig a little deeper into the origins of that hypnotic code, it’s hard to believe what you’re about to hear. That very same code—the one...

Starring in a martial arts movie is tough enough, but working behind the scenes as well makes the challenge even more daunting and demanding, and Hong Kong filmmaker Stephen Chow knows exactly how that feels.

Stephen Chow in Kung Fu Hustle / Credits: Columbia Pictures

There’s something impressive about movie projects where the director is also the lead star, and Chow proved this is possible when he helmed 2004’s Kung Fu Hustle, a film he also co-wrote and produced. The filmmaker admitted it wasn’t an easy job, and there were times he felt lost and needed someone to remind him of his mistakes.

Stephen Chow on the struggles of making Kung Fu Hustle

Kung Fu Hustle is both a commercial and critical success, establishing Stephen Chow as a force in the field of acting as well as directing. After the success of Shaolin Soccer in 2001, he was offered a...

Will Smith famously turned down the chance to don the iconic trench coat and sunglasses of Neo in The Matrix. The sci-fi film went on to become a cinematic gem with never-seen-before actions, groundbreaking visuals, and mind-bending storytelling. When Smith turned down the role, it went to Keanu Reeves who gave an unforgettable portrayal.

Will Smith as a fictionalized version of himself in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air | Credits: NBC

In a cryptic Instagram post, Smith recently teased a what-if scenario where he would’ve agreed to the role. Fans couldn’t help but imagine Smith playing Neo in the film instead of Reeves. They were sure that if things went differently, The Matrix would’ve taken a different creative direction.

Why did Will Smith turn down the role of Neo in The Matrix? Keanu Reeves as Neo in The Matrix | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

Keanu Reeves + Kung Fu is...

Dragon Ball may not have gotten a worthy live-action adaptation yet, but one epic Jackie Chan fantasy movie comes close to qualifying as a spiritual adaptation of the renowned anime. Created by Akira Toriyama in 1984, Dragon Ball went on to become one of the biggest and most internationally acclaimed shounen anime franchises in the 90s and the aughts. Over the years, the franchise has only grown from strength to strength, paving the way for newer additions, including video games, manga spinoffs, and films.

In 2009, Dragon Ball was also loosely adapted as a live-action movie, Dragonball Evolution, which turned out to be a commercial and critical disaster. Owing to its inability to get anything right about the original anime and manga, the movie was panned by viewers and critics worldwide, forcing many to grow skeptical towards anime-to-cinema adaptations in general. However, before Dragonball Evolution presented one of the worst live-action takes on anime,...

One of the biggest names in the industry, Jackie Chan, has returned with a Karate Kid sequel called Karate Kid: Legends. The movie is set to hit theaters on May 30, 2025, and it will possibly be one of the biggest releases of the following year. Sony Pictures Entertainment recently released the trailer of the upcoming movie, and it has a reference that no one expected.

Karate Kid: Legends first-look poster | Credits: Sony Pictures

The trailer has a small moment that might have been a tribute to the legend Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball. As fans know, in March this year, Toriyama passed because of acute subdural hematoma, a condition in which blood collects between the skull and brain. It was a sad moment for the entire world considering Toriyama’s influence.

Chan already penned a heartfelt message at the time of Toriyama’s death, but it was not enough considering the relationship they had.

Jackie Chan, a global superstar of martial arts cinema, is famous not only for his fighting ability but also for his unique blend of physical comedy. Beginning his career in some of the best kung fu films, Chan soon realized that blending slapstick and funny dialogue with traditional martial arts would make him stand out from other action heroes. Chan’s signature style changed the game, making him an international superstar by elevating an entirely new genre of action-comedy. Jackie Chan's intense action stunts, mixed with his lightheartedness, made martial arts films more appealing to a wider audience.

His best characters, such as the straight-laced detective Lee in Rush Hour (1998) and the drunken kung fu master Wong Fei-hung in Drunken Master (1978), also showcase Chan’s ability to adapt to any role and perform basically any skill. Evading punches with a wide grin or taking a lashing headfirst while performing a split.

“True Legend” signals the return to the director’s chair for Yuen after he last directed “Tai Chi Boxer” back in 1996. Meanwhile, he had been busy choreographing the fight sequences for films like “The Matrix” series, “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”, “Kill Bill: Volume 1 and 2”, “Fearless” and “The Forbidden Kingdom”. Including an all-star cast set in the late Qing dynasty, “True Legend” tells the story of a retired general Su Can who later mastered the Drunken Fist style and became the folk hero Beggar Su.

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Qing general Su Can (Vincent Zhao) rescues a kidnapped prince held in a mountain fortress and the grateful Emperor wants to promote him to a governor. But Su only wants to set up his Wushu school and live a peaceful family life away from politics. Therefore, his adopted brother Yuan (Andy On) got the position instead.

Karate Kid: Legends has a significant advantage over any of the other installments in the Karate Kid franchise, but it will still have to fight hard to prove itself. The upcoming movie, which is expected to hit theaters in May 2025, is a highly anticipated sequel to both 1984's The Karate Kid and its 2010 remake. Though the semantics of how these two stories will come together is still unclear, the union of Ralph Macchio's Daniel Larusso and Jackie Chan's Mr. Han is undoubtedly promising. Still, these two actors and their respective characters aren't all Karate Kid: Legends has going for it over its predecessors.

The Karate Kid franchise got its first movie in 1984, featuring Macchio's Daniel Larusso in the titular role. Then came The Karate Kid Part 2 in 1986 and The Karate Kid Part 3 in 1989, both of which featured Macchio and Pat Morita as the leads. In 1994, Morita...

Out of all the new subclasses coming in next year's Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8 release, the most hilarious and possibly overpowered is the Way of the Drunken Master Monk subclass. The developers are "putting the brew in homebrew" with this new addition to the popular Monk subclass options, and it will allow players to put all that booze they have lying around to good use. While the information is somewhat limited on these subclass features, there's enough to give players a sense of what items, feats, and strategies they might use when they try out a proper Drunk Monk build in 2025.

Because Larian has promised this to be the last major update, hopes are pretty high. The Drunken Master is ripe for humorous combat animations and dialogue that could be on par with some infamous Vicious Mockery lines. It will also be interesting to see how the D&d 5e Drunken...

The classic dynamic of the student and the master has long been a cornerstone of kung fu cinema, often culminating in the student overtaking and defeating the person who gifted them with their martial arts skills. This can be seen through literal battles where the student surpasses their teacher's ability and beats them for the first time. However, in other kung fu movies, the defeat can be more symbolic as they utilize the skills they have been given to go further than their teacher was ever capable of, and in the process, the student becomes the master.

Many of the greatest kung fu movies have featured a student-versus-master dynamic, whether that was a bright-eyed kid on a quest for glory or a more withered hero who was thrust into greatness. Many of the greatest martial arts movie stars have played essential roles in these types of stories, as the growth...

Most audiences know Yuen Woo-ping as the influential martial arts choreographer behind films like The Matrix and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, but Yuen has also directed some incredible films as well. Yuen began his directing career with a strong start thanks to the Jackie Chan films Snake in the Eagle's Shadow and Drunken Master. The combination of comedy and action seen in the films would continue to pop up throughout Yuen's career as he continued to collaborate with celebrated martial arts actors like Sammo Hung, Donnie Yen, and Michelle Yeoh.

Yuen is an undeniable talent, putting together some of the most famous action scenes in both Hong Kong and Hollywood films. Yet, Yuen is also referred to as one of the best martial arts directors of all time. His background as a choreographer has lent itself well to Yuen's job as a director. Yuen has been able to create numerous...

Martial arts movies have been a staple genre of Western culture since the 1970s. Pioneers like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan set the standard for epic, fast-paced fight scenes and brought them to the silver screen. Films like Robert Clouse's Enter The Dragon and Yuen Woo-Ping's Drunken Master helped create the world of martial arts cinema that is famous today.

The genre hasn't slowed down since its creation, with many upcoming projects like the long-awaited Karate Kid reboot set to hit screens in 2025. However, certain martial arts movies take themselves more seriously than others. While some plots are centered around character development and realistic fighting applications, other films go the extra mile and focus on downright absurd scenarios. These campy martial arts movies set aside realism and include fighting that is truly ridiculous, but altogether extremely fun to watch.

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Martial arts movie protagonists are usually well-equipped when it comes to combat, but it can be quite entertaining to watch them learn to fight for the first time over the course of a story. For the most part, the characters of martial arts movie legends like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan start their stories already well-versed in kung fu or other fighting styles. But some films take the opposite approach, taking the time to describe how their heroes learned to defend themselves before facing off against some impressive foe.

The training montage is a classic trope commonly relied upon for the genre, which sometimes makes entire stories out of the concept. It can be quite compelling to watch a given protagonist go from completely useless in a fight to an adept martial artist, inspiring legions of viewers to do the same. Some of the best martial arts movies ever made...

In a career that has spanned seven decades, Hong Kong action movie legend Sammo Hung has seen a lot, and moreover, his body has been through a lot. So it wasn’t a surprise to see the 72-year-old use a cane as he took the stage for a masterclass session at the Tokyo International Film Festival. But as he captivated an appreciative audience, the confidence and humor that have seen Hung through his illustrious career in martial arts movies shone bright.

Born into a showbiz family, Hung’s career began as a child actor while at the China Drama Academy, a Peking Opera school in Hong Kong. He made his film debut in the early 1960s, aged nine. A slightly grainy, black and white clip of the film showed a fresh-faced boy Hung, to coos from his assembled admirers. “Training at the school was very severe. We learned all the fundamental movements.

Jackie Chan has made a name for himself as a global superstar who can seamlessly blend action and comedy and whose films have left viewers clamoring for more as hes starred in many sequels. With a unique style combining intense stuntwork with slapstick humor, Chan is one of the few performers equally recognizable in the East as in the West. A true cinematic icon, many of his sequels stand up against Chans very best work and include some of his finest performances.

Through a tireless career that has included nearly 150 films, Chan has earned his spot among the best martial stars of all time. As perhaps the greatest Kung Fu performer theres ever been, Chan has followed up hit movies like Drunken Master and Police Story with equally impressive sequels. While not all of Chans movie sequels were created equally, his very best follow-up films stand as essential releases in...

Stuntmen detail how Ong Bak 2: The Beginning pays homage to Drunken Master II. A direct sequel to 1978's Drunken Master, the 1994 Kung fu comedy film follows Jackie Chan as a mischievous, yet righteous man who is a master of drunken martial arts. Ong Bak 2, on the other hand, is the 2008 prequel to 2003's Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior, starring Tony Jaa as a man who masters martial arts, transforms into a deadly warrior, and embarks on a mission to avenge his parents' death in 15th century Thailand.

On the latest episode of Corridor Crew's "Stuntmen React" series, Niko Pueringer was joined by stunt performers Gui DaSilva-Greene and Anis Cheurfa to break down action scenes in movies, including how Ong Bak 2: The Beginning pays homage to Drunken Master II. The stuntmen and host compared Jackie Chan and Tony Jaa's forms of drunken fighting in two scenes and detailed...

Jackie Chan is celebrated as one of the greatest kung fu film actors of all time. His classic kung fu movies have their own unique blend of physical comedy, complicated fight choreography, and elaborate stunts. They were not only full of action but were connected to the traditional martial arts to the skill, discipline, and incredible kung fu techniques. Though he went on to become an action star around the world, in his earlier kung fu movies, Chan captured the best of both worlds: the raw power of bare-knuckle fighting and the elegance of the old school martial arts.

What sets him apart from other martial arts actors is his gift for blending comedy with heart-pounding action. Whether portraying a mischievous, incorrigible student in Drunken Master or a sympathetic, bullied orphan in Snake in the Eagle's Shadow, Jackie fully embodies the characters he is portraying and his films all have...

Jackie Chan is one of our time’s most prolific actors and one of the most beloved personalities in the whole wide world. A literal Goat for the way he has lit up our TV screens for the better part of the last few decades, the Chinese star is now 70 years old.

Jackie Chan as Sergeant Kevin in 1985’s Police Story | Credits: Golden Way Films Ltd

A photo of the iconic action star recently went viral on social media. A photo, that has made fans both nostalgic and emotional, many couldn’t help but point out how he looks exactly the same but with white hair.

70-Year-Old Jackie Chan’s Photo Goes Viral Jackie Chan in The Foreigner | Credits: STX Entertainment

One of the world’s most beloved and admired figures, Jackie Chan has now hit the age of 70. With a career spanning over six decades, his contributions to the...

In 1985, Jackie Chan grabbed an umbrella and ran towards a moving bus. Here’s how Police Story changed action cinema forever.

There had never been an action scene quite like the one that appeared in the first few minutes of 1985’s Police Story. Jackie Chan’s plucky cop, in dogged pursuit of crime boss Chu Tao (Chor Yuen) engages in a wildly destructive car chase through a hillside shanty town, demolishing rickety buildings and detonating gas bottles in his wake. When Tao and his goons then make their escape on a stolen bus, Chan’s Sergeant Kevin hooks onto the back with the help of an umbrella, his body flung to and fro as the vehicle lumbers through traffic.

The scene is brilliant not just because Chan’s risking his neck by doing his own stunts. It’s not just brilliant on a technical level (the planning that went into...

Akira Toriyama is a legend who continues to inspire millions of fans worldwide. This holds especially true with his magnum opus Dragon Ball. Moreover, the series underscores courage, friendships, and rivalry. Conversely, it highlights the importance of training, hard work, and persistence. However, there’s more to it than meets the eye.

Kakarot’s training scene from the Dragon Ball Z series | Credit: Toei Animation

Toriyama san’s series serves as a reminder for all the fans to prioritize health. Barring the legendary fights, the anime gave important fitness lessons. Moreover, Goku reflects a more practical yet well-balanced approach to fitness. Besides that, the mangaka pioneered the trope of gluttony. This is reflected in several modern Shonen series.

Goku acts as a fitness role model for several fans.

Goku is one of the strongest and unparalleled characters in the Dragon Ball series. A running gag in the series often underscores his obsession with strength.

Jackie Chan, the legendary martial artist and actor, has made a significant impact on both Asian and Hollywood cinema, and the prolific actor has a net worth to match. With a career spanning over six decades, Chan is celebrated for his groundbreaking martial arts choreography, daring stunts, and magnetic screen presence. Chan's popularity soared with movie hits like Drunken Master, Rush Hour, and Police Story. Beyond his film career, Chan's influence includes philanthropy and entrepreneurial efforts, solidifying his status as a major entertainment figure.

Born Chan Kong-sang in Hong Kong to Charles and Lee-Lee Chan, political refugees from the Chinese Civil War, Jackie Chan began training in martial arts and acrobatics at a young age (via Celebrity Net Worth). Chan has been married to Taiwanese actress Joan Lin since 1982, and they share a son, Jaycee Chan (born 1982), who is also an actor and singer. Chan also has a daughter, Etta...

Drunken Master had a great sequel long before Jackie Chan's return to the lead role of Wong Fei-hung in 1994. Released in 1978, the Golden Harvest martial arts classic has received a lot of credit for Jackie Chan's rise to stardom. After starring in both Drunken Master and Snake in the Eagle's Shadow in 1978, the actor quickly turned into Hong Kong's most prominent kung fu movie star at the time. Some of Jackie Chan's movies were successful enough to justify becoming franchises, with Drunken Master being among them.

In 1994, Chan famously returned to the character that helped make him a martial arts icon. Alongside former Shaw Brothers star Ti Lung and fellow martial arts legend Lau Kar-leung, Jackie Chan reprised his role as Wong Fei-hung in Drunken Master II, which went on to become a martial arts gem in its own right. But while it took 20 years for Chan to finally play Wong Fei-hung again,...

Asian cinema has gifted the world with a plethora of iconic fighting movies that blend intense action with rich storytelling and cultural depth. Together, these films represent the diverse and dynamic world of Asian fighting movies, captivating audiences with their artistry and action. A few favorites include:

Enter the Dragon (1973) – Bruce Lee

A classic with Bruce Lee’s,”Enter the Dragon” sets the stage for martial arts films with groundbreaking choreography and charismatic performances.

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000) – Directed by Ang Lee

This movie was extremely popular across the globe and introduced audiences to the poetic beauty and elegance of wuxia cinema.

Ip Man (2008)

This movie is a biographical martial arts film that tells the story of the legendary Wing Chun master Ip Man, who later became the mentor of Bruce Lee, and his resistance against Japanese occupation in China during the 1930s.

The Raid: Redemption (2011)

“The Raid: Redemption” showcases...

Jet Li’s 1994 film Fist Of Legend caught the attention of the Wachowskis as they were looking for someone prolific in Hong Kong action styles for The Matrix. They contacted Yuen Woo-ping, who had earlier worked with the legend Jackie Chan in Drunken Master. Yuen was initially hesitant but eventually brought his expertise into the film.

Keanu Reeves and Hugo Weaving in The Matrix | Warner Bros.

After The Matrix, Yuen returned to work on the classic Chinese film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. However, he was soon called back to Hollywood and it was Quentin Tarantino who needed his slick action choreography in his films, Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2.

Martial Arts Legend Yuen Woo-ping Was Convinced To Do Stunt Choreography In The Matrix Yuen Woo-ping | Debbie Cerda, licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Lana and Lilly Wachowski had a vision that most people couldn’t understand, when they were making...

Gordon Liu's iconic roles in kung fu epics showcase his traditional kung fu styles and choreography. The variety of fight scenes in Legendary Weapons of China makes it a standout film for Liu. Kill Bill Vol. 2 ties back to Liu's previous projects, showcasing his kung fu skills on a larger scale.

Gordon Liu has one of the most impressive filmographies of any kung fu movie star, with multiple iconic titles to his name. A Chinese actor and martial artist, Gordon Liu studied real kung fu from a young age, eventually getting his big break in the film industry thanks to a production company owned by the famous Shaw brothers. While Liu doesn't quite have the same level of acclaim as breakout stars like Jackie Chan or Jet Li, his career spans some standout kung fu epics.

Gordon Liu's movies tend to be period pieces for the most part,...

Working with a luminary like Steven Spielberg is a golden opportunity, one coveted by many but earned only by a handful, and Jackie Chan had been longing to be among the latter.

Steven Spielberg | Photo by Elena Ternovaja, licensed under Cc By-sa 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

While Chan was keen on experiencing the epic world of dinosaurs, Spielberg couldn’t quite envisage the now 70-year-old slapstick acrobat against such a backdrop of sci-fi slash reptilian adventures. But the film that the two would ultimately end up working together on, would somehow turn out to be worse.

Jackie Chan Was Desperate to Work With Steven Spielberg

With a career spanning five prolific decades, a dazzling, unforgettable filmography, and a deluge of accolades attesting the same, it’s no surprise that even industry goliaths are dying to join forces with Steven Spielberg. Just look at Jackie Chan.

“When I came to Hollywood,” the...

Yu Yu Hakusho is a staple of shonen anime and a series that has defined the ever-popular tournament arc. It’s also steeped in mythology and religion, most notably Shintoism, Buddhism and Taoism. I’ve already covered the mythological, historical and religious influences through the Saint Beasts arc in Part 1 . Here, I’ll be going through the Dark Tournament arc, which certainly has its fair share of fascinating origins to uncover. Get ready for martial arts, historical figures, folk heroes and a tiny peep at Norse mythology! Drunken Fist Martial Arts Yusuke’s very first fight in the Dark Tournament is against Chu. Team Rokuyukai’s leader fights using a unique style: drinking alcohol until drunk, then using that state to his advantage in a fight. This is based on a real-life fighting style called Zui Quan . Zui Quan — also known as Drunken Boxing or Drunken Fist — may be best...

Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto as an action manga holds the duty of representing thrilling sequences in separate frames and images. The art of manga involves telling a story through illustrations and little text to support and balance it. It is the epitome of show, not tell but through written and drawn formatting. When it comes to showcasing action through these images, the impact becomes more important than anything else.

Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura | Credit: Studio Pierrot

Naruto as a ninja Shonen manga had a lot to hold when representing action sequences. A lot of the story was to be carried by these scenes and so they had to be different and impactful. To incorporate that emphasis, visual queues can often be taken. Kishimoto found these queues, coincidentally, in Jackie Chan films.

Masashi Kishimoto Used Jackie Chan’s Method of Emphasis

Naruto has some interestingly iconic fights that all hold some...

Hit-Monkey continues to walk the vigilante path less traveled. While other heroes trade banter in slick suits, this show honors the violent grit pioneered by films like Oldboy and martial arts classics like Drunken Master. Dark humor cuts through the carnage, recalling Tarantino at his pitch-black best.

Season 2 delves deeper into what fuels a life of violence. Monkey confronts his own “family business” legacy through a crisis of conscience glimpsed in similarly nihilistic animation like Primal. Bryce’s redemption arc nods to fallen antiheroes from The Dark Knight to Breaking Bad. New characters like Eunice bring levity, further separating this show from the gleaming MCU while expanding representation in the genre.

Through intricately animated mayhem and nuanced character journeys, Hit-Monkey remains that rare comic adaptation unafraid to color outside the lines. While some question its direction, true aficionados see how honorably it carries the torch of transgression lit by mangas...

The Western audiences became familiar with Jackie Chan’s crazy edge-of-the-seat action sequences and physical comedy from 1995’s Rumble in the Bronx. The film, as the name suggests, was completely shot in the Bronx, New York State. Viewers were surprised by this Hong Kong actor who did everything for his movie, including extremely dangerous stunts.

Jackie Chan in a still from Rumble in the Bronx | New Line Cinema

Interestingly, Chan did much more than acting and stunt work. He also used to write, direct, produce, and most importantly, edit his films. A video showing him at his editing table for Rumble in the Bronx was recently shared on social media.

Jackie Chan Spent Hours At The Editing Table For Rumble in the Bronx Jackie Chan in a still from Rumble in the Bronx | New Line Cinema

Jackie Chan‘s Rumble in the Bronx defined his genre of films for American viewers.

Let’s face it, streaming services have lost a lot of their appeal. Between their ever shifting libraries, their kneecapping of theaters, and their tendency to overwhelm viewers with substandard garbage, it’s hard to be excited about our streaming present. Heck, most services now play the same couple of ads over and over, even for paying customers!

With every annoying insurance ad and every movie suddenly shoved from a service you bought to a different service you don’t have, Tubi looks better and better. Tubi is one of many free streaming services available online. Like most other services, free or otherwise, Tubi interrupts the programming with occasional ads.

But Tubi also has an outstanding library, one that rivals Max, with its oft-threatened TCM and Ghibli channels. Still, Tubi can be overwhelming to some users, who can’t always see the gems alongside stinkers such as Big Stan (starring Rob Schneider!

48 Hrs. Lethal Weapon. Hot Fuzz. The best buddy cop comedies adhere to a simple formula. One guy is straight-laced, by the book, and really good at his job. The other is a loose cannon, a wild card who pushes the boundaries and gets most of the attention.

Rush Hour is no exception, pairing serious Hong Kong inspector Lee with a motormouth LAPD detective named Carter. Chris Tucker fits the bill for the latter role, coming off of big performances in Friday and The Fifth Element. But for the serious partner, they cast Jackie Chan, perhaps the greatest physical comedian since Buster Keaton. And they completely wasted him.

Misunderstanding Jackie Chan

“Do you understand the words coming out of my mouth?!” That line, delivered at the loudest possible volume by the loudest possible actor, became the defining moment of Rush Hour. That simultaneously condescending yet clownish crack from Tucker’s Carter...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has several impeccable actors, which the studio has collected over the years like infinity gems. While fans have appreciated the casting choices, many of their favorites have failed to get a ticket in the MCU. One of these actors is none other than the legendary actor Jackie Chan. Although the actor has been one of the top fan choices, he has never shown interest in such films. But that might have all changed seeing his recent meetup with Shang-Chi star, Simu Liu.

Jackie Chan [Credit: Firdaus Latif | Wikimedia Commons]This unexpected meet-up led to several Marvel fans exclaiming that they might even be meeting up for Shang-Chi 2, triggering rumors that Chan might finally join the MCU.

Jackie Chan to Join Marvel After Surprise Meeting with Simu Liu?

Simu Liu in Shang-Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings | Marvel Studios

Ever since Simu Liu broke into the...

Jackie Chan taking the mic and performing a rendition of Elvis Presley’s hit song Can’t Help Falling in Love was something the studio audiences of Howie Mandel never imagined. Most interestingly, he didn’t fumble words while singing as he did with his lines in the English language films. Even years after this soulful rendition, fans keep discovering Chan’s secret talent.

Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith in 2010’s The Karate Kid | Columbia Pictures

Last year, Chan did the film Hidden Strike alongside none other than John Cena. Fans will soon get to see Chan and Chris Tucker team up in the fourth installment of Rush Hour. There’s always more to expect from this 70-year-old action star.

Jackie Chan’s Beautiful Singing Is The Only Thing Fans Need to Hear To Make Their Day

Jackie Chan in The Drunken Master | Seasonal Film Corporation

During an old appearance on The Howie Mandel Show,...

Jackie Chan is hailed as one of the biggest action stars in cinema. The Drunken Master fame has gained prominence for his action feats in both the Hollywood and Hong Kong film industries. But an anecdote proves that Chan is also as cool as any mainstream fictional superhero.

Actor Jason Isaacs claimed in a talk show that Jackie Chan caught a fly bare-handed, not once but twice.

Jackie Chan in Drunken Master | Seasonal Film Corporation

Jason Isaacs starred alongside Jackie Chan in 2002’s The Tuxedo. During an appearance on Friday Night with Jonathan Ross, Isaacs stated that Chan was more of a superstar off-screen. He claimed to have had a memorable moment with the Rush Hour star when they were sitting in a bar, and the latter caught a fly in style.

Jackie Chan proved to Jason Isaacs that he is cooler than Batman Jackie Chan and Jason Isaacs in...

Jackie Chan & Jet Li have both portrayed Wong Fei-hung multiple times in their kung fu careers. Wong Fei-hung, a real-life kung fu master, was known for his martial arts prowess and medical skills. Wong Fei-hung's popularity as a character in kung fu films allows for creative interpretations in storytelling by filmmakers.

Jackie Chan and Jet Li have had multiple turns at playing Wong Fei-hung in their kung fu movies. For the most part, the paths of the two kung fu legends have only converged once on the big screen, which was the time Jackie Chan and Jet Li starred together in The Forbidden Kingdom. However, their history with real-life kung fu master Wong Fei-hung marks gives them another connection.

Along with Bruce Lee, the two are widely regarded as the biggest stars in the history of kung fu movies. Chan and Li have all led separate, thriving careers as leading actors,...

Donnie Yen's Drunken Tai Chi remains his sole classic kung fu film in a career dominated by martial arts movies. Yen's range shines through in his varied martial arts projects, from wuxia to comedy to period pieces and more. Despite Drunken Tai Chi's success, Yen believes it was a one-time experience due to the evolving nature of the genre.

Donnie Yen's first and only contribution to the old-school kung fu movie genre is Drunken Tai Chi, a movie the actor starred in 40 years ago. In his long career in the industry, Donnie Yen has headlined a long list of movies, most of which being martial arts films. His work has yielded a number of films that are often hailed as some of the best kung fu films in recent decades, including the four Ip Man movies, Iron Monkey, and Once Upon a Time in China.

While all of...

The general consensus is a pirate movie will contain lots of epic sea battles and hidden treasures. Well “The Valiant Ones” may contain treasure of the stolen kind but there is barely a sighting of a ship throughout, despite the coastal setting. Yet this is a King Hu feature so put that initial concern to one side and prepare to rediscover one of his less prominent works as Eureka entertainment release it in a new 4K scan.

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Pirates are attacking the coast of China and the Emperor (Chao Lei) tasks General Zhu Wan (Tu Kuang-chi) to assemble a small group to defeat them. Under the command of General Yu Dayou (Roy Chiao), they include the husband and wife sword fighters Wu Ji-yuan (Wing Bai) and Wu Ruo-shi (Feng Hsu). As they learn more about their opponents, it becomes evident...

Jackie Chan's drunk fighting style in Drunken Master is inspired by a real martial arts form called Zui Quan or "Drunken Fist." Drunken Master was a groundbreaking film blending action and comedy, showcasing slapstick humor in martial arts fights. While the Drunken Fist style in the movie is exaggerated with actual alcohol consumption, real-life practitioners focus on mimicking drunken movements.

Jackie Chans intoxicated fighting style in Drunken Master might seem fake, but its actually based on a real martial arts style. Released in 1978, Drunken Master was one of the first movies to introduce the possibilities for slapstick humor and endless entertainment in a cinematic hybrid of the action and comedy genres. Chans Wong Fei-hung learns an unconventional fighting technique from his alcoholic master that requires the user to get drunk before practising it. Wongs frustrated father thinks itll be the best way to teach his unruly son some discipline.

Drunken boxing in kung fu films showcases unpredictable movements & intoxication before combat. Wing Chun caters to individuals with smaller statures, emphasizing close-range combat. Leopard style kung fu focuses on quick, angular attacks to outsmart opponents with speed.

Classic kung fu films exhibit a diverse array of martial arts styles, making them indispensable for genre enthusiasts. From Wing Chun to the Five Animal Styles, old school kung fu movies spare no effort in portraying various martial arts techniques. Each style brings its own unique flavor to the screen, showcasing the rich tapestry of Chinese martial arts heritage. Whether it's the close-range combat and efficiency of Wing Chun, the unpredictable and fluid movements of Drunken Boxing, or the animal-inspired techniques of Crane, Snake, and Leopard styles, classic kung fu films offer a wealth of knowledge and entertainment.

These styles, along with others like Hung Gar and Monkey Style, are featured in some...

Akira Toriyama is the one who revolutionized the manga and anime industry. The Dragon Ball franchise set up the path for the Big Three to gain worldwide popularity and become a pillar of the business. Every hardcore anime fan knows that Dragon Ball was inspired by Kung Fu. Akira Toriyama even based one of the characters on Jackie Chan.

The mangaka was a massive fan of Kung-Fu. His magnum opus is a big proof of him being a martial arts fan. Apart from Jackie Chan, there is another famous martial artist who inspired Toriyama sensei.

His paralyzing gaze was shown through Goku while he was on planet Namek. The mentioned martial artist is none other than Bruce Lee. The Kung-Fu star was always with Akira Toriyama in his thoughts and soul.

Akira Toriyama Used A Bruce Lee Reference In His Magnum Opus Bruce Lee from Enter the Dragon (Credit: Warner Bros....

Martial arts movies often rely on predictable tropes for plots, leading to similar stories across the genre. Training montages and origin stories are common themes in martial arts films, focusing more on preparation than final fights. Recurring tropes like cursed swords, rival schools, and mysterious tournaments inject drama and action into martial arts narratives.

Martial arts movies have a certain unique core of tropes that are fell on again and again for their plots, creating a horde of movies in the genre with similar stories. Even the best martial arts movies can be surprisingly light on narrative engagement, mostly relying on the action to speak for itself. But there's only so many ways characters can be compelled to face one another in hand-to-hand combat, and the same handful of excuses are reliably brought out for many films of the genre.

Even outside of narrative excuses for the characters to get to the action,...

It is very hard to believe but Jackie Chan has officially reached his 70s. The cinema legend recently celebrated his 70th Birthday on the 7th of April. On the occasion, he shared an emotional note for his friends and fans on social media where he discussed how it feels to be in the 70s. Following that, the Rush Hour fame also addressed his viral white hair photos in his long post.

Jackie Chan in The Drunken Master

Recently, the entire pop culture world became a little melancholic to spot Jackie Chan with white hair and an old look in some viral photos. Although it is not unnatural for a 70-year-old, the fans could not hold their emotions. However, Chan clarified in his post that the fans need not be concerned about his health as the look is for his latest project.

What did Jackie Chan say about his white hair photos?...

The Dragon Ball series made Akira Toriyama a global superstar, and it was mostly thanks to the incredible fight scenes. While the original Dragon Ball manga was already groundbreaking for Shonen and what fans expected from combat scenes, Dragon Ball Z took things to a whole new level.

In every part of the Dragon Ball story, you can find some truly awesome fights. It makes sense, given that the series revolves around planet-conquering villains, world-renowned martial artists, and even literal gods trained in combat by angels. With such powerful fighters, you’re bound to get some epic battle scenes.

However, not all fights are created equal. Some stand out as better than others. The true mark of an iconic Dragon Ball fight isn’t just about the sheer power levels of the fighters involved.

What Are The Top 5 Dragon Ball Battles According To Akira Toriyama?

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Chan's daring stunts defy limits and embody his commitment to authentic action cinema, inspiring future stars. From hot coal crawls to bus jumps, Chan's willingness to perform risky stunts sets him apart in martial arts. Whether sliding down poles or hanging from helicopters, Chan's unmatched physicality leaves audiences in awe.

Jackie Chan is renowned for his impressive stunt work, crafting some of the most incredible feats in the martial arts genre. From his early days as a stuntman and extra in the 1970s to his rise as an international superstar, Chan has consistently pushed the boundaries of what is possible in action cinema. Jackie Chan’s movie franchises, such as Police Story and Drunken Master, showcase his unparalleled ability to perform death-defying stunts while infusing them with his signature touch. Chan's willingness to put his body on the line has earned him a reputation in the world of martial arts.

Bruce Lee's impact in bringing Kung Fu to the West and influencing subsequent movies cannot be overstated. Snake in the Eagle's Shadow set the stage for Jackie Chan's signature comedy Kung Fu style. King Boxer and Crippled Avengers were international successes that showcased the best of Kung Fu cinema.

The 1970s was an incredible time for Kung Fu movies, as it was the heyday of the world’s biggest martial arts stars and there were so many great films to check out. From incredible historical epics to slapstick comedy movies, Kung Fu cinema during the 1970s was vast and varied as some truly unique films were being made, and the genre was being discovered by an international audience. With fast-paced fight sequences, expertly choreographed battles, and intense martial arts showdowns, Kung Fu movies were truly at their peak during this decade.

The success of Kung Fu movies during...

"New Fist of Fury" launched Jackie Chan's career as a leading man, showcasing his martial arts skills and professional relationship with director Lo Wei. "Snake in the Eagle's Shadow" established Chan's unique comedic fighting style, allowing him to relax in his performance and showcase his talent. "Shinjuku Incident" marked a departure from Chan's usual roles, showcasing his dramatic range and versatility as an actor beyond physical comedy.

Jackie Chan is a brilliantly talented actor, but only a few of his movies can be considered defining moments in his career. The Hong Kong national began performing as a child, appearing in small roles since the age of 5, and has since spent an incredible sixty-two years developing and honing his acting skills. While many will know Jackie Chan for his martial arts skills, he's proved his versatility as an actor and has a wide range of abilities as a performer.

In his long career,...