Drunken Tai Chi 1984
A young martial artist, fleeing a merciless assassin, stumbles into an unlikely partnership with a jovial puppeteer and his sharp-witted wife—both masters of Drunken Tai Chi, the only fighting style that can outmaneuver their relentless pursuer.
Director: Yuen Woo-Ping
Cast
Donnie Yen
Chan Chuen Chung
Yuen Cheung-Yan
Puppetteer
Lydia Shum Tin-Ha
Fatty
Yuen Yat-Choh
Yu Ping
Don Wong Tao
Ta Sha's father (uncredited)
Li Kun
Chin Do's father (uncredited)
Yuen Shun-Yi
Iron-Steel
Mandy Chan Chi-Man
Ta Sha
Huang Gen-Wei
Muscle man
Alan Li Hai-Hsing
Thug
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drunken Tai Chi (1984) about?
A reckless young fighter on the run from a deadly assassin crosses paths with a puppeteer and his wife, who teach him their unorthodox style of Drunken Tai Chi to outwit their relentless hunter.
Who directed Drunken Tai Chi?
The film was directed by Yuen Woo-Ping, a legendary action choreographer known for shaping martial arts cinema.
Who stars in Drunken Tai Chi?
The cast features Donnie Yen, Yuen Cheung-Yan, Lydia Shum Tin-Ha, Yuen Yat-Choh, and Don Wong Tao in key roles.
Is Drunken Tai Chi (1984) worth watching?
With its mix of energetic action, slapstick humor, and Donnie Yen's charismatic debut, *Drunken Tai Chi* offers a fun, if flawed, peek into 1980s martial arts cinema. Fans of Yuen Woo-Ping's style or classic kung fu comedies will find plenty to enjoy.
How long is Drunken Tai Chi?
The film has a runtime of 91 minutes.
About Drunken Tai Chi (1984) — A fugitive finds refuge in the art of drunkenness and chaos
A young martial artist, fleeing a merciless assassin, stumbles into an unlikely partnership with a jovial puppeteer and his sharp-witted wife—both masters of Drunken Tai Chi, the only fighting style that can outmaneuver their relentless pursuer.
Director Yuen Woo-Ping, famed for his choreography in *Iron Monkey* and *Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon*, crafts this 1984 gem as a lively blend of action and comedy. The film's chaotic energy mirrors the drunken state of its signature martial art, where fluid, unpredictable movements become both a defense and a spectacle. With Donnie Yen in his breakout role, *Drunken Tai Chi* delivers fast-paced fights, slapstick humor, and a touch of heartfelt camaraderie among its unconventional heroes.
