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[ConfusingJazz]

God damn, I laughed my ass off at the movie. I enjoyed it immeansly. The action was very good, and at some points I was actually crying because I was laughing so hard. It really helps if you take two shots of tequila before you go out I suppose, but even at the end of the movie I was falling down laughing.

 

[temp]

The best part of the movie was when he stole the ice cream. I don't think there can be any argument against that.

 

[Zensetsu]

The best part of the movie was when he stole the ice cream. I don't think there can be any argument against that.

That, and the knife part. Also the barber guy is generally pretty funny.

 

[Aruarian Reflection]

Can any of you guys find the ending song that was sung by the mute girl (Shengyi Huang)? I can only find a crappy wma version that isn't even complete

 

[SteveMeister]

Wasn't as funny as Shaolin Soccer, but still great.

I dunno... I rewatched Shaolin Soccer right after getting back from Kung Fu Hustle and think quite the opposite. Shaolin Soccer is still a very funny movie, but Kung Fu Hustle is uproariously funny. I can't remember the last time I laughed that hard, especially at a movie.

 

[Pochacco]

The best part of the movie was when he stole the ice cream. I don't think there can be any argument against that.

Are you talking about that stupid "HAAA HAAAA HAAA" laugh he did on that street car? If so, then I agree! Hilarious. I also really liked Brother Sun's dancing bits at the beginning - he should've done that throughout the movie. And Chow using the knives in his shoulders as rear-view mirrors was brilliant.

Still, Shaolin Soccer (and other Chow movies) were much funnier than this.

 

[Mrbob]

I bought Shaolin Soccer last night and watched it. Pochacco now I know where your avatar comes from!

Anyway, Shaolin Soccer is decent. Not as good as Kung Fu Hustle. The pacing is much slower. I didn't think the jokes were nearly as funny. And there wasn't as much action. Maybe I need to see earlier Chow movies for some of these jokes to make sense. I also notice he likes to bring along his friends ala Kevin Smith in his movies. I noticed a lot of crossover!

Next up for me to find: God of Cookery

 

[SpeedingUptoStop]

Awesome film. I didn't think it was uproariously hilarious, but it was funny enough and the action was kick ass.

 

[levious]

Is there a region 1 release of this? If you find one, let me know.

Don't think so, and the region free release I have has horrible subtitles... someday I gotta find some fan-made subtitles to go along with it.

 

[TekunoRobby]

I liked Kung Fu Hustle, I had a great time with all the action scenes. Going to watch it again this Wednesday with the girlfriend once I get back from classes.

All this time I've had God of Cookery on the hdd and I haven't watched it, thanks for reminding me. Oh and it's softsub OGM goodness.

 

[Doc Savage]

Finally got to see this Sunday morning. What a terrific film, I wanted to pick up the Honk Kong DVD in china-town but I held off to see it on the big screen. The movie does not take itself seriously and is just a fun over the top sight to behold. This is right up there with Shaolin Soccer, God of Cookery and Fight Back to School. Stephen also did a James Bond spoof that was also very funny but I am not sure of the English name right now. The only down side is that the English subtitles os his earlier movies can get a little messy. These films need to be picked up and given a wider release on DVD with a better subtitle translation. Go run and see Kung-Fu Hustle people.

 

[Cosmic Bus]

Picked up the HK DVD since I didn't think it'd show up at the local theater (which it did, surprisingly). Decent movie, but it's not really my kind of humor, so I didn't find it terribly funny. I can't stand zany/wacky stuff usually, although it didn't grate on my nerves as much in this. I hated some of the more Looney Tunes-styled parts, though, like the landlady's "Road Runner" legs (Sing being chased by her was one of the worst scenes I've ever encountered anywhere) and Sing's snake-bitten lips.

The action scenes were pretty good, albeit more than a little reminiscent of Yuen Wo Ping's other recent stuff, which kind of lessened the punch they would've had otherwise. My enjoyment went up substantially during the last 20 minutes or so because the Beast was so damn cool.

 

[Hero]

Pretty funny, although some of the things were just kind of weird, mostly the snake-bitten lips, the looney tunes chase, etc.

I think the fight scenes were really cool, but as far as humor goes I enjoyed Shaolin Soccer more.

 

[BioFan]

WOHOOO
Kung Fu Hustle #5 in this week's chart....not bad...actually it's good...I'm gonna watch it again next week

 

[Son of Godzilla]

I was expecting it to be more West Side Story/line dancing with kung fu. Bit sad that it wasn't, but it was great anyways.

 

[Dsal]

Saw this over the weekend with my wife and a gaggle of friends. We all laughed our asses off. Some parts of weird questionable humor for sure, but the rest of it was uproarious. I especially loved the part where Chow's character was attempting to threaten the lined up residents and they all turned out to be ripped. "Well... obviously none of you can fight at all."

Someday, maybe, I'll be cool enough to double-jump off an eagle.

 

[ArcadeStickMonk]

Saw it today. Liked it a lot, thought it was funnier than Shaolin Soccer but not as good of a movie.

It seemed very uneven to me and there were some real random scenes (like the landlord race).

What I disliked the most was how the landlord and her husband basically became narrators towards the end, calling out every kung fu move just before it happened.



Oh! It's a butterfly metaphor! Because he's changing! Oh boy, I'm so glad you hit me over the head with that because I am a moron.

 

[Prospero]

Saw this last night. Too much CG, but otherwise a lot of fun.

The best part about seeing it with an audience was the scenes in which the violence went just a little too far

Spoiler

(the cat being sliced in half, e.g.)

, and the audience went from laughing its ass off to mumbling and being slightly disturbed. I usually have to go to David Lynch movies to get that experience.

 

[Zaptruder]

Saw this last night. Too much CG, but otherwise a lot of fun.

The best part about seeing it with an audience was the scenes in which the violence went just a little too far

Spoiler

(the cat being sliced in half, e.g.)

, and the audience went from laughing its ass off to mumbling and being slightly disturbed. I usually have to go to David Lynch movies to get that experience.

That's asian sensibilities for you. Less hypocritical than americans in areas relating to violence you might say.

 

[gblues]

Is "Ballroom Blitz" actually used in the movie, or is it only used in the promo commercials?

The greatness of Wayne's World gives any movie featuring "Ballroom Blitz" an automatic +1.

Nathan

 

[masud]

Great movie. The best part is when you first see the homeless guy.

 

[mas9055]

Yes! I loved this movie, and anyone who disagrees can meet me outside. True, it may have been a little stupid, but it was still action packed and hilarious.

 

[mas9055]

Is "Ballroom Blitz" actually used in the movie, or is it only used in the promo commercials?

The greatness of Wayne's World gives any movie featuring "Ballroom Blitz" an automatic +1.

Nathan

Just the promo, I believe. Would have fit the movie great though...

 

[mas9055]

BTW: This is definately the next pothead classic!

 

[Smiles and Cries]

guess I can go watch this

I loved Shaolin Soccer

 

[MIMIC]

I saw it and enjoyed it a lot. I must say that it's a bit overrated, though.

 

[TJ Bennett]

Just got back from the theater and I must say Kung Fu Hustle is well deserving of all the praise it's been getting. I laughed my ass off so many times, in particular during the knife throwing scene. This is the first Chow film I've seen and I must say I'm an instant fan of his work. Besides being fucking hilarious, the directing was quite well done and I think his talent is more than obvious. To those who whine about too much CGI I think you have to take into consideration that Kung Fu Hustle is basically a live action cartoon where anything goes. Normally I wouldn't dig such over the top CGI but in the context of this film it works brilliantly. I can't wait for the DVD and let's hope they release a good Region 1 version of Kung Fu Hustle.

 

[COCKLES]

Best scene...where the cat gets slow-mo diced. :lol

Great shot.

 

[Smiles and Cries]

just got back from seeing it

It rocked! I'm glad I saw it a few weeks after renting Shoalin Soccer



Who does the CGI for his films? Is China really good at CGI now?

 

[Mrbob]

I'm going to go see this movie again Sunday! Last time I've seen a movie twice in the theater? I don't remember! :lol

Everyone needs to join the Hustle!! What a great movie!!!

 

[ToyMachine228]

Went and saw Kung Fu Hustle...It's definitely better than the last movie I saw, Amnity Ville Horror. I expected it to be funnier, but the kung fu was actually cool, so I didn't mind. Worth the $8 to see it.

 

[Dilbert]

Just saw it tonight, and REALLY enjoyed it. If it ever comes out in the U.S., I'll be buying a copy.

 

[Jak140]

Holy fucking shit. Best movie ever--first time I've I grinned the whole way through a film and left deliriously happy. Hell, I left the theater three hours ago and I think I'm still riding the high it sent me to. It was over-the-top for sure, but that's why it's so freaking brilliant. Pure unadulterated awesomeness.