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CROUCHING TIGER HIDDEN DRAGONReview created: 21/06/07
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15 of 19 people found this review helpful.
Even though I love Martial Arts films and enjoy good action film this didn't quite hit the spot ! There was lot sto enjoy in this film but a lot was average as well. If you want to watch this don't look for a storyline because you will not find one ! Just watch it for the action and you will not be dissappointed. I would give it perhaps 7 out of 10 and so would place it in between average and good.
After so much talk about this film I just felt it didn't deliver on all parts but yet it is worth seeing.
After so much talk about this film I just felt it didn't deliver on all parts but yet it is worth seeing.
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Stunning cinematography, breathtaking actionReview created: 30/05/08(updated 05/06/08)
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5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
Ang Lee has a reputation for producing stunning movies and 'Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon' is the epiphany of any movies he has ever produced.
The movie set in China is a typical samurai-martial arts-combat style movie from Asai but the way in which it is made is simply astonishing. The characters fly through the air in some of the most outstanding combat scenes ever witnessed on screen. But it's not the cheesy, comedy-style unrealism of Jackie Chan; this is the real deal.
Matrix-style movements together with beautiful motion and fighting that keeps you glued to the screen and mouth open wide.
When Li Mu Bai (Chow Yun-Fat) has his famous jade sword presented to Governor Yu, he hopes it marks the end of his violent career. But soon the sword is stolen and the murderer of his mentor appears to be back.
You may never see a more beautiful movie - and certainly no more majestic film has yet been made.
It's impossible to forget, either, and you will find yourself weeks later dwelling on individual shots with the intensity you might give to a masterpiece in an art gallery.
A scene with warrior monks, for instance, balanced on the frond-thin branches of a tree high, high in the air is utterly convincing and even - no kidding here - mesmerising.
This movie is just phenomenal, brilliantly acted and directed, flawless in every minute detail. If you had high expectations, you were right to... and you won't be disappointed.
The movie set in China is a typical samurai-martial arts-combat style movie from Asai but the way in which it is made is simply astonishing. The characters fly through the air in some of the most outstanding combat scenes ever witnessed on screen. But it's not the cheesy, comedy-style unrealism of Jackie Chan; this is the real deal.
Matrix-style movements together with beautiful motion and fighting that keeps you glued to the screen and mouth open wide.
When Li Mu Bai (Chow Yun-Fat) has his famous jade sword presented to Governor Yu, he hopes it marks the end of his violent career. But soon the sword is stolen and the murderer of his mentor appears to be back.
You may never see a more beautiful movie - and certainly no more majestic film has yet been made.
It's impossible to forget, either, and you will find yourself weeks later dwelling on individual shots with the intensity you might give to a masterpiece in an art gallery.
A scene with warrior monks, for instance, balanced on the frond-thin branches of a tree high, high in the air is utterly convincing and even - no kidding here - mesmerising.
This movie is just phenomenal, brilliantly acted and directed, flawless in every minute detail. If you had high expectations, you were right to... and you won't be disappointed.
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Crouching Tiger Hidden ExcellenceReview created: 14/07/08
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) I decided to buy this item (Crouching Tiger HIdden Dragon) on ebay as I wanted to own this film but not pay more than a couple of pounds for it. I saw this particular item for sale, starting at a very low price, so went for it. A few days later, it was mine, and a couple of days after this it had arrived in the post!
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Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon (DVD 2001)
) well put together film with lots of action.a must see for all action fans and any othere film watchers.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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absolutly breathtakingReview created: 25/06/08
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i liked everthinh about this film exellen plot and storyline if your in2 martial arts this is the film for you!! also the film house of flying daggers a must have from the same makers!!!
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The decisionReview created: 19/06/08
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Much has been written about this film extolling its virtues with some telling how they just did not "get it".
If you enjoy the martial arts genre as Jackie Chan with his cheeky humour that is great. However, this is not in that style and may therefore disappoint you. Yes the fights are tremendous but the tongue in cheek of JC is not there.
If you like a romantic, relationship based adventure story then you have a strong chance of liking this film. The martial arts are there and in abundance but they are not the point of the film. It is the developing personal relationships between the characters who happen to be in the martial arts environment.
Do not waste your time worrying about dubbing or subtitles art film or not. The film has merit in its own right or it does not.Clever categorisation does nothing to improve a film.
Whether a film is good or great is subjective to each individual. Whether it is good or bad depends on what you are looking for.
Frankly I enjoy the Jackie Chan style but I enjoyed this too.
Maybe you should see this film and make up your own mind whethr to view and keep in your collection or view and sell on.
Good luck
If you enjoy the martial arts genre as Jackie Chan with his cheeky humour that is great. However, this is not in that style and may therefore disappoint you. Yes the fights are tremendous but the tongue in cheek of JC is not there.
If you like a romantic, relationship based adventure story then you have a strong chance of liking this film. The martial arts are there and in abundance but they are not the point of the film. It is the developing personal relationships between the characters who happen to be in the martial arts environment.
Do not waste your time worrying about dubbing or subtitles art film or not. The film has merit in its own right or it does not.Clever categorisation does nothing to improve a film.
Whether a film is good or great is subjective to each individual. Whether it is good or bad depends on what you are looking for.
Frankly I enjoy the Jackie Chan style but I enjoyed this too.
Maybe you should see this film and make up your own mind whethr to view and keep in your collection or view and sell on.
Good luck
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5 stars!!!!Review created: 18/06/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
For anyone who has never been keen on martial arts, this is your film. Because it is so romantic and deep and emotional that you can't help but be drawn into the story. The perfect martial arts film for girls! It's like Sense and Sensibility with breathtaking stunts. Get it, watch it. You won't regret it.
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crouching tiger hidden dragonReview created: 10/04/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
just like watghing any martcal art movies i like bruce lee jackie chan or any other the movie was great
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Great film, lots of action!Review created: 20/03/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I decided to buy this item because i have watched it several times on sky and decided i was going to add it to my dvd collection! It compliments my new hifi with surround sound really well as you tend to become captured in the moment! I love the film as there is alot of action to rival the last samurai! Shame there isn't the directors cut version though but overall a great product, highly reckonmended!
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Absolutley amazing!Review created: 16/03/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This film does not fail to impress. Suberb acting and amazing fight scenes. You can watch the film in english aswell but the only snag is that when you watch the film in chinese and have english subtitles, the subs are different to what the actors speak in english. But that doesn't really bother me. The fight scene toward the end is one of the best I have ever seen. This is a truly spectacular film. A must have for fast paced action lovers!
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For the kung-fu lovers1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
It's a great film, with a lot of action and kung-fu, but also giving a piece of mind, almost meditative... I would say - a piece of real art.
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Crouching Tiger Hidden DragonReview created: 05/03/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This is an excellant exsample of the beautiful art of martial arts. As a orange belt holder I appreciate the skill and the years of practice that are needed to produce the stunning fight sequences. I don't hold with the flighing parts to much, but a bit of cinema fantasy doesn't harm. Not to everyones taste, but a charming film.
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Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon is a film that I have been trying to find in car boot sales when all I had to do was look on ebay but I am a bargin hunter!!!!
The dvd I have recieved is of top quailty and it was also a really smooth transaction this seller is a credit to ebay.
The dvd I have recieved is of top quailty and it was also a really smooth transaction this seller is a credit to ebay.
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CROUCHING TIGER HIDDEN DRAGONReview created: 01/02/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I HAVE SEEN THIS FILM MANY TIMES AND LOVE IT, SO I DECIDED TO BUY IT FOR MYSELF, THIS FILM WILL KEEP YOU WATCHING AND WATCHING IT
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MagicalReview created: 04/12/07
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I was expecting something like Bruce Lee or Jackie Chan but this is gentler with more developed characters. The colour balance was softer and more relaxing so that the action when it comes is all the more unexpected and fierce. Wire work is now fairly common and it fits the ethos of the film. The subtitles are readable and in no way obtrusive as they complement the action.
This is a real story brilliantly told with great action scenes rather than a no brainer shootemup (which have their own appeal).
This is a real story brilliantly told with great action scenes rather than a no brainer shootemup (which have their own appeal).
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Amazing!Review created: 07/10/07
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
i dont own it yet, but if you like martial arts film this is a must see. it's incrediable and beautifully filmed, the plot is a bit hard to follow at the beginning but it is a good story too.
i love this film, you must see it even if you dont like these films.
i love this film, you must see it even if you dont like these films.
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Crouching Tiger, Hidden DragonReview created: 01/10/07
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I wonder If I was watching the same film, a very intense and moving story line of love, mirrored between the two couples, intrigue, with Jade Fox and the murder of 'the Master', seduction of the young heroine by the vengeful matriarch, Honour, and this is the juxtaposition of the two couples, the male hero of one and the female heroine of the other couple die for their beliefs, the unrequited love and the bound by tradition of both couples prevents a devoted and lasting relationship.
The photography, excellent, the acting, remembering the characters are Chinese and the protocol and formality present at that time.
A memorable film and a must for any serious collector.
The photography, excellent, the acting, remembering the characters are Chinese and the protocol and formality present at that time.
A memorable film and a must for any serious collector.
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Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon (DVD 2001)Review created: 24/09/07
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Set in the 19th century China, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon follows two martial arts masters LI Mu Bai (Chow Yun Fat) and Yu Shu Lien (Michelle Yeoh) as they battle against evil forces to regain the stolen Green Destiny sword and defeat long-time foe Jade Fox.
To succeed they must overcome an unknown warrior, the supremely skilled Jen (Zhang Ziyi), who is fighting against an arranged marriage.
In the process Li is torn between his deep and long-denied feelings for Shu, and his wish to tame and teach Jen.
Winner of over 40 awards, including Oscars for Best Foreign Language Film, Music, Cinematography and Art Direction and four BAFTA's including Best Director, this critically acclaimed masterpiece is, according to the Evening Standard "A movie every man, woman and child on the face of the planet should see".
For every martial arts collector (and even if your not) a must have edition to your DVD collection.
To succeed they must overcome an unknown warrior, the supremely skilled Jen (Zhang Ziyi), who is fighting against an arranged marriage.
In the process Li is torn between his deep and long-denied feelings for Shu, and his wish to tame and teach Jen.
Winner of over 40 awards, including Oscars for Best Foreign Language Film, Music, Cinematography and Art Direction and four BAFTA's including Best Director, this critically acclaimed masterpiece is, according to the Evening Standard "A movie every man, woman and child on the face of the planet should see".
For every martial arts collector (and even if your not) a must have edition to your DVD collection.
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AwesomeReview created: 08/09/07
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
this film is quality. everything about it is brilliant. definately is worth a watch, highly recommmended!!
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Amazing martial arts, romance and intrigue2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Li Mu Bai (Yun-Fat Chow) is retiring from his life as a Fighting Master; he now seeks peace and a new start in life with Yu Shu Lien (Michelle Yeoh), the woman he loves but has vowed to keep distance from.
Matters are complicated with the theft of a great sword, the Green Destiny.
Lien's investigation quickly centers on a rich girl named Jen (Zihi Zhang), who hides her fighting skills under embroidered gowns but is ultimately as much about rebellion as Lien is about conformity.
When the two women square off, sparks will fly. Yet Jen has goodness in her. Can Bai and Lien save her from becoming "a poison dragon" in the service of her murderous master, the Jade Fox?
This film is an adaptation of the fourth novel in a pentalogy, or five-novel cycle, known in China as the Crane/Iron Pentalogy and written by noted wuxia (kung-fu) novelist Du Lu Wang.
The novels are "Crane Frightens Kunlun", "Precious Sword, Golden Hairpin", "Sword's Force, Pearl's Shine", "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", and "Iron Knight, Silver Vase". Much of the story is not about Li Mu Bai and Yu Shu Lien; they are in fact secondary characters who only become important later in the series.
Matters are complicated with the theft of a great sword, the Green Destiny.
Lien's investigation quickly centers on a rich girl named Jen (Zihi Zhang), who hides her fighting skills under embroidered gowns but is ultimately as much about rebellion as Lien is about conformity.
When the two women square off, sparks will fly. Yet Jen has goodness in her. Can Bai and Lien save her from becoming "a poison dragon" in the service of her murderous master, the Jade Fox?
This film is an adaptation of the fourth novel in a pentalogy, or five-novel cycle, known in China as the Crane/Iron Pentalogy and written by noted wuxia (kung-fu) novelist Du Lu Wang.
The novels are "Crane Frightens Kunlun", "Precious Sword, Golden Hairpin", "Sword's Force, Pearl's Shine", "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", and "Iron Knight, Silver Vase". Much of the story is not about Li Mu Bai and Yu Shu Lien; they are in fact secondary characters who only become important later in the series.
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Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
As with most of these films from China I do enjoy the work that goes into making them watchable. The effects that were used enhanced the film although the movements are very tongue in cheek. However, I find that I like most well constructed films and this is one of them. The seller was extremely helpful.
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This is a beautiful, exciting, living work of art...2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
This is one of the best films I have ever seen, it became an all-time favourite after the first time I saw it, and seemed fresh again the second time. The scenery and costumes are breathtaking, it is romantic (there are two couples so two love stories are going on), and the two main protagonists have great chemistry and charisma.
As well as all the glamour and romance for women to enjoy, the fight scenes are spectacular and have the magic of near-flying thrown in, so it is also very entertaining for men who are fans of martial arts movies. If you buy the DVD of this movie, get some popcorn and a cool drink, sit back on the sofa and prepare to be transported to a world of sheer magic and escapism. It's a visual feast.
As well as all the glamour and romance for women to enjoy, the fight scenes are spectacular and have the magic of near-flying thrown in, so it is also very entertaining for men who are fans of martial arts movies. If you buy the DVD of this movie, get some popcorn and a cool drink, sit back on the sofa and prepare to be transported to a world of sheer magic and escapism. It's a visual feast.
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simply beautifulReview created: 04/04/07
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2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Even on the small screen, this is an astonishing movie. Most of the many, many Chinese historical / fantasy action movies are long on action, and short on plot — if there’s any discernible plot at all. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon proved that adding great writing to the usual elements could produce a movie that is not only likely the best in its genre with the likes of hero and house of flying daggers but a beautifully directed movie in its own right with fantastic scenery and wonderful fight scenes a feast for the eyes.simply beautiful!!
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brilliantReview created: 08/03/07
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1 of 3 people found this review helpful.
I liked this film very much becouse it is romantic and full of action
and the ere based in was very interesting.
and the ere based in was very interesting.
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Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon (DVD 2001)1 of 3 people found this review helpful.
I bought this film because I like the other recent films released, eg Memoirs of a Geisha, House of Flying Daggers etc. These two films were excellent and prompted me to buy this one, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon.
This was a good film but I didn't think it was as good as the other two.
This was a good film but I didn't think it was as good as the other two.
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