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This is a HOT flick!!!
This movie is the shiznit! It is serious and violent, and the comedy is unscripted. If you like these things, I don't think you'll be disappointed. If you prefer the Magnificent Butcher and say, comedic action movies like that, or wire-fu, item-fu nonsense, this isn't for you. Chen Kuan Tai has natural screen talent, and he directed this. The scene with his little brother has got to be one of the funniest ever, even though it's a little sad. But family comes 1st!!! It is a decent quality considering how old it is, but don't expect miracles on the digital transfer. However, it is very watchable and it's one of the best kung-fu movies I've seen.
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The Original Iron Monkey-- A Masterpiece
Iron Monkey is one of the masterpieces of the kungfu genre. Many connaisseurs of this genre think that the finest kungfu films were produced by the Shaw Brothers, but this film proves them to be wrong. Directed by the hero of the film, Chen Kuan Tai, the film is truly a classic. The scene in the opening credits sets the mood for the film; cross cutting between a monkey style practicioner and an eagle claw practitioner fighting, and a real monkey and eagle fighting ferociously.
The story is simple; the hero's family is killed by the Manchus because they are accociated with rebels, but the hero escapes. He seeks refuge in the Shaolin Temple, and learns the Monkey Boxing technique. He then joins the Manchu government in order to get revenge for his family.
The costumes and sets in the film are excellent, better than any other kungfu film I have seen. The cinematography is also very good, adding to the excellence of the film. The film is full of excellent kungfu; no comedy, magic, or corny tricks, only straight martial arts. I have not seen Chen Kuan Tai in any other films before this, but he is certainly one of the best actors and martial artists in the genre, equalling the famed Shaw Bros. stars such as Gordon Liu and Lo Lieh. The film is not only has good martial arts, but is is good as a movie. The VHS version is widescreen and dubbed in English, and the picture quality is good.
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The Original Iron Monkey-- A Masterpiece
Iron Monkey is one of the masterpieces of the kungfu genre. Many connesiurs of this genre think that the finest kungfu films were produced by the Shaw Brothers, but this film proves them to be wrong. Directed by the hero of the film, Chen Kuan Tai, the film is truly a classic. The scene in the opening credits sets the mood for the film; cross cutting between a monkey style practicioner and an eagle claw practitioner fighting, and a real monkey and eagle fighting ferociously.
The story is simple; the hero's family is killed by the Manchus because they are accociated with rebels, but the hero escapes. He seeks refuge in the Shaolin Temple, and learns the Monkey Boxing technique. He then joins the Manchu government in order to get revenge for his family.
The costumes and sets in the film are excellent, better than any other kungfu film I have seen. The cinematography is also very good, adding to the excellence of the film. The film is full of excellent kungfu; no comedy, magic, or corny tricks, only straight martial arts. I have not seen Chen Kuan Tai in any other films before this, but he is certainly one of the best actors and martial artists in the genre, equalling the famed Shaw Bros. stars such as Gordon Liu and Lo Lieh. The film is not only has good martial arts, but is is good as a movie. The VHS version is widescreen and dubbed in English, and the picture quality is good.
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A monumental martial arts masterpiece
I just finished watching this underappreciated gem and all I can say is "holy christ!" This film delivers the goods with AWESOME choreography and fluid, authentic monkey and eagle style action. The film moves sort of slow for the first two thrids or so but it keeps intrest and displays a few well done fight sequences. When it gets to the last thirty minutes or so, brace yourself for maniacal kung fu action! I have practically seen it ALL in the realm of kung fu and I am one of the most fanatical peoeple on this planet when it comes to martial arts movies. I can honestly say that this picture ranks with the cream of the crop, a true classic that makes me want to see more of the talented Chen Kwan Tai. This film is a must!
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Movie is ok, Quality is a joke!
I am a big fan of Kung-Fu movies, even the average ones. So, I checked this one out just for the [heck] of it. I was not sure what to expect, so I just watched it with an open mind. As this type of movie goes, it's the same old story. Guy seeks revenge for death of family members. Hey, I am not one to complain. As long as it's fun to watch, and has good fighting in it. I figure, I got my what I wanted. Iron Monkey was just that. Sure it's not the best Kung-Fu film by any means, but it is a fun one.
The Problem: The company who made this DVD desurves to be beaten just like many of the bad guys in Iron Monkey. This is by far, the worst quality DVD I have ever watched. You can tell they just made it from an old VHS tape! To make matters worse, the quality of the tape is just downright sad. The movie is watchable, but thats it. Now I am not sure what the story behind this movie is. Was the original print lost or what? There is a part in the film where the English just stops, and Chinese starts. Then it goes back to english again. I am confused.
In final. Not a bad movie, but it feels like you are watching a bootleg. Don't waste your money.