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Summary: Really sweet! :-)
Review: i have rented this 2 times.the first time was on tape and i had to read all of the subtitles but the 2nd time,i got to pay attention to the acting and all of the martial arts and the only bad thing about it was when they were flying.it was too fake.but i really liked the plot.and i loved that story about the mountain and if you jumped off of it,your wish would come true.it actually made me cry at the end.this was also the first real martial arts movie i have seen...
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Summary: Don't Believe the Hype
Review: I made a huge mistake in buying this DVD. I believed all the press, and the hype, and boy was I ever disappointed. This movie is dire. Its slow, the acting is mediocre , and the much lauded effects, look cheap. I thought the whole purpose of special effects, was that the look special, and realistic. It was quite obvious that the actors were suspended by wires.Remember the scene in Superman the Movie, when the young Clark Kent races the train, well thats how bad they are...O.K. the cinematogaphy was of the highest level, but, just because it looks good does not mean it is entertainment.
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Summary: This film has a place among the very finest ever made!
Review: I first saw "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" months ago when it was first released, and was stunned for the duration. For hours afterward, I could hardly think of anything else. This magnificent film is an emotionally draining experience, but worth every minute. The fight scenes-- I hesitate to call them "fight scenes," as that description hardly does them justice-- are indescribably beautiful, and magnificently choreographed by master Yuen Wo-Ping. Many people unfamiliar with Chinese film regard "The Matrix" as the pinnacle of action choreography, and "CT,HD" is hard evidence that this is not so. "The Matrix" is a fine film, but the balletic battles of "CT,HD" are far beyond anything that film achieves. "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" has become my second-favorite film of all time; my all-time favorite is "Casablanca," so that should give you an idea of the distinguished company this film can keep. From the very first chord of Tan Dun's magnificent score, "CT,HD" is an enthralling cinematic experience. The charismatic Chow Yun-Fat and the ever-delightful Michelle Yeoh, along with the captivating Zhang Ziyi, make up one of the most incredible casts I've ever seen. Keep in mind that I've seen several thousand films, ranging from "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" to "The Usual Suspects" to "Hello, Dolly," and beyond those. "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" has a well-deserved place among the very best of them, and will stand as an all-time classic.
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Summary: Sparking with interest
Review: Well i have a lot to say about this movie. But im sure my fellow fans have cleared up how beautiful the scenery,people,and arts are of this movie. what i want to know is why dont the people give this movie justice? it is truly a beautiful peice of work to me. when you say jackie chan and jet li are the TRUE martial artists, i laugh at you. because in no way could that ever be true. I've seen jackie in some movies that are simply a riot they are so weak. And how obvious he makes himself look when he gets hit, or shocked by something, is really a cut to all of mankind the way i see it. if u cant relate to someone trying to cut your head off and u need someones huge open shocked expression to realize whats going on, well. how do u walk the streets?
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Summary: Beautiful romance, high packed action, GREAT movie!
Review: From heart-touching romance scenes to great action, this movie has to be one of the most unique fighting-style movies I have ever seen. It's one of those movies where you either love it or totally despise it. People have to give it a chance. Sure, it's not like Jet-Li's movies, but that's because it is different. Unique is the word to describe it. I'm a die-hard fan of fighting-action movies, I watch all types, and this movie is AWESOME! If you haven't seen it yet, what are you waiting for?
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Summary: Looking for mindless action? Then look elsewhere!
Review: ...If you're expecting a mindless, violent Hong Kong-style chop-socky extragavanza, I strongly suggest you look somewhere else. And if you're expecting to see a Matrix-style science-fiction/fantasy film, I definitely advise you to look somewhere else. This is not a good film to watch if you're looking for vicarious thrills.Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon(CTHD) is a serious drama wrapped in the guise of a Wuxia martial arts film. It deals with issues such as love, devotion, honour, duty...many concepts that our modern society seems to have devalued or simply forgotten. No wonder this film got such a panning from internet critics - I guess this film doesn't really deal in anything modern audiences would consider "important". I felt that this was a film where the 'special effects' such as the wire-work stunts were secondary to the real special effect - the actors. Zhang Ziyi is the obvious standout, she's received plenty of raves for her outstanding performance. However, I feel that not enough credit has been paid to Michelle Yeoh and Chow-Yun Fat. Both have roles that require measured, understated performances. Their characters may not garner as much attention as young Jen(Zhang Ziyi), but they (and their relationship) are the foundation of this film. Every aspect of this film is a credit to its creators - Ang Lee and his collaborators should be proud to have produced such a brilliant film. This is not the kind of film that will win instant accolades from everyone. It challenges every single stereotypical element we've come to expect of Asian martial arts films...and succeeds brilliantly. If it were possible to give ten out of five stars, I would. If you're a viewer that's sick and tired of unoriginal, dull and boring cinema, and want to be challenged and invigorated by something totally different, then I definitely reccommend Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. This film is a classic.
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Summary: Romantic, lush, luxuriant and exciting
Review: A very beautiful movie--but be warned, it isn't a typical kung-fu movie of the Hong Kong variety. It's much more beautiful than that could ever be. If chopsocky is what you're looking for, this may not satisfy you. The fight sequences are wonderful, but they're less about amazing feats of martial athleticism than they are about revealing the dreamy underpinning to the martial arts--as an example, consider the fight among the bamboo treetops. Also, the double plotting requires more attention than kungfu movies usually do; and it is truly difficult to fathom the significance of the girl's sacrifice. It has an air of enigma that may seem authentically Chinese to some, even if some Chinese don't recognize it. But beyond all the paradox and enigma and visual excitement, don't forget to just bask in the sheer cinematic beauty of the film. Enjoy!
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Summary: a woman's story
Review: If you can get over the peter pan-like jumps in the air, this movie slowly captivates you with the conflict between the women. refreshingly reminiscent of Enter the Dragon [ with women in the fighting roles,] they bring a grace and style to the fight scenes that almost elevates them to an art form. The love story throughout while not surprising was believable. You will find yourself hoping and cheering . On a Saturday night when your in,pop this one in you won't be sorry.
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Summary: Hecka Tight!
Review: ok so this movie was done asian style as opposed to european which means horror of horrors talking and characters who have lives beyond fighting. the younger pair and chand pei pei do outshine the older pair (chow yun-fat and michelle yeoh) particularly if you noticed chow and michelle's bad mandarin. but the pros definitely outweigh the cons. chow yun-fat's character li mu bai is in love with michelle yeoh's character but cant tell her because of society. pooh. we have almost the same thing going on with jen and lo. she is a noble an aristocrat and he's a bandit. jade fox is to her mind standing up for women's rights in the world of martial arts when she kills li mu bai's master. long, yes. if you can't stand living without an explosion every five minutes well this ain't for you but otherwise this is a classic gem. the story is bittersweet and relates more life then anything else.
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Summary: Absurd, Plotless and Boring
Review: The flying scenes were so utterly silly that I found myself laughing through most of them. The bamboo tree scene was particularly ludicrous. There is no plot development..none! The dialogue is stunningly boring and cliched. Ignore the undeserved praise for this waste of film and go buy a Jackie Chan flick!
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