The Legend Is Born: Ip Man (2010) movie poster

The Legend Is Born: Ip Man (2010)

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ThumbScore
👍 88%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 61% (RT: 61%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaActionHistory

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Director
Herman Yau
Runtime
1h 40m
Country
Hong Kong
Language
Chinese
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (709 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
61%
Cast
Crystal Huang Yi as Cheung Wing-shing
Yuen Biao as Ng Chung-so
Louis Fan Siu-Wong as Ip Tin-chi
Rose Chan Ka-Wun as Li Mei-wai
Ip Chun as Leung Bik
Sammo Hung Kam-Bo as Chan Wah-Shun
Bernice Liu Bik-Yee as Kitano Yumi
Yes. 88% of real audiences liked it based on 709 votes. Critics scored it lower at 61%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
The remarkable true story of the early life of Ip Man, the formidable kung fu genius who would become Bruce Lee's mentor; beginning at the start of his journey from his initial training through to the ultimate battle to become supreme master of the art of Wing Chun. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of The Legend Is Born: Ip Man was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

The Legend Is Born: Ip Man is a 2010 drama, action, history film directed by Herman Yau. The remarkable true story of the early life of Ip Man, the formidable kung fu genius who would become Bruce Lee's mentor; beginning at the start of his journey from his initial training through to the ultimate battle to become supreme master of the art of Wing Chun. The film has been rated by 709 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, The Legend Is Born: Ip Man delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Legend Is Born: Ip Man (2010) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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