Radiating Bruce Lee film screening: THE GRANDMASTER [2013]

636 Jackson Street,San Francisco CA 94133

08 January, 2023

Description

This 2013 martial arts drama film is based on the life story of the Wing Chun grandmaster IP MAN, whose most famous student was BRUCE LEE. It is directed by Hong Kong legend Wong Kar-wai and stars Tony Chiu-Wai Leung and Zhang Ziyi. Kick off the new year with a FREE community event hosted by the Chinese Historical Society of America as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the epic film that features Wong's trademark romanticism packed with action and drama. Set in the turbulent 1930s-’50s, the film contemplates the role of martial arts amidst war. Joining the stellar cast is a who’s who of Hong Kong film greats, including action choreographer Yuen Woo-ping and longtime Wong Kar-wai collaborator William Chang taking on editor, production designer and co-costume designer duties. Register for this FREE screening today.