Dragons of the Orient (1988)

Directed by Law Chi1h 22mDocumentary

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.

Rated
NR
Year
1988
Country
HK
Language
CN
Release date
1 January 1988
TMDB
6.0 (3)
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Wang Qun
Wang Qun
Self
Yeung Ching-Ching
Yeung Ching-Ching
Self
Jet Li
Jet Li
Self
Louis Fan Siu-Wong
Louis Fan Siu-Wong
Self - Various Wushu Demonstrations
L
Lu Yan
Self - Staff Demonstrator - Part of 1974 Tour
Wang Jianjun
Wang Jianjun
Self - Staff and Chain Whip Demonstrator
Yu Hai
Yu Hai
Self - Mantis Style Demonstrator
Hu Jian-Qiang
Hu Jian-Qiang
Self - Monkey Staff Demonstrator
C
Chui A-Fai
Self - Part of 1974 Beijing Wushu Team Tour

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