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Tai Chi Zero

2012·Movie
1h 40min·PG-13
IMDb6.0Metacritic524.0Rotten Tomatoes63%52%

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High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis6
  • Coming of Age5

Humor

Some slapstick and absurdist humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Absurdist Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

Kept in the background

  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

See the extraordinary life of founder of the Yang style Tai Chi.

In legendary Chen Village, everyone is a martial arts master, using their powerful Chen Style Tai Chi in all aspects of their lives. Lu Chan has arrived to train, but the villagers are forbidden to teach Chen Style to outsiders, and do their best to discourage him by challenging him to a series of fights. Everyone, from strong men to young children, defeats him using their Tai Chi moves. But when a man from the village's past returns with a frightening steampowered machine and plans to build a railroad through the village at any costs, the villagers realize they may have no choice but to put their faith in Lu Chan... who has a secret power of his own.
Steampunk Kung FuMartial ArtsAction ComedyHistorical FantasyEccentric CharactersComing of AgeSpectacular VisualsMixed-Media

Crew

Directed by:
Sammo Hung, Stephen Fung
Written by:
Zhang Jialu, Cheng Hsiao-Tse, Chen Kuofu
Produced by:
Daniel Wu, Stephen Fung, Wang Zhonglei
Composed by:
Traithep Wongpaiboon, Nopawat Likitwong, Katsunori Ishida

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Tai Chi Zero

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Where can I stream Tai Chi Zero legally?

PrimefuboTVThe RokuHooplaHi-YAHPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TV

Tai Chi Zero is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Hi-YAH, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Tai Chi Zero worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 63%, and Metacritic 52). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tai Chi Zero rated?

PG-13Violence

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Tai Chi Zero?

1 h 40 min

Tai Chi Zero runs 1 h 40 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Tai Chi Zero?

Critics58
Audiences51

Yes. Critics average 58 and audiences 51 out of 100, so both groups see Tai Chi Zero much the same way.

What language is Tai Chi Zero in?

ChineseEnglish

It was made in Chinese, with some English. Produced in China.

In how many countries can I watch Tai Chi Zero?

21ATAUBEBYCACHDEEEESFRJPLTLULV+7

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tai Chi Zero in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Tai Chi Zero use?

Little Miss BadassButt-MonkeyUriah GambitConcealment Equals CoverBirthmark of DestinySteampunkAlmighty JanitorFamous-Named ForeignerAnd Then What?Glowing Eyes of DoomTaking the BulletAnd Now He Must Marry Meand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Tai Chi Zero, including Little Miss Badass, Butt-Monkey, Uriah Gambit.