7 Grand Masters
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Movie Reviews of 7 Grand Masters
Movie Review: Classic
Summary: 5 Stars
I just wish I could see it for the first time again.
This movie is great. We all know Kung Fu movies typically have plots you skip after the first viewing, since they are a) convoluted b) corny as hell or c) stupid. 7 Grandmasters, however, doesn't suffer this pitfall; it has a minimalist storyline that's somewhat archetypal and fun to follow (especially when they use visual comparisons in fights between the new student and the Master). You know exactly what's going on, and enjoy the journeys of the two main characters.
Mainly, though, Jack Long steals the show. You have to expect great things from the brother of Ghostface Killer, and he doesn't disappoint. His martial and acrobatic skills are awesome to behold, and his dignified presence as a confident and reserved Grandmaster of Kung Fu is iconic.
Even if you think Kung Fu movies are all kitschy crap, try this out. You'll at least enjoy some of the great coreography. And if you're a kung fu addict, this is as good as they get.
Movie Review: Putting the 'art' in old school martial arts
Summary: 5 Stars
This is rated as 5 stars for 'needs to be in your collection' not the 'be all end all.' This film is what old kung fu should be, and what remastered dvds from that era should look and sound like today. The picture and sound are great, and includes an original language track. The story is good, if not a little predictable, but well paced.
The fights are amazing. Some fights are true martials arts (just to see who is the best with no intention to hurt the other person), some are real fights, some are ambush/brawls. With the different styles, the different masters, the weapons used, and then a story to wrap them together, this becomes such a great sampling of the way it should have been done back then.
The rest has been said in other reviews. Buy it if you like, or are interested in, classic kung fu.
Movie Review: Worth the hype: A true all-action classic, great transfer quality
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie sets up a good story line to display various kung fu styles. Seven Grand Masters does an excellent job of painting likable characters who have the proper kung fu chemistry. In the future look at the "Original Story Writers" - Kwok Tai Wai's movies are always engaging, and coupled with Joesph Kuo makes it even better. This film has nice cross-over appeal, so even if your friends don't like old school kung fu, they will still thank you for introducing this movie.
One thing though...and I hope Amazon doesn't squash me like a bug for this- I realize that they have some great titles at great prices- HOWEVER you can find this exact copy for several dollars less at Best Buy (if you are close).
The Mandarin Version is much better than the dubbed, and the subtitling not to bad.
Movie Review: An awesome accomplishment
Summary: 5 Stars
I am an advid martial arts fanatic. I have purchased some dummies and some classics. But this movies stands above any of the ones that I have just purchased. I have waited for a long time and with the right price, I got just what the Doctor ordered. This movie, in all its integrity, has what it takes to become an all-time classic. The fight scenes and styles and characters will astound you. THIS IS A MUST FOR ANYONE TO HAVE AND A CONSTANT JOY TO WATCH. I HAVE NOT STOPPED WATCHING THIS MOVIE FOR AT LEAST 12 HOURS. For anyone who knows good KUNG-FU and can relish the quality of good photography, will indeed love it. The quality of the movie in my opinion, rated AAAAA+. Also, get Hell's Windstaff w/ Hwang Jang Lee a.k.a. "The Silver Fox" Another great movie. Hurry! Hurry!Movie Review: A great way to experience a classic of the genre
Summary: 5 Stars
This is another great flick from Shaw Brothers Production. It combines a series of epic duels, featuring everything from Monkey & Crane style, to a whole slurry of Kung-Fu weapons, with a side-story about a young man, desperate to become a warrior (the reasons behind his great desire revealed during the film) with a great twist in the end. It's a great movie full of beautiful Kung-Fu styles, and gorgeous Asian landscapes. It's really fortunate that they put this in Widescreen, alot of beautiful landscapes would've been cut. Also it features a full Chinese track so you can hear the lines as they were supposed to be heard, and not from some voice actor overdubbing it.