"The Grandmaster" is the story of Ip Man (Tony Leung), a legendary Kung Fu master who would go on the train Bruce Lee as a youth. The Bruce Lee story is not the focus of this picture. Instead we are shown the early days of Ip Man's life and how he came to be.
Visually, this film is truly stunning. The use of slow-motion and beautiful art direction and cinematography contribute to the overall visual splendour of this action-packed martial arts spectacle. The way that the camera captures every intricate detail of the various battle sequences makes the viewer really appreciate the immaculate detail and hard-work that went into the choreography of the film. The fights are almost like a grand ballet in which the actors seem to dance together in a radiant display of martial art virtuosity.
If you want to see a film in the vein of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", "Hero" or "House of Flying Daggers" you will definitely find enjoyment in "The Grandmaster". It contains equal doses of action, romance, and great performances. The period detail from early 20th century China are also a highlight. This is truly an extremely entertaining film.
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