This is Jackie Chan's loose adaptation of the Frank Capra film A POCKETFUL OF MIRACLES. Set in the 1930s, MIRACLES features Chan as a hapless country boy who rises through mafia... more
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Advantages: Quite simply one of the most well made Chinese films ever. Disadvantages: Slightly over indulgent.
Miracles stands out in Chinese cinema, especially for the time because it was the most expensive film that had been made. Jackie Chan had established himself as the biggest star in Hong Kong, with each film he made making more and more money than the last. He was being given more and more freedom in relation to the cash his movies brought in, and by this time had complete freedom. He had directed before, and had been hurt by critcism of his directing ... ...shot, there are crane shots taking you across sets and locations, all filmed on high quality film rather than whatever they could find, by "Kung Fu" flicks standards this is unheard of. Costumes where expensively made, and it all shows on the screen.
The fight scenes are great, there are trademark chases with all the stunts you would expect, and the magnificently dangerous stunts that Jackie has made his name from. The storyline is not bad either ...
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Advantages: Perfect jackie chan film for the kids Disadvantages: a tiny bit long winded for adults
I have no kids but know for sure this film is brilliant entertainment for them to watch. I know this because i first watched it when i was a teen and it remained one of the most vivid and memorable in my childhood. The only thing was it took me over ten years to remember the title, then purchasing it a few days later.
The storyline is great although unrealistic for us now adults but hey this is a kids film! It bases Jackie chan's role as a mainland ... ...the Gangster times of the 1930's to find work. Things dont go according to plan and he, by being a natural do gooder somehow rescues a boss of the local gang from immedate death and becomes the new leader of this notorious gang.
So jackie inherits his new profession and the film shows his journey to becoming a do gooder gangster. very funny film with great fight scenes brilliant costume design and background scenes
Starring Jackie Chan, Anita Mui, ...
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Miracles (Special Collector's Edition) (Subtitled and Dubbed) (Wide Screen)
Main specs
Actor(s): Jackie Chan, Anita Mui, Billy Chow
Director(s): Jackie Chan
Genre: Martial Arts
Classification: Parental Guidance
Production Year: 1989
Running Time: 2 hours 2 minutes
Video Category: Feature Film
Plot: This is Jackie Chan's loose adaptation of the Frank Capra film A POCKETFUL OF MIRACLES. Set in the 1930s, MIRACLES features Chan as a hapless country boy who rises through mafia ranks after purchasing some lucky roses. As always with Chan, the fight choreography is astounding.
Release details
DVD Region: Region 2 (Europe)
Studio(s): CONTENDER ENTERTAINMENT GROUP; ARVATO SERVICES
Release date: 18/06/2001
No of Discs: 1
Catalogue No: MDV 488
Barcode: 5032438504886
DVD Description
This is Jackie Chan's loose adaptation of the Frank Capra film A POCKETFUL OF MIRACLES. Set in the 1930s, MIRACLES features Chan as a hapless country boy who rises through mafia ranks after purchasing some lucky roses. As always with Chan, the fight choreography is astounding.
Languages
Main Language: Cantonese
Dubbed Language: English
Subtitle Language: English
Technical information
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Anamorphic Wide Screen
Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1
Special Features: Feature Length Audio Commentary With Hong Kong Cinema Expert Bey Logan, Animated Biography Showcase, Original Theatrical Trailer Including Out Takes And Behind The Scenes Footage, UK Promotional Trailer, Interview Gallery With Jackie Chan
Dubbing Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Cantonese English
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