Overview
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.
Director and cast
- Wang Qun as Self
- Jet Li as Self
- Yeung Ching-Ching as Self
- Louis Fan Siu-wong as Self - Various Wushu Demonstrations
- Lu Yan as Self - Staff Demonstrator - Part of 1974 Tour
- Wang Jianjun as Self - Staff and Chain Whip Demonstrator
- Yu Hai as Self - Mantis Style Demonstrator
- Hu Jian-Qiang as Self - Monkey Staff Demonstrator
- Chui A-Fai as Self - Part of 1974 Beijing Wushu Team Tour
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