
Dragons of the Orient
For martial arts enthusiasts and fans of Jet Li, Yang Ching, and Wang Chun, this historical filmography about the origins of Chinese martial arts, the legendary Shaolin Monastery, and modern kung fu will prove to be an irresistible treat. The documentary is told through two fictional characters, Instructor Wang and Hong Kong sports reporter Ms. Chin Chin, who chance to meet in a park. Ms. Chin Chin is writing a story about the history of martial arts and so Instructor Wang offers to help. Together they visit the Shaolin Monastery and view a weapons demonstration by the monks.
Release Date: 1988-01-01
Documentary
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Casts

Wang Qun
as Self

Yeung Ching-Ching
as Self

Jet Li
as Self

Louis Fan Siu-Wong
as Self - Various Wushu Demonstrations

Wang Jianjun
as Self - Staff and Chain Whip Demonstrator

Yu Hai
as Self - Mantis Style Demonstrator

Hu Jian-Qiang
as Self - Monkey Staff Demonstrator