Kung Fu movies have been something movie fans have enjoyed for years and years. Whether you love the martial arts films of Chuck Norris, Steven Seagal, Jet Li, Jackie Chan or the OG Bruce Lee, one thing is for sure martial arts films bring a lot of action to the table.
One of those Chinese martial arts films that was imported to the states 1970s The Chinese Boxer known under the name "The Hammer of the God". Now the good folks at 88 Films have released this cult classic on special collector's edition Blu-ray. A release no martial art film collection is complete without.
Lei Ming (Wang Yu) is works at the local rock quarry and studies at a Kung Fu Club. A group of ruthless Japanese thugs roll in and murder Ming’s friends and Master. This vicious and heinous attack leads Ming to vow for vengeance Lei Ming will not stop till every one of these gangsters are dead.
The film is a fast-paced action film, that give the audience little time to breathe. When you watch this film you can really see how this film inspired the Bruce Lee classic Fist of Fury and Quinton Tarantino's Kill Bill.
It is good to note that this is not a PG Kung Fu movie. It is a bit rough and tough. There is bit of vicious scenes of revenge with some blood. There is also a tough rape scene, but it could easily be skipped if the viewer has such a desire.
This film has been restored and transferred in 1080p with a 2.35:1 Aspect Ratio. There is also options for 2.0 DTS-HD MA English Soundtrack or original Mandarin Soundtrack with newly translated English Subtitles. This restoration looks amazing. The picture quality is out of this world.
A beautifully restored copy of this films is not all that is in this Collector's Edition of The Chinese Boxer. Take a look at what else is included on this Blu-ray release.
* Audio Commentary by Critic and Author Samm Deighan
* Interview with Wong Ching
* Open Hand Combat - David West on The Chinese Boxer
* US 'Hammer of God' TV Spot
As you can see this Blu-ray disc has some cool features. But the packaging is pretty awesome as well. There is a really nice slipcover (seen above) There is also reversible art work for the Blu-ray insert. A booklet with movie stills and an essay by Andrew Graves entitled "Hong Kong's Famous Fight Life: Why Jimmy Wang Yu's The Chinese Boxer (1970) remains a crucial step forward in the world of martial arts cinema". And finally there is a two sided poster suitable for framing.
If you are a fan of Kung Fu movies I think The Chinese Boxer from 88 Films on Blu-ray is going to be one film you are going to want to add to your collection. You can head over to Amazon.com and order your copy today.
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