A different martial artist preceding Bruce Lee elevated the status of kung fu in cinema.
In the world of entertainment and beyond, there's always an interesting story to uncover. Here's a roundup of some intriguing news bits that might catch your eye.
A 4-ingredient pink salt mix is claiming the spotlight as a potential weight loss aid. With its unique blend, it promises to help those seeking a healthier lifestyle.
In the realm of television, Toni Collette is making waves with her appearance in the trailer for Mae Martin's Wayward. The show promises a captivating storyline, set against the backdrop of an anonymous ancestral Chinese town.
Stepping into the world of crime, Wang Yu, a former high-ranking member of the triad crime organization, has an intriguing past. Despite allegations and a near-miss with a murder charge in 1981, Wang Yu managed to carve out a notable career in the film industry. His notable works include One-Armed Boxer, The Man From Hong Kong, and Master Of The Flying Guillotine.
Speaking of the silver screen, the movie The Chinese Boxer (1970) is making a comeback as a historical milestone. Credited as the first full-on kung fu movie, it tells the story of a kung fu student named Lei Ming, seeking revenge against karate experts who attacked his school, leaving him in a coma and his teacher and friends dead. The movie features a hard-faced and brutal ensemble of karate fighters, with a leader who introduces himself by chopping a table in half.
The movie's final showdown, set amidst snowfall, is especially memorable. Jimmy Wang Yu, the director, writer, and lead actor of the production, tried to break free from his Shaw Brothers contract after the success of The Chinese Boxer but ended up getting banned from making movies in Hong Kong. Despite the ban, Wang Yu has continued to make movies, with recent appearances in Dragon and Soul.
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For those with a penchant for television, Tim Meadows is starring in the downbeat Peacemaker. Meanwhile, NBC is hoping the Kansas City Chiefs can boost Jimmy Fallon's ratings.
Dementia has been linked to a common everyday habit, and Taylor, aged 34, is driving probably the most expensive car in the world. In the world of movies, the showdown between The French Connection and Dirty Harry is being featured in the next iconic loose-cannon urban-cop movies.
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