Review of Drunken Master (1978) by Ian F — 02 Jan 2007

Classic Jakcie Chan comedy and martial arts action! Spawned many many many rip-offs and copycats.

This review of Drunken Master (1978) was written by Ian F on 02 Jan 2007.

Drunken Master has generally received very positive reviews.

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