O.A.R. - Hold on True

Synopsis: (From IMDB.com) In Shanghai, China in the 1940s, a wannabe gangster aspires to join the notorious "Axe Gang" while residents of a housing complex exhibit extraordinary powers in defending their turf.


Review: A very short synopsis from the IMDB, that doesn't explain the depth of the movie. If you've never seen a Stephen Chow movie (Shaolin Soccer, God of Cookery, From Beijing with Love to name a few), this is where you should start. He has a way of combining action and serious stories with comedy that ranges from goofy to distinctly Chinese. This movie is the best balance so far of action and comedy. There are parts of the movie that are absolutely hilarious, while other parts almost made me cry...yeesh.

The DVD transfer is excellent. The video is crisp and detailed, with the special effects really coming through. Sound is equally as stunning throughout the film. There are several bonuses, including a very interesting 40 minute featurette on the making of the movie hosted by two of the supporting actors in the film.

This is one of the top three movies I've seen this year, sitting alongside Batman Begins and a movie that I'll be doing a 1 minute review of shortly. If you're at all into martial arts movies, this is a must.

Rating: Buy

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1 Comments:

 Anonymous said (8/26/2005 1:39 PM),  

I watched Kung Fu Hustle 2x in the theater! I loved it. I need to get it on DVD soon.

LQ