{"product_id":"rise-of-the-legend-a-k-a-huang-fei-hong-zhi-ying-xiong-you-meng-2014","title":"Rise of the Legend A.K.A. Wong Fei-hung • 黃飛鴻之英雄有夢 (2014)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRise of the Legend\u003c\/strong\u003e (2014), also released under its original Chinese title \u003cstrong\u003eHuang Fei Hong Zhi Ying Xiong You Meng\u003c\/strong\u003e (黃飛鴻之英雄有夢 \/ 黄飞鸿之英雄有梦), is a Chinese martial arts action drama directed by \u003cstrong\u003eRoy Chow Hin-yeung\u003c\/strong\u003e. Starring \u003cstrong\u003eEddie Peng\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSammo Hung\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWang Luodan\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eJing Boran\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMax Zhang (Zhang Jin)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eTony Leung Ka-fai\u003c\/strong\u003e, this stylish reimagining of the legendary folk hero Wong Fei-hung's early years combines breathtaking martial arts choreography, emotional storytelling, and spectacular production design. Featuring dynamic action directed by legendary choreographer \u003cstrong\u003eCorey Yuen\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRise of the Legend\u003c\/em\u003e stands among the finest modern Wong Fei-hung films. Available from \u003cstrong\u003eClassicKungFuMovies.com\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors seeking premium Wong Fei-hung adventures and hard-to-find martial arts classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY OVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the turbulent final years of the Qing Dynasty, a young Wong Fei-hung secretly infiltrates the ruthless Black Tiger Gang to avenge his father's murder and free innocent people living under its brutal rule. Risking his life to gain the trust of the gang's feared leader, Lei Gong, Wong carefully works his way through the organization's ranks while hiding his true identity and his ultimate mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs loyalties are tested and dangerous secrets come to light, Wong Fei-hung must choose between friendship, sacrifice, and justice. Every step brings him closer to a deadly confrontation that will determine the fate of the Black Tiger Gang and establish the heroic reputation that will make him one of China's greatest martial arts legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRise of the Legend\u003c\/strong\u003e features spectacular fight choreography by Corey Yuen, blending traditional Hung Gar-inspired kung fu, acrobatic action, fast-paced hand-to-hand combat, and breathtaking wire-assisted sequences. The climactic battles between Eddie Peng, Sammo Hung, and Max Zhang deliver some of the most exciting martial arts action found in modern Chinese cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors appreciate \u003cem\u003eRise of the Legend\u003c\/em\u003e for presenting a fresh origin story of Wong Fei-hung while honoring the legacy of one of martial arts cinema's greatest heroes. Eddie Peng delivers a powerful performance as the young folk hero, Sammo Hung commands the screen as the formidable Lei Gong, and Corey Yuen's inventive choreography combines traditional kung fu with modern filmmaking techniques. Lavish production design, emotional storytelling, and memorable performances have helped establish the film as one of the strongest modern Wong Fei-hung adaptations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 2014, \u003cstrong\u003eRise of the Legend\u003c\/strong\u003e introduced a new generation of audiences to the enduring story of Wong Fei-hung while continuing one of Hong Kong and Chinese cinema's most celebrated martial arts traditions. By reimagining the legendary hero's early years with modern production values and dynamic action, the film reinforced the lasting popularity of Wong Fei-hung stories in contemporary martial arts cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerified AKAs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRise of the Legend\u003c\/strong\u003e – International English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHuang Fei Hong Zhi Ying Xiong You Meng\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mandarin romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWong Fei Hung Ji Ying Hung Yau Mung\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cantonese romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e黃飛鴻之英雄有夢\u003c\/strong\u003e – Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e黄飞鸿之英雄有梦\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simplified Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roy Chow Hin-yeung\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAction Director:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corey Yuen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edko Films \/ Irresistible Films \/ Universal Pictures International \/ VFX Nova Digital Productions \/ BDI Films\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eddie Peng, Sammo Hung, Wang Luodan, Jing Boran, Max Zhang (Zhang Jin), Tony Leung Ka-fai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e DVD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 132 Minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e China \/ Hong Kong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2014\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarefully researched and prepared for collectors of classic martial arts cinema by ClassicKungFuMovies.com.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; background: #d4af37; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eComplete Your Wong Fei-hung Collection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild your collection \u003c\/strong\u003ewith more Wong Fei-hung adventures, Sammo Hung classics, and memorable martial arts favorites. 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