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The Kung Fu Scholar
1994·Movie
The Kung Fu Scholar fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline7
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Coming of Age5
- Wonder5
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy
- Physical Comedy8
- Situational Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighFast-paced and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
The Kung Fu Scholar is fast-paced, thrilling, and violent.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and situational comedy
Expect plenty of slapstick and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Kung Fu Scholar is a comedy action starring Dicky Cheung. He wants to learn kung-fu, but his mother wants him to go to school. After losing a game with his mother, he's forced to attend school. Liu Sin-Hoi (Aaron Kwok) also attends the same school. The school's headmaster (Mau Tat) has a niece Ching Ching (Chow Wai Man) who's also been dropped off at the school by her parents. School has many regulations: One being you cannot court a woman. But guess what, it's love at first sight for Man Chui (Dicky Cheung) when he sees Ching Ching. There's a band of henchmen after prince eight, and Man Chui and Sin-Hoi gets entangled in their affairs.
Kung Fu ComedyHistorical School SettingFast-Paced ActionSlapstick HumorRomantic EntanglementsYouthful EnergyWacky CharactersMartial Arts
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Is The Kung Fu Scholar worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Kung Fu Scholar rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Kung Fu Scholar?
1 h 34 min
The Kung Fu Scholar runs 1 h 34 min.
Was The Kung Fu Scholar a box office hit?
Budget$5 million
Box office$5 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 1.0 times its budget.
What language is The Kung Fu Scholar in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.