Review of Drunken Master (1978) by Daniel E — 30 Dec 2007

Crazy fighting scenes. I think everyone wants to fight like that when drunk.

This review of Drunken Master (1978) was written by Daniel E on 30 Dec 2007.

Drunken Master has generally received very positive reviews.

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