Ip Man

Hong Kong director Wilson Yip gave a history lesson with this entertaining film which blends history and fantasy to mixed results. A fictional account on the life of Ip Man who was the first martial arts master to teach the Chinese martial art of Wing Chun, one of whose disciples was the legendary Bruce Lee. In the 1930's martial art schools floorished in the city of Foshon where people traveled to learn the various forms of martial art but their livelihood were cut short by the Japanese occupation. Yip aware of the historical aspect which was more dark and serious, opted for an entertaining and feel good version which will please its target audience who want to see action anyway. Donnie Yen stars as the Ip Man with a solid performance. 1001 Films' coverage of films on DVD.