Ip Man

Donnie Yen is one of Asia's most well-known action stars. With his portrayal of Ip Man, a taciturn and humble martial arts artist who must fight for the respect of this relic and his guru's legacy, his unfettered popularity reached new heights.

When it was released, the movie became an instant classic, garnering numerous prizes. The audience voted it the finest film of the year, heaping praise on the star and the emotional story. The quick-cut fighting scenes were masterfully shot and done, with little indication that the performers were all actors. Because of the conviction with which Yen performed his role, he was welcomed back to his community as the Ip Man, and many people challenged him to fight in the ring.

Detailed information:

Directed by: Wilson Yip

Starring: Donnie Yen, Simon Yam, Lynn Hung

Release date: 18 December 2008

Running time: 108 minutes