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Drunken Master (1978): Movie Review from the Ray Taylor Show

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Step into the vibrant world of "Drunken Master" (Chinese: 醉拳; lit. 'drunken fist'), a timeless 1978 Hong Kong martial arts comedy directed by Yuen Woo-ping. In this episode of Ray Taylor's movie review podcast, join us as we journey back to the origins of martial arts cinema, exploring the hilarious and action-packed adventure that stars the legendary Jackie Chan, along with Yuen Siu-tien and Hwang Jang-lee. Discover the captivating story of Wong Fei-hung's transformation from a mischievous youth to a skilled martial artist under the guidance of Beggar So, also known as the Drunken Master. We delve into the film's iconic fight scenes, its comedic brilliance, and its lasting impact on the martial arts genre.