So for my first blog post I decided to review an old classic, Shaolin Soccer. The movie is a Hong Kong comedy that was originally released in 2001. It is about a former Shaolin monk who strongly believes in promoting the art of Shaolin Kung Fu. In the movie the monk meets a former legendary Hong Kong soccer star named Golden Leg who wants anything to coach his own team and beat his former rival. After seeing the monk’s ability to play soccer, Golden Leg offers his coaching to the monk who agrees. Throughout the movie they form a soccer team based on Shaolin Kung Fu and compete against Golden Leg’s old rival.
Not only does Shaolin Soccer bring Kung Fu to a beloved sport, but it also uses a lot of dramatization making the movie absolutely hilarious. In the beginning of the movie the monk randomly breaks out into song over the smallest things exaggerating them into something completely funny and random. This use of dialogue not only captures the audience but also makes the movie very unique and memorable. Every character has random moments throughout the movie that makes them unique and intriguing.
If you have not seen Shaolin Soccer I strongly recommend that you check it out on Netflix where it was recently allowed to be watched instantly. I guarantee you will laugh throughout the whole movie and want to watch it multiple times.
I really enjoyed this review, and have never heard of this movie. When was it made? I was also curious if you would be interested in writing a review for the Review? We have a new weekly article for streaming Netflix movies, just and idea. Let me know if you are interested.
ReplyDeleteWell you should definitely watch it. I believe it was released in 2001 and just recently has been allowed to watch instantly on Netflix. I am very interested in writing reviews over Netflix movies, that sounds great! Let me know the details for that.
DeleteNicely done, Fatima. I watched this movie shortly after it came out on DVD and thought it was pretty funny. I didn't realize Netflix was streaming it now. I might have to re-watch it tonight after I get back from the Burger Stand.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of this movie, but I'm really interested it now. I think I will find time to watch it on the Netflix.
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