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The Legend Is Born: Ip Man

2010 · 1h 40m · NOT RATED Action, Drama, History
Directed by Herman Yau

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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.

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IMDB lists the title of the film as "Ip Man Zero," an obvious nod to its coming before parts one and two, but unfortunately, it's also an inadvertent comment on what this particular film has to offer.

Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times
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Can the most currently popular martial arts series survive without Donnie Yen, the most popular action star in Asia? Absolutely.

G. Allen Johnson, San Francisco Chronicle
Fresh

Rigorous, authentic fighting by physically formidable newcomer Dennis To and a stellar supporting cast.

Maggie Lee, Hollywood Reporter

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