Among the multiple subgenres within the action space, kung-fu (or༒ martial arts) has proved to be one of the mღost popular. With thrilling, fast-paced fight sequences involving fists, swords, and other weapons, it's no wonder that kung-fu movies have remained relevant until today.

Thanks 🅠to the iconic works of kung-fu legends such as Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan, kung-fu has made its mark in the entertainment world. Although most kung-fu films were either Chinese or Hong Kong productions, Western and Southeast Asian entertainment have also made notable contributions.

10 �ౠ� Kill Bill: Volume 1

2003

One of Quentin Taraꦡntino's best works, Kill Bill: Volume 1 has become an iconic staple in filmmaking history. The movie incorporates both anime and martial arts elements, with intriguing characters like the Bride, Gogo Yubari, and O-Ren Ishii and sleek combat sequences and swor📖dwork throughout.

The movie's story follows the Bride, a former assassin whose attempt to live a normal life is foiled by the group she used to be a part of. After waking up from a coma and discovering she's no longer pregnan🅘t, she sets out to kill her former colleagues in this classic, ✨yet uniquely executed tale of revenge.

9 ♉ House Of Flying Daggers ♕

2004

A film set during the latter end of the Tang dynasty, 2004's House of the Flying Daggers blends 168澳洲幸运5开奖网:drama and romance with masterful martial arts sequences. T༒he film is a visual masterpiece, with gorgeous setting💞s and costumes, as well as excellent characterisations and a narrative that grips you instantly.

House of the Flying Daggers is a tragic love story, with the film's title referencing a rebel faction intent on taking doꩲwn the corrupt Tang dynasty. Mei is a member of the aforementioned group, falling in love with undercover police officer Jin, to the dismay of her fiancée Leo (who's a police officer secretly working for the rebels). What follows is a deadly love triangle between the trio, while the Tang's forces close in.

8 The Raid

2011

We travelled all the way to Indonesia for this entry, with their blockbuster martial arts hit The Raid. Although the format slightly echoes 2012's Judge Dredd, the movie stands out 🎶due to its impeccable camerawork and its realistic, gory depiction of🌱 intense close-quarters combat.

The film mainly takes place in a single apartment block ruled by a crime lord, which our protagonist Rama and his police squad infiltrate to take him down. The apartment block is filled with henchmen, and Rama struggles to survive as he sweeps the building floor by floor. The Raid is a top contender if you want to sink your teeth into an internationalꦆ kung fu flick.

7 🦋 Police Story

1985

One of martial arts legend Jackie Chan's most memorable films, 1985's Police Stor🔯y was the beginning of a successful movie series. Police Story blew everyone out of the water with its extensive, action-packed set pieces and fantastic performances, with Chan showcasing his martial arts skills through the iconic stunts in the film.

Set in Hong K🍎ong, Police Story tells the tale of Sergeant Kan-Kui, who goes through all sorts of difficulties 💮trying to arrest crime lord Chu Tao. Kan-Kui goes from being a lauded police officer to being framed for murder and does everything in his power to clear his name while delivering Chu Tao to justice.

6 𝕴 𓆏 Fist Of Legend

1994

Headlined by yet another legend in kung-fu films, 1994's Fist of Legend is a successful remake of Bruce Leeꦇ's Fist of Fury, doing justice to its predecessor.𝓀 The movie had several callbacks in its fights to what was done in the original, with a compelling plot and a dynamic cast of characters.

However, what is truly the highlight of this film is its epic fight scenes and its amazing choreography, which sticks to realism as closely as possible. As such, it's not so surprising that this film is so influential, becoming the inspiration for the fight sequences in the 1999 168澳洲幸运5开奖网:sci-fi blockbuster The Matrix.

5 Once Uponജ A Time In China

1991

Kung-fu movie star Jet Li has no shortage of iconic martial arts films, and 1991's Once Upon a Time in China is one of them. Although the plot feels bogged down at times, the movie shines through its well-choreographed action scenes and to♛p-notch performances from its star-studded cast.

Once Upon a Time in China is a biographical film that follows Wong Fei Hung, a national hero who was a martial arts legend and physician. Set during the declining era of the Qing dynasty, China is beset by rising instability and invading armies from the West. Wong battles no꧟t only foreign threats but threats from his very own countrymen.

4 Kung Fu Hu🍰stle

2004

One of the most iconic kung-fu comedy films of all time, Kung Fu Hustle balances its 168澳洲幸运5开奖网:comedic elements and special effects with me🎀morable martial arts sequences. The film features a well-written plot, entಞertaining action scenes, and memorable characters like The Landlady.

The story focuses on small-time criminal Sing, who desires to join the ma💫licious Axe Gang. However, Sing's antics land him in trouble with the Axe Gang, and he eventually has a change of heart after setting the Beast free to run rampant in Pigsty Alley. Sing's character development is also a highlight of this movie, seeing him reform into a renowned martial artist and respectable shop owner.

3 🦂 🌃 The Way Of The Dragon

1972

The last movie of Bruce Lee's that was released when he wa🌌s alive, The Way of the Dragon was — and still is — an instant classic that's stood the test of time. Fusing kung-fu with comedy tropes, The Way of the Dragon established a lasting legacy with its well-acted characters and the legendary final fight betwe🌸en Chuck Norris and Bruce Lee.

The story centres on Tang Lung, a skilled kung-fu master summoned to Rome to help prot🎃ect a restau🧔rant from a deadly crime gang. Tang repeatedly defeats the crime boss' henchmen, until he's lured from the restaurant to face the martial artists sent his way. Ultimately, The Way of the Dragon helped inspire and influence future kung-fu films, setting up a high standard for everyone else to follow.

2 Ip Man

2008

The movie that jumpstarted a string of top-notch ma﷽rtial arts films, Ip Man is certainly one of the best kung-fu movies ever made. The story follows the Wing Chun grandmaster Ip Man, who eventually trained Bruce Lee in his martial art.

Considered a renowned martial artist by the locals, Ip Man showcases his skill by battling the Japanese army officers after their continued injustice and cruelty 🀅towards citizens. Donnie Yen gave an incredible performancꦿe as Ip Man and the film captured audiences with its fantastic depiction of the fast, fluid, and hard-hitting style of Wing Chun.

1 Crouching Tiger, Hidden﷽ Dragon

2000

A movie that's won more awards and nominations tha𓆉n you can count, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon has made a lasting impact on the kung-fu sub-genre. Lauded for its bewitching action sequences, the film also has a s🅺tar-studded cast that gave their all for their performances, with Zhang Ziyi and Michelle Yeoh displaying their kung-fu talents.

The story has themes of desire, freedom, lost love, ambition, and the cost of obtaining it. A naturally talented fighter, Jen Yu is a member of high society who falls in l♉ove with a bandit. She proceeds to steal the legendary sword, the Green Destiny, causing martial arts legends Mu Bai and Shu Lien to chase her to retrieve the sword.