The Grandmaster
In Martial Arts there is no right or wrong, only the last man standing.
Release Date: 2013-01-10
Runtime: 130 mins
Ip Man's peaceful life in Foshan changes after Gong Yutian seeks an heir for his family in Southern China. Ip Man then meets Gong Er who challenges him for the sake of regaining her family's honor. After the Second Sino-Japanese War, Ip Man moves to Hong Kong and struggles to provide for his family. In the mean time, Gong Er chooses the path of vengeance after her father was killed by Ma San.
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Details
Runtime
130 minutes
Release Date
2013-01-10
Budget
$38,600,000
Box Office Earnings
$64,076,736
Production Companies
Jet Tone Films, Sil-Metropole Organisation, Annapurna Pictures, Block 2 Pictures,
Behind the Scenes
Cast and Crew Members
Cast
Crew Members
Awards and Nominations
Oscar - CINEMATOGRAPHY
Year:
2014
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Oscar - COSTUME DESIGN
Year:
2014
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Audience Reviews
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"I'm a fan of Wong Kar-Wai's films but I reckon that I still prefer Wilson Yip's 2008 version of the Ip Man story. Set amidst the turbulent times in China that saw the end of the rule of Manchu dynasty, the embryonic republic established and then the Japanese invasion, we meet a man (Tony Leung) who lives peacefully in the small town of Foshan until he meets Wing Chun grand master Gong Yutian (Qingxiang Wang) who is looking for a successor. That is the beginning of a journey that will see him become a grand master of the martial art himself, whilst meeting, marrying and surviving! It's a superb looking film but for me just a little too over-stylised. The combat scenes are creatively choreographed but the use of the slowed-down visual effects didn't always work. Leung and the director are clearly on the same wavelength, and the story itself is a fascinating look at the rise of one culture through the wreckage of an ancient one. It's also clear that women too had their place in this society - and it wasn't always where stereotype might assume. A strong contribution from the adept and nimble Ziyi Zhang (Gong Er) demonstrates that well as battle lines between the old and new, the powerful and the aspirational are drawn and a good old dose of ancient tribal warfare sets up a proud story of heritage, loyalty and skill. Though a little soporifically scored at times, this is an enjoyable mix of history with touch of romance and plenty of action, and is well worth a couple of hours."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the runtime of the The Grandmaster ?
The movie is approximately 130 minutes long.
What is the The Grandmaster's release date?
2013-01-10 marks the official release date of the movie.
What genre is the The Grandmaster?
The movie belongs to the Action Drama History genres, offering a variety of experiences from adventure to fantasy.
Who are the main actors in the The Grandmaster?
The lead actors include Tony Leung , Zhang Ziyi , and Chang Chen , among others.
Who directed The Grandmaster?
The movie was directed by Wong Kar-wai
What is the The Grandmaster's budget?
The movie had an estimated budget of $38,600,000 .
How much did The Grandmaster movie earn at the box office?
A Cinderella Story grossed an estimated $64,076,736 at the box office.
What are some production companies behind the The Grandmaster movie?
Major production companies include Jet Tone Films Sil-Metropole Organisation Annapurna Pictures Block 2 Pictures .
