Dragons of the Orient (1988)

01/01/1988 (HK) • 1h 22m

Documentary

Overview

For martial arts enthusiasts and fans of Jet Li, Yang Ching, and Wang Chun, this historical filmography about the origins of Chinese martial arts, the legendary Shaolin Monastery, and modern kung fu will prove to be an irresistible treat. The documentary is told through two fictional characters, Instructor Wang and Hong Kong sports reporter Ms. Chin Chin, who chance to meet in a park. Ms. Chin Chin is writing a story about the history of martial arts and so Instructor Wang offers to help. Together they visit the Shaolin Monastery and view a weapons demonstration by the monks.

Top Billed Cast

Jet Li

Self

Louis Fan Siu-Wong

Self - Various Wushu Demonstrations

Lu Yan

Self - Staff Demonstrator - Part of 1974 Tour

Wang Jianjun

Self - Staff and Chain Whip Demonstrator

Yu Hai

Self - Mantis Style Demonstrator

Hu Jian-Qiang

Self - Monkey Staff Demonstrator

Chui A-Fai

Self - Part of 1974 Beijing Wushu Team Tour


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Status

Released

Original Language

Budget

-

Revenue

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Keywords

martial arts

kung fu

china

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