Li Hui Movies
One of Hong Kong's top screen comics, Stephen Chow, co-wrote, co-directed, and headlines this three-way blend of sports, action, and humor. Sing (Stephen Chow) is a modern-day Shaolin monk who has become a master of traditional fighting skills, and is renowned for his "leg of steel." However, these days there isn't much call for a Shaolin warrior, and Sing and his fellow monks earn their keep working menial jobs until a soccer coach gets the bright idea of translating Sing's talent for kicking to the soccer field. Sing becomes the lynchpin of a team playing in a tournament that could net them a $1 million purse, but even with Sing's footwork, beating the steroid-fueled champions will be no easy task. Shaolin Soccer also features Man Tat Ng and Vicki Zhao. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Stephen Chow, Zhao Wei, (more)
- 1988
Wang (Xie Yuan) is an uneducated and poor young man who becomes a genius in chess in this cerebral drama. He has been taught by a Taoist mentor with such skill that Wang is able to play nine opponents at the same time. Wang's prowess at chess makes him well known and sets up the ultimate match with the reigning champion know as "the Nail" (Li Hiu). ~ Dan Pavlides, All Movie Guide
