HK MOVIE

Drunken Master (1978)

Drunken Master (1978) (MM SUB) is a classic kung fu comedy that helped catapult Jackie Chan to stardom. Directed by Yuen Woo-ping, the film blends traditional martial arts with slapstick humor, showcasing Chan’s unique charisma and physicality. The story follows a rebellious young Wong Fei-hung, who is sent to train under the harsh but wise Beggar So, mastering the unorthodox and entertaining Drunken Boxing style. The fight choreography is inventive and fluid, and the comedic timing is spot-on. It’s a defining film for the kung fu genre, balancing action and humor in a way that still holds up decades later. Verdict: A must-watch martial arts classic that mixes laughter with legendary fight scenes.