Dragons of the Orient (1988)

6.0/10 • 82 min • Documentary

Overview

For martial arts enthusiasts and fans of Jet Li, Yang Ching, and Wang Chun, this historical filmography about the origins of Chinese martial arts, the legendary Shaolin Monastery, and modern kung fu will prove to be an irresistible treat. The documentary is told through two fictional characters, Instructor Wang and Hong Kong sports reporter Ms. Chin Chin, who chance to meet in a park. Ms. Chin Chin is writing a story about the history of martial arts and so Instructor Wang offers to help. Together they visit the Shaolin Monastery and view a weapons demonstration by the monks.

Cast

Wang Qun

Yeung Ching-Ching

Jet Li

Louis Fan Siu-Wong

Self - Various Wushu Demonstrations

Wang Jianjun

Self - Staff and Chain Whip Demonstrator

Yu Hai

Self - Mantis Style Demonstrator

Hu Jian-Qiang

Self - Monkey Staff Demonstrator

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