Member Drunken Monk Posted July 16, 2023 Member Share Posted July 16, 2023 So I’m looking to introduce my wife to more classic kung fu films. She’s up for it but she absolutely despises the brand of comedy found in so many old school movies. For example, I could never have her sit through Shaolin vs Lama due to what she calls “shenanigans.” Same with Drunken Master. I’m looking for top tier films with incredible fight choreography but as little comedy as possible. The only one that pops in my head is World of Drunken Master. I think she’d also handle The Victim due to it having genuinely good laughs. Can anyone else think of films like the ones I’m looking for? Thanks! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member DrNgor Posted July 16, 2023 Member Share Posted July 16, 2023 Shaolin Temple Against Lama Snake and Crane Arts of Shaolin Five Shaolin Masters / Heroes Two Kid with the Golden Arm Heroes of the East Broken Oath Secret Rivals 1 and 2; Snuff Bottle Connection; Invincible Armor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member thundered mantis Posted July 16, 2023 Member Share Posted July 16, 2023 8 Diagram Pole Fighter Last Hurrah for Chivalry Death Duel of Kung Fu Warriors Two Duel of 7 Tigers 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Beardys Feather Posted July 16, 2023 Member Share Posted July 16, 2023 I would go for some of the female stars work. Angela Mao didn't tolerate much shenanigans... Broken Oath has been mentioned but also perhaps The Himalayan? Chia Ling in Against Drunken Cats Paws. Lily Li in Daggers 8... I don't remember too much silliness? My wife also loved Enter The Dragon and Executioners of Shaolin Good luck! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 16, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 16, 2023 6 minutes ago, Beardys Feather said: Lily Li in Daggers 8... I don't remember too much silliness? Daggers 8 was one I was wondering about. Despite having seen it a number of times, I can’t seem to remember whether it has many “hijinks.” If it doesn’t, I’d love to watch it with her. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 16, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 16, 2023 33 minutes ago, thundered mantis said: 8 Diagram Pole Fighter Last Hurrah for Chivalry Death Duel of Kung Fu Warriors Two Duel of 7 Tigers She loved 8 Diagram… and enjoyed Warriors Two apart from Sammo taking on Dean Shek towards the end. Last Hurrah… is definitely going on my list. Great recommendation!! Death Duel… too! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 16, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 16, 2023 1 hour ago, DrNgor said: Shaolin Temple Against Lama Snake and Crane Arts of Shaolin Five Shaolin Masters / Heroes Two Kid with the Golden Arm Heroes of the East Broken Oath Secret Rivals 1 and 2; Snuff Bottle Connection; Invincible Armor She recently watched Invincible Armour and quite enjoyed it. She’s a Shaw Brothers fan but, for the time being, I’m trying to move her towards the most independent stuff. The Secret Rivals films, Broken Oath and Shaolin Temple Against Lama are great suggestions! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Big Gator Posted July 18, 2023 Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 Legendary Weapons of China Mad Monkey Kung Fu Dirty Ho Clan of the White Lotus Abbot of Shaolin 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member ChillyChong Posted July 18, 2023 Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 Iron monkey(chen kuan tai) Showdown at cotton mill 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 18, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 26 minutes ago, Big Gator said: Mad Monkey Kung Fu Dirty Ho No comedy? I'm not too sure about that. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 18, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 20 minutes ago, ChillyChong said: Iron monkey(chen kuan tai) Showdown at cotton mill Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Big Gator Posted July 18, 2023 Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 1 minute ago, Drunken Monk said: No comedy? I'm not too sure about that. I would never classify either as a comedy,,,,mad monkey kung fu is kar leungs darkest movie,,,darker than the 8 diagram,,,dirty ho is pure poetry 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 18, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 4 minutes ago, Big Gator said: I would never classify either as a comedy,,,,mad monkey kung fu is kar leungs darkest movie,,,darker than the 8 diagram,,,dirty ho is pure poetry They may not be comedies but they certainly have a fair share of comedy in them. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Big Gator Posted July 18, 2023 Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 2 minutes ago, Drunken Monk said: They may not be comedies but they certainly have a fair share of comedy in them. What parts do you find comical in mad monkey kung fu,,,,and are you talking about watching dubbed or in cantonese,,, 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 18, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 22 minutes ago, Big Gator said: What parts do you find comical in mad monkey kung fu,,,,and are you talking about watching dubbed or in cantonese,,, I would say Hsiao Hou's general clownery is meant to be at least somewhat comical, despite the film's darker tones. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member sym8 Posted July 18, 2023 Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 Rebellious reign,Dragon fist,8 diagram 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 18, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 21 minutes ago, sym8 said: Rebellious reign,Dragon fist,8 diagram Forgot about Rebellious Reign! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member MobFu1972 Posted July 18, 2023 Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 8 Diagram Pole Fighter Five Element Ninjas King Boxer Avenging Eagle One Armed Swordsman Pretty hard to list with no Comedy 😁 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Whoishe Posted July 18, 2023 Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 (edited) I will put my 5 cents with female heroines in major roles and non-comedy movies, mostly following "avenging rape/family kill scenario": - 8 Daggers - The Woman Avenger - Lady Assassin - Invincible Swordswoman - One Foot Crane - Revengful Swordswoman - Lady Whirlwind - Stranger from Shaolin - Massacre Survivor - Deaf & Mute Heroine Not the biggest fam of Angela Mao or Chia Ling, but I think there are in one movie each here, majority of them have other actresses though. Edited July 18, 2023 by Whoishe 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Yihetuan Posted July 18, 2023 Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 One of my faves is Killer Constable. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 18, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 18, 2023 I’m definitely putting a bunch of these on my list. I’m going to start with World of Drunken Master, the. Daggers 8 and then maybe Killer Constable to see how she handles the seriousness of that one. I really want to introduce her to the independent kung fu films as she’s seen her fair share of Shaws. I’m wondering about maybe testing her with Billy Chong movies, though I know some of them have some goofiness. Maybe Super Power isn’t that egregious? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator thekfc Posted July 19, 2023 Moderator Share Posted July 19, 2023 Don't remember if these had any comedy in them. Secret Service of the Imperial Court Duel to the Death The Hot, The Cool & The Vicious Eagle's Claw The Sword Struggle Through Death Mar's Villa The Heroes (Ti Lung) 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member DrNgor Posted July 19, 2023 Member Share Posted July 19, 2023 41 minutes ago, thekfc said: Don't remember if these had any comedy in them. Secret Service of the Imperial Court Duel to the Death The Hot, The Cool & The Vicious Eagle's Claw The Sword Struggle Through Death Mar's Villa The Heroes (Ti Lung) DTTD has a brief appearance by a comic drunken master, but is otherwise completely serious. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Drunken Monk Posted July 19, 2023 Author Member Share Posted July 19, 2023 1 hour ago, thekfc said: Don't remember if these had any comedy in them. Secret Service of the Imperial Court Duel to the Death The Hot, The Cool & The Vicious Eagle's Claw The Sword Struggle Through Death Mar's Villa The Heroes (Ti Lung) Eagle’s Claw is a great suggestion. I myself haven’t seen that one in a while. The missus really enjoyed Duel to the Death. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Django Posted July 29, 2023 Member Share Posted July 29, 2023 Snuff Bottle Connection Green Jade Statuette 7 Grandmasters Fistful of Talons Maybe The Loot if she liked The Victim? Bandits Prostitues and Silver 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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