Review of Drunken Master (1978) by K R — 17 May 2009

What a ridiculous movie with little to no plot and a ton of sweet Kung Fu fight scenes...I love it.

This review of Drunken Master (1978) was written by K R on 17 May 2009.

Drunken Master has generally received very positive reviews.

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