Shaolin Soccer

The action comedy SHAOLIN SOCCER has become the all-time most successful Hong Kong production ever--in part due to its eye-popping action, crazy special effects and wicked humor. The film has shattered box office figures throughout Asia and has won many awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor and Best Visual Effects at the Hong Kong Film Awards.
Stephen Chow, who has appeared in over 50 films, is arguably, the most famous and loved comedian in Asia today. Often referred to as the "Jim Carrey of the East," Chow has made 5 of the top 10 highest grossing films in Hong Kong, with SHAOLIN SOCCER being #1. Chow is most known for his clever parodies and has used his razor-sharp wit to spoof James Bond ("From Beijing with Love"), Chow Yun Fat ("All for the Winner"), Bruce Lee ("Fist of Fury '91"), and even himself ("Forbidden City Cop"). This multi-talented comedian produced, directed, wrote, and edited SHAOLIN SOCCER as well as acted in the lead role, performing his own stunts.
Shaolin was an art practiced through the ages; a skill mastered in the heart. In SHAOLIN SOCCER, it is so much more than a philosophy for six young believers. It is a complete way of life. But as the world changed around them, and Honor and Discipline become forgotten virtues, they lose their way --except for one loyal follower, Sing (Chow). With the help of a former soccer star, he reunites his old, out of shape, misfit friends, and recruits a young woman with extraordinary Kung Fu skills. Together, they're out to combine the ancient power of Shaolin with the modern game of soccer and in the process, just might take the world's most popular sport to its most extreme. "One of the silliest, sweetest and most fun family films in recent memory." -- Elizabeth Weitzman, NEW YORK DAILY NEWS
  "An infectious knockabout kung fu comedy with amusing special effects combined with breathtaking stunts." -- Kevin Thomas, LOS ANGELES TIMES
  "The movie has something for any Hong Kong cinephile." -- Andrew Sun, HOLLYWOOD REPORTER
  "A lunatic whirl of a film that will leave audiences as giddy and punch drunk as the Shaolin team's opponents." -- Lisa Rose, NEWARK STAR-LEDGER
  "SHAOLIN SOCCER's infectious style has a way of lifting spirits." -- Claudia Puig, USA TODAY
  "Crammed with wild action, obvious but well-mounted gags, and playful effects, the film is refreshingly silly." -- Ed Park, VILLAGE VOICE
  "This kung-fu comedy is so unabashed in its cheesiness that it could be spread on crackers; it may spike your cholesterol levels." -- Elvis Mitchell, NEW YORK TIMES