Shang-Chi, the master of weaponry-based Kung Fu, is forced to confront his past after being drawn into the Ten Rings organization.Shang-Chi, the master of weaponry-based Kung Fu, is forced to confront his past after being drawn into the Ten Rings organization.Shang-Chi, the master of weaponry-based Kung Fu, is forced to confront his past after being drawn into the Ten Rings organization.
- Nominated for 1 Oscar
- 19 wins & 67 nominations total
Tony Leung Chiu-wai
- Xu Wenwu
- (as Tony Leung)
Wah Yuen
- Master Guang Bo
- (as Yuen Wah)
Paul W. He
- Chancellor Hui
- (as Paul He)
Summary
Reviewers say 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' is lauded for its dynamic fight scenes, striking visuals, and standout performances by Simu Liu and Tony Leung. The film is appreciated for its cultural representation and mythological elements. However, some critics find the plot formulaic and the character development lacking, particularly for the protagonist. Issues with pacing and logical inconsistencies are noted. Despite these flaws, it is seen as a visually captivating and enjoyable Marvel entry.
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The best marvel movie after Endgame. The story is a bit cliché but the rest is absolutely amazing. The fight scenes are the best in the MCU in my opinion. Simu Liu as Shang-Chi is perfectly chosen and all the other characters are nice and the all the actors do a good job. Act 3 is on another level that we haven't seen before in MCU and the visual effects are spectacular, by far one of the best origin stories from Marvel!
This was just a lot of fun. The story wasn't as tight as it could have been, but I found myself enjoying the whole movie regardless. The fight choreography was bangin', and all the action was just very well directed. Everything felt purposeful and exhilarating. The beginning of the movie feels like a straight-up martial arts movie and then as it progresses we get more and more fantasy elements working their way in which felt like a nice contrast. The music definitely felt like it added a lot here. I kept being reminded of how mixing different elements in with the more traditional orchestrated sounds really worked for Black Panther's soundtrack, and I honestly think this film did it even better. I think that, all in all, this is probably the best thing Marvel has produced since Endgame.
Watched the IMAX version! Best solo since Iron Man (2008)! I had no expectations of this before. But the movie is much more lively. Enjoyed every moment. And also very engaging from start to finish. A kinda Cute-Action movie with some fun stuff!
This is the first movie that focuses more on martial arts than Marvel's superpower thing. Love to see a mix of Marvel's MASTER-LEVEL-CGI with Martial art. Kung-Fu with this kind of visual effect! Marvel nailed it again.
I've always loved Marvel's casting. Katy is too perfect for her role. Loved her chemistry with Shaun. Also laughed out loud at her childish stuffs.
Just one thing, not a big deal, the action scene of 'Dragon Riding' doesn't fit into the usual Marvel movie. But as Chinese flavor, it is OK. Except for this, the cinematography and VFX are a lot mesmerizing!
This is the first movie that focuses more on martial arts than Marvel's superpower thing. Love to see a mix of Marvel's MASTER-LEVEL-CGI with Martial art. Kung-Fu with this kind of visual effect! Marvel nailed it again.
I've always loved Marvel's casting. Katy is too perfect for her role. Loved her chemistry with Shaun. Also laughed out loud at her childish stuffs.
Just one thing, not a big deal, the action scene of 'Dragon Riding' doesn't fit into the usual Marvel movie. But as Chinese flavor, it is OK. Except for this, the cinematography and VFX are a lot mesmerizing!
7Em72
Overall this movie exceeded my expectations. I wish I had gone to see it in theatres because visually, this movie is stunning. All the fight scenes, especially the ending would have looked even cooler on the big screen.
But stepping back and thinking about the actual story, it's kind of random, predictable at times and I'm not seeing how they're going to incorporate it into the rest of the MCU.
The other thing is the fight scenes: the choreography, the cinematography, the effects, they were great, and I think they knew that, so they took advantage of it. During the first half of the movie there would be a new fight scene every fifteen minutes that looked fantastic, but seemed to last just a bit too long.
All in all I liked it. The acting was pretty good, the pacing was reasonable, the soundtrack was unique and the visual effects were a strongpoint It was a good movie.
But stepping back and thinking about the actual story, it's kind of random, predictable at times and I'm not seeing how they're going to incorporate it into the rest of the MCU.
The other thing is the fight scenes: the choreography, the cinematography, the effects, they were great, and I think they knew that, so they took advantage of it. During the first half of the movie there would be a new fight scene every fifteen minutes that looked fantastic, but seemed to last just a bit too long.
All in all I liked it. The acting was pretty good, the pacing was reasonable, the soundtrack was unique and the visual effects were a strongpoint It was a good movie.
Truly an amazing movie! This movie depicts family very well. The visual effects are stunning, the martial arts are incredible, and there is just enough humor in it to relieve some of the darker notes. I can't wait for the sequel!
Did you know
- TriviaIn the late 1980s, Stan Lee had considered a film/TV series about Shang-Chi and had in mind Brandon Lee, son of martial arts superstar Bruce Lee, for the role. Shang-Chi was visually based on Bruce Lee so Brandon seemed a fitting choice, but the plan fell through.
- Goofs(at around 18 mins) It's nearly impossible for a bus to run away with its (air)brake lines cut. Instant air pressure in the brake system is the only thing keeping the massive springs in each wheel from locking the brakes. If there's still enough pressure to keep the brakes from "dynamiting," then there's enough pressure for the brake pedal to work.
- Quotes
[Morris discovers Trevor's still body, and mourns]
Trevor Slattery: Calm down, mate! I'm not dead, it's just a performance! Now get down here and play along!
[Morris rolls over and plays dead]
- Crazy creditsThere is a scene at the end of the closing credits: Xialing takes control of the Ten Rings.
Following this scene is Xialing's Ten Rings insignia and a statement: "The Ten Rings will return."
- ConnectionsEdited into Marvel Studios: Legends: Wong (2022)
- SoundtracksAct Up
Written by Doctur Dot (as Eian Parker), Johnny Venus (as Olu Fann), Rich Brian (as Brian Imanuel), August 08 (as August Grant), Maurice 'Barney Bones' Powell, Daniel Tannenbaum, Rappy (as Sergiu Gherman), Caloway (as Tyler Reese Mehlenbacher), Marius Feder, Daniel Krieger, and Sean Miyashiro
Produced by Daniel Tannenbaum (as Bekon), The Donuts, Craig Balmoris, and Sean Miyashiro
Performed by Rich Brian & Earthgang
Rich Brian appears courtesy of 88rising Records
EarthGang appears courtesy of Dreamville/Interscope Records
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- Also known as
- Shang-Chi et la légende des dix anneaux
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- Budget
- $200,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $224,543,292
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $75,388,688
- Sep 5, 2021
- Gross worldwide
- $432,243,292
- Runtime2 hours 12 minutes
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