Shanghai Knights (2003)

Not even bad in a good way

If you like to be scared, if you like to laugh, and if you like to learn a thing or two at the movies, this absolutely cannot be missed.

It is an exhilarating, distressing, funny and profound film, with one of the more memorable film scores in years,

The film never slows down or bores, plunging from one harrowing sequence to the next.

Shanghai Knights is a film directed by David Dobkin. I had seen Shanghai Noon some months ago and was entertained by it. Due to some reasons, I couldn't see the 2nd part. But after seeing it yesterday night, I was overjoyed.Plot: Chon Wang and Roy go to London to seek vengeance for murdering Chon's father. Story and direction: These are the kind of films that I love. For the full 114 minutes, I was highly entertained by this film. Not a single moment felt dull. The comedy for me was spot on. The writers have so correctly written the story that it cashes on the star-power of our protagonists correctly Also the fight scenes were so nicely choreographed. It is always a treat to watch Jackie Chan fight. A big salute from my side to his stunt team for making me believe that good and realistic stunts are possible in cinema. The stunts also feel done in one-shot which I is a big thanks to the editing team. The sets and costumes were awesome and life-like. Also some popular references to pop-culture were appreciated. About some flaws with the film, I would say that if you are considering as something will be great about the film story-wise, don't. There is nothing much to the story. Also I did feel that there were some historical inaccuracies, that angered me a lot. Performances: Jackie Chan will always have a special place in my heart. In this film too, he shows that not only he is dedicated to his stunts but also delivers a good performance. Owen Wilson also performs good as a "side-kick". Fann Wong was a good addition to the cast. Donnie Yen and Aidan Gillen proved to be quite good villains. Tom Fisher too provided some great support.Favorite Scene: It is always a treat for me to watch Jackie Chan fight. So, for me the favorite scene of the film would be the London Market fight scene. The scene is choreographed so nicely. The comedy also was spot on and Jackie Chan makes the stunts feel so easy.Verdict: I had a great time watching this film. My tie was very nicely utilized. This film is highly recommended for those who want to have a fun time and also are ardent action lovers and Jackie Chan fans.I am going with an 8/10.

Shanghai Knights boasts an adequate story, interesting characters -loved the Scotland Yard inspector-, good acting -especially from the villains-, some funny moments, solid action scenes, cute movie and historical references, and strong production. So you can watch it confidently, knowing you're not going to get a horrid piece of junk.That's the positive side. On the negative side, the movie is thoroughly unremarkable. I only watched it last night and I'm racking my brain trying to remember something memorable about it. After a while, I can only come up with two things. The name of the Jackie Chan character cracked me up: Chon Wang -pronounced "John Wayne". The same as in the first part, of course, but I haven't watched that since it came out.The other thing that cracked me up ***minor spoiler start*** is that Roy blew all their money from part I by investing in zeppelins instead of cars. I thought that was pretty clever. But then there's the head-scratching moment when Roy confesses he lied, he actually lost the money publishing his book... a book that so happens to be a hit all over the country and is even well-known in England. Huh? I guess the script called for a "confession moment" and there was nothing else he could confess to right then ***minor spoiler end***.How does this movie compare to Shanghai Noon? Can't tell, I don't remember. As for Rush Hour (not to mention early Jackie Chan films), I found the latter to be funnier, more original and an altogether better film. But Shanghai Knights is still OK, if you're tired of rewatching old Jackie films.

Shanghai Knights is a sequel that is just as good as the original. I'm glad they made another movie featuring Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson together. They had just as good chemistry as they did in the original. Even thought this took place in London, I still loved it.Chon Wang, now a sheriff, finds out that this father was murdered. He goes to England with his faithful sidekick to avenge the death of his father.The acting here is very good. Owen Wilson was really funny and Jackie Chan has some good attempts at humor. Jackie Chan still can kick major butt though.Overall, I had a good time watching this film. Too bad they are not making a third film. I rate this film 9/10.

Shanghai Noon was a good fun twist on the western theme mixing both the traditions and martial arts, and this sequel is just as fun. Basically Chinese rebels murder the Father (Kim S. Chan) of Chon Lin (Fann Wong), sister of course of Chon Wang (Jackie Chan), and when he hears, he, along with his partner Roy O'Bannon (Owen Wilson) are determined to find those responsible. They end up in London, England looking for the villains, soon to be helped out and annoyed a little by young street Charlie Chaplin (Aaron Johnson) and Insp. Artie Doyle (Thomas 'Tom' Fisher), oh, and Lin too. As the story unfolds, they find out about a plot to take the crown from Queen Victoria (Gemma Jones) by royalty member Lord Nelson Rathbone (Aidan Gillen). So it is not a mission to stop him in his dastardly plot by getting back the precious Imperial Seal, but also avenge Chon's father. With just as many good giggles, fight scenes (including one spoofing Singin' in the Rain), and Chan and Wilson still good making a good buddy duo, it is a likable sequel. Worth watching!