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Summary: Too BAD, So SAD..
Review: This Kung Fu series was a BRUCE LEE's Idea. and BRUCE LEE himself was supposed to be in it. But for Racists in the USA, they stole the idea and the film. What a disgrace. I never watch this film nor spend a penny on it.
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Summary: I Am A Man
Review: Amazing Series - 5 stars
To the poster below - Bruce Lee was 75% Chinese, his mother was 1/2 German. You can tell, somewhat, by looking at him.
Not much else can be said about the Kung Fu series that hasn't been said below, however... It's not about the acting as much as the importance of morality and the value of life. If you're looking for an action flick, you will not find it here. While there is some Martial Art, always in self-defense, the series focuses on philosophy and wisdom rather than how to knock the aggressor senseless.
If all you want is action, buy a Jackie Chan movie.
If you're in for the hope that you might gain some knowledge about what it means to be a Shaolin or a Kung Fu Master you will end up watching all 15-16 episodes in a single sitting.
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Summary: Praise only
Review: A truly beautiful, inspiring series.
Read Davids autobiography. Somehow he is Caine and his antithesis at the same time. I'd bet you could get off the roundabout David, but like you said - its fun. Thank you David and all those involved. You made my world a better place.
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Summary: Just A Man?
Review: Ok, what you've got here is a beautiful package with three double-sided discs which hold the two-hour (two-part) series pilot, plus fifteen individual episodes -- the entire Kung Fu first season. My only complaint is that the top and bottom of the screen are cut out, to make it "wide screen". Crazy. It does make the product look slyer, but by taking away from the show. However, so little is lost, and you soon forget that anything is missing. This is such a classic series, who cares? Kung Fu on DVD! I would list the episodes, but below Corgweyn has done this nicely.For those of you unfamiliar with the show, allow me to give you a brief but honest rundown: A "western", of sorts, Kung-Fu deals with a Shaelin Priest (Cain) who is outlawed after killing his old blind master Po, the Emperor's nephew. Being half Chinese, half American, he escapes to the "old west" of America, embarking on a series of adventures, dealing with racist cowboys, blood-thirsty bounty hunters, and Chinese assassins sent to kill or return him. (He is worth $10,000 alive, $5,000 dead.) This is a classic and unique series, dealing far more with humanity, Chinese philosophy and wisdom than fighting. Its occult value is hot, and its incredible acting and stories are memorable and striking. A show for those who like something different, where truth and gentleness can win out over lies and crudeness. He is one with nature. Yet he always maintains, "I am just a man." Highly recommended for all audiences!
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Summary: Second Season On The Way
Review: Kung Fu had a major impact on my life when it first came out in the early seventies. Watching the episodes today, I still admire the ideals and philosophy, and have really grown to appreciate David Carradine's understated performance as Kwai Chang Caine.
The latest word, DVD-wise, is that the complete second season is due to be released in January 2005 as a four-disc set. Reliable sources have confirmed that the episodes will be in their original full-frame aspect ratio, which should please those who were disappointed by the imitation widescreen format of the first season collection.
It's been a long wait, but it will be a great way to start off the new year. Have patience, Grasshopper.
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Summary: Kung Fu was made for TV Land
Review: I liked this series so much when it first came out that when TV Land was created with Nickelodeon, I have repeatedly told them that this series was "Made for TV Land". -- Like others that have written reviews for this, I'm waiting anxiously for the next season to come out.
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