Ip Man

Year: 2008

Runtime: 106 mins

Language: Cantonese

Director: Wilson Yip

DramaActionHistoryEpic heroesWar and historical adventure

A semi‑biographical portrayal of Yip Man, the master who popularised Wing Chun. Set in Foshan during the 1930s‑40s and the Second Sino‑Japanese War, the film follows his life and challenges. Directed by Wilson Yip, it stars Donnie Yen as Ip Man and features fight choreography by Sammo Hung.

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