Dragons of the Orient
6.1
For martial arts enthusiasts and fans of Jet Li, Yang Ching, and Wang Chun, this historical filmography about the origins of Chinese martial arts, the legendary Shaolin Monastery, and modern kung fu will prove to be an irresistible treat. The documentary is told through two fictional characters, Instructor Wang and Hong Kong sports reporter Ms. Chin Chin, who chance to meet in a park. Ms. Chin Chin is writing a story about the history of martial arts and so Instructor Wang offers to help. Together they visit the Shaolin Monastery and view a weapons demonstration by the monks.
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Cast
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Wang Qun
Self
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Yeung Ching-Ching
Self
Known for
Return to the 36th Chamber
Clan of the White Lotus
Jet Li
Self
Known for
The Expendables
Hero
Louis Fan Siu-wong
Self - Various Wushu Demonstrations
Known for
Ip Man
Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky
Lu Yan
Self - Staff Demonstrator - Part of 1974 Tour
Wang Jianjun
Self - Staff and Chain Whip Demonstrator
Also in
Love Generation
Kung Fu Fighter
Yu Hai
Self - Mantis Style Demonstrator
Known for
Man of Tai Chi
Shaolin Temple
Hu Jian-Qiang
Self - Monkey Staff Demonstrator
Known for
Martial Arts of Shaolin
Chui A-Fai
Self - Part of 1974 Beijing Wushu Team Tour
Known for
Wing Chun
Law Chi Director
United States release January 1, 1989 · Produced in Hong Kong SAR China · Production Central News Documatary Film Studio
Production
Shin Shin Film Enterprise (H.K.) Corporation
Production
Central News Documatary Film Studio
Production
Hong Kong SAR China
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Original title
東方巨龍
Original language
Cantonese
Release dates
Hong Kong SAR China · January 1, 1988
Premiere
United States · January 1, 1989
Physical · Tai Seng VHS
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