Tai Chi Master

I know it seems as though the reviews are very mixed. Many have said good about it, and many have said bad about it.

In my experience in watching Kung Fu, and practicing it, this is probably the best kung fu movie out there.

The theory and applications of the art of Tai Chi seem pretty solid.

There are not of movies that go into the essence of an art that this film does. Not only does the art seem to conquer all opponents, but it also seems to have a personal spiritual effect also.

The film seems to carry a lot of weight of the importance of the internal arts. While their old style seemed to conquer many bad guys, the new style seemed to conquer ten times as much.

Now, for those in confusion about what Tai Chi is compared to other older styles of Kung Fu, check out B.K. Frantzis book "The Power of Internal Martial Arts". This book is not a let down for those seeking information of the art.

I've practiced Tai Chi for about 6 months, and I seem to have a small understanding of it. But it is enough understand to say that this movie is good.

Thanks,
Calvin

I loved this movie.

The fight scenes are simply incredible. they constitute an art-form in itself, brilliantly choreographed, very fast and furious. Although one criticism would be when they stretch the bounds of reality (eg when he kicks some barrels and they all land neatly one on the top of another). The atmosphere in the film is great too, with the costumes and scenery giving you the feeling you are in some long lost exotic pre-medieval world.

The plot is not as bad as some here are making out. It is not too sophisticated, involving at its heart a simple tale of betrayal corruption ambition and revenge between two former friends. But you dont watch the film to be dazzled by intelligent dialogue and intricate plots and twists, they always are a bonus mind you, but in this film they would probably just use up fighting time. Michelle Yeoh shows once again that she can act fairly well as well as fight.

All in all this is an excellent film for fans of (slightly) over the top martial arts films. Jet li's second best in my opinion.

If you are looking for an all around good kung fu flick look no further. If you are looking for another Crouching Tiger look away. This is the typical story of betrayal and revenge. Nothing very deep and meaningful, although always fun to see the bad guy get whats comin' to him. Jet Li is fast and furious as usual and is met every step of the way by his soon to not be best friend Chin Siu Ho(Jing Wu master in Fist of Legend). Loaded with weapons fights and fist flyin' brawls, Twin Warriors will feed your violence needs. Adding to the action is Michelle Yeoh who is always ready to lay the smack down on any willing but unfortunate soul.

Superb fight choreography(Yuen Woo Ping), although a bit hard to swallow sometimes because of the high wire acts, keep each scene rolling up to the bloody end. This film does get a bit cheesy during some of the comedic breaks, but if you like chinese made kung fu movies you will be used to it. Some of it is actually funny. Another thing, for a movie that is also known as Tai Chi Master there is not much Tai Chi in it(until the end), but it is made up for with many great fights along the way.

As for the DVD itself, it is widescreen but not anamorphic and the sound is in Dolby Digital 5.1. Twin Warriors is a definite must own for your Jet Li collection and if you just like a good fight movie be sure to check this one out!

this movie is very good but like most of Jet Li's flicks the plot and continuity are strange. Worth owning if you are a die hard martial arts fan but, if you are selective, you might want to pass on it. And, Michelle's performance is nothing compared to what she did in Crouching Tiger.

=========ONE OF JET LI'S BEST, JUST LIKE FIST OF LEGEND========= THE FIGHTING, STORY, CHARACTERS, AND THE ACTING ARE VERY WELL DONE. THE FIGHT CHOREOGRAPHY IS FLAWLESS MAN WHAT ELSE CAN I SAY. THE STORY IS ABOUT TWO KIDS WHO GREW UP TOGETHER AND WERE LIKE BROTHERS. WHEN THEY GOT OLDER THEY BECAME ENEMIES.

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