Martial Monks of the Shaolin Temple

Starring:Dragon Lee
Studio: Beverly Wilshire
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Shaolin Ulysses - Kungfu Monks in America

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Five Monks quest to spread Zen Buddhism
The real Shaolin KungFu
Great Info...
Excellent Documentary - highly entertaining

Shaolin Ulysses - Kungfu Monks in America
Starring: Beau Bridges
Director: Martha Burr , and Mei-Juin Chen
Manufacturer: New Video Group
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ASIN: B0002235H6
Release Date: 2004-06-29

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The whirling kicks and swift punches of Shaolin kung fu have been used to dazzling, choreographic effect in hundreds of Hong Kong action movies. The fascinating documentary Shaolin Ulysses: Kung Fu Monks in America looks at some real-world practitioners, monks who have chosen to bring kung fu and Zen Buddhism to America. The resulting juxtapositions are surreal. As a monk and his American disciple are interviewed in a Las Vegas Hooter's, the disciple throws an arm around one of the busty waitresses and declares this to be his temple; the monk looks on quizzically. Another monk has married a Catholic woman from Brooklyn; another talks about trading martial arts classes for guitar lessons on a Lollapalooza tour; another teaches kung fu to stocky police officers in Houston, Texas. These culture clashes are constantly surprising, but the monks' devotion to their craft is even more deeply engaging. --Bret Fetzer

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Five Monks quest to spread Zen Buddhism.......2006-08-02

The five monks seemed excited to establish Zen Buddhism temples in America and teach the Shaolin art. Each Monk demonstrates his special discipline and skills. The monks seemed excited for cultural exchange. Many of them toured various cities of America. One master maintains a connection with the Shaolin Temple in China and each year sends students to China.

The Shaolin movements are very evasive, attacking from various angles and retreating backwards. The Shaolin movements including jumping kicks, split kicks (round and reversed), high crescent kicks landing and the ability to sideways on the ground, low horse stances, large and small circular closed fist and open hand strikes, movements left and right, and low twisting stances into punches advancing forward and backward. The movements are complex and often predict which way they will move. To one fight a Shaolin he will seem to be moving one ways then suddenly change and move another way, a strike and move pattern. By adding weapons to the techniques the Shaolin seems to fly around the floor with amazing acrobatic flips, spins, and twists.

Included in the film is a Tai Chi sword demonstration. This was wonder to see. I like the iron shirt demonstration which made the master seemingly imprevious to an hard strikes from a large wood oar and a crushing blow as four men used a railroad tie to ram into the body of the master. The two man tiger forms demonstrated Chinese chess piece training. Who could believe the impossible feat of break a steel bar over a masters head. The monkey form demonstration very interesting consider this form is rarely made public. The amazon leopard form allowed the artist too move smoothly from leaps into hand techniques and stances. One of the more agile forms. The kung fu weapons demonstrations reminded me of a marching band but with more power and energy. The group performed the weapon techniques in unison.

The masters seemed to radiate power in their hands and fist. The kicks end with a sharp snap. The strikes literally vibrate with power.

The documentary is a nice balance between interviews and demonstrations. Very enticing. In China the government uses Martial arts as a reason for community gatherings, religious worship, and culture celebration. Many of the masters studied exclusively the art. One master was able to heal his son after suffering a serious injury. One master expressed the desire for his son to study western education and the Martial arts. All of the Masters were impressive with the big style of Western culture. However, each Master sought to integrate the quietness and peacefulness of the Shaolin arts. I'm impressed with the intelligence of the system and the artist.

The real Shaolin KungFu.......2006-03-04

This is one of the most amazing documentaries that I have ever seen, and I am a documentary addict. I first saw this documentary on the PBS "Independent Lens" series, which is one of the finest shows on TV by the way. The physical and mental training involved in becoming a Shaolin monk is truly astounding. These are real Shaolin monks, not the cartoonish characters you see in those cheesy kungfu movies. These guys are beyond Bruce Lee even. You won't regret buying this DVD.

Great Info... .......2006-01-09

I maybe a bit biased due to the fact that Li Peng Zhang is my Sifu, but this is a great documentary. The information provided is accurate and presented in a manner that is captivating. If you are studying or want to study authentic Shaolin Kung Fu, this is one of the top three documentaries to watch. (The other two ar myths and Logic of shaolin Kung Fu and Secrets of the warriors power)

Excellent Documentary - highly entertaining.......2004-12-26

This excellently crafted documentary shows the ways in which five Shaolin monks have bridged the divide between East and West -- influencing Americans with their martial arts in ways that are surprising, and often heart warming. From Brooklyn, to Texas, to California, these diverse monks bring their individual immigrant stories in the pursuit of the American Dream. Excellent production quality, editing and story telling by the film makers.

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Martial Monks Of Shaolin Temple
Starring: Dragon Lee
Director: Godfrey Ho
Manufacturer: Passion Productions
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B000294GR2
Release Date: 2002-02-02

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1.5, but just so bad, I can't give it a 2.
Maybe the best film I have ever seen !
Plenty of chop for your dollar.

Martial Monks of the Shaolin Temple
Starring: Dragon Lee , and Wong Cheng Li
Manufacturer: Beverly Wilshire
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1.5, but just so bad, I can't give it a 2. .......2006-04-30

Now if you know of Hwang Jang Lee(Wong Cheng Li), then that is probably the reason you are going to pick this up. But if for some reason you are a dragon lee fan, then you absolutely need to check this out. You will be able to see what a far superior martial artist can do. Not that I would consider dragon a MA at all. His top move is where he holds on to his leg and kicks while holding it. It is almost as good as the guy who wields the sword that is like bigger than him. That guy has a good technique of kicking his sword, brilliant. And then teh monk in this who starts out as a good guy, is just so out of place...

I can't go on reviewing a movie this bad. I would put this movie slightly below fury in the shaolin temple, but hwang's kicks are worth around 5 minutes of watching. So overall not worth the 3.99 I paid.

And the dubbing is classic(in a godfrey ho way).

Maybe the best film I have ever seen !.......2004-05-15

This truly stands apart from all other films. The action is non-stop, the kung-fu is great and accurate. I have the DVD (luckily the dubbed over version and not in Cantonese), and watch it regularly. Dragon Lee is superb in the starring role, although dress sense is un-nerving. Excellent action film.

Plenty of chop for your dollar........2002-03-03

If you get as much of a kick out of these movies as I do, and I mean for all the wrong reasons, like the poorly-dubbed dialogue, the embarrassingly over-wrought characterizations, the endless Kung-Fu choreography, and the downright dismal production values, then put this one on your list. It's really good for a laugh. Then get ready for a bit of a surprise. Because despite all the 'wrong reasons' its better than most. Dragon Lee has a fairly effective 'Jackie Chan' persona-won-choppa, including a pretty good funny-man bit. And for all you legions of female Kung-Fu fanatics, he's built like an advanced body builder - fly-weight division, of course.
Needles to say it's full of the usual tricks and gadgets and the story is just a seemingly endless chain of revenge killings until he works his way up to the top man. Dare I give away the ending? It's not quite what you might expect... And, yes, there is a restaurant scene where the owner is a timid little dork with a silly squeaky voice.

Martial Monks Of Shaolin Temple / The Bodyguard

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MARTIAL ARTS ACTION & ADVENTURE , 2 Movies on 1 DVD
Both movies are bad quality, but one of the movies is actually decent

Martial Monks Of Shaolin Temple / The Bodyguard
Starring: Dragon Lee; Sonny Chiba
Director: Multi
Manufacturer: Miracle Pictures
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD
ASIN: B0006B02ZQ
Release Date: 2002-02-02

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MARTIAL ARTS ACTION & ADVENTURE , 2 Movies on 1 DVD.......2007-03-13

MARTIAL ARTS ACTION & ADVENTURE-REGION FREE-2 Movies on 1 DVD-1. Martial Monks Of Shaolin Temple:A battle between the Shaolin Buddhist Fist, Thunderstick, and Silver Cannon Fist styles.Dragon Lee brings explosive action to the screen.STARS:Dragon Lee,Wong Cheng Li,Director: Godfrey Ho.90 min, Color 2. The Bodyguard: Japanese and New York City drug-running gangsters face off against Sonny Chiba in this brutal gang war showdown! STARS: Sonny Chiba,Bill Louie, Aaron Banks,Judy Lee, Etsuko Shhomi,Director: Simon Nuchter.89 min, Color, 1974,AUDIO BOTH: ENGLISH DTS or Dolby Digital Sound

Both movies are bad quality, but one of the movies is actually decent.......2006-08-29

Now there is no point is going over Martial Monks of the Shaolin Temple. It has kickmaster Hwang Jagn Lee(Wong Cheng Li) once again matched up against Dragon Lee. This movie is so horrible I can't even describe it. But if you love really bad movies that are so bad they are good, this is definitely for you.

THE BODYGUARD-now this movie is right in the time that Chiba was doing his executioners movies, Mas Oyamo trilogy, Killing Machine, Streetfighter, Golgo, ...

He was a very busy man and this movie is a perfect example. He would take ANY tough guy role. Before Kevin Costner, we had a REAL tough man as the Bodyguard. Taking anti-hero enhancments from hsi other movies, he is ready to do what he needs to do to get who he wants. The movie starts out really stupid but does manage to be a very good movie. I am really stuck between a 3 and a 4 on this but I will give this film a 4. I didn't like his signature move being used over an over. You know, the one where he flies over the guy and then hits him on the head or something. But this is a good movie, mafia, local gangs, all kinds of good stuff.

Do you people think that Chiba has like permanent stains on his fingers from all of that blood?

The Martial Temple Collection: Shaolin Iron Finger/Satyre Monks

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carter wong REALLY sucks when the people around him suck also

The Martial Temple Collection: Shaolin Iron Finger/Satyre Monks
Starring: Shaolin Iron Finger , and Satyre Monks
Manufacturer: Videoasia
ProductGroup: DVD
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ASIN: B0001IXSWS
Release Date: 2004-04-13

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carter wong REALLY sucks when the people around him suck also.......2006-03-06

That pretty much sums up this movie. Shaolin Iron Finger is for sure the worst bigname crappy kung fu movie.

Satyre monks-Nonsense, no point in making this movie whatsoever

Soory I gave a crappy review, nut I had to give a warning to not buy this to everyone.

If you see this as part of the 10 movie set as The martiasl shaolin collection, buy it. It also contains Shaolin:blood mission4/5, shaolin strikes back5/5, out of danger3/5, and another one with pai ying.
So don't buy this disc, but get it if it is part of that collection, released by video asia.

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