This go-for-broke goof on classic Chinese warrior dramas and revenge thrillers packs a lot of action, a crazed cascade of comedy, and a non-stop barrage of loving jabs at classic martial arts adventures in 99 minutes.
The stocky Thai stuntman turned action hero has an impressive physique, a steel snap to his delivery, and a gymnastic prowess to his style, and it’s all on display in this endearingly naïve martial arts adventure.
Stephen Chow stole Jackie Chan’s crown as Hong Kong’s clown prince of kung fu comedy and this film is full of Chow’s trademark talents, from martial arts spoofing to wild, cartoonish comedy.
Uma Thurman stars as “The Bride” in this pulp tale told over two movies that mix seventies martial arts revenge dramas and American B-movie action thrillers with Tarantino’s distinctive style.
