Shaolin Soccer (2001)
Shaolin Soccer (2001)
Directed by Stephen Chow | Starring Stephen Chow, Zhao Wei, Ng Man-tat
In this wildly inventive martial arts comedy, a former Shaolin monk (Stephen Chow) reunites with his old brothers to form an unconventional soccer team. Their goal? Use kung fu to bring honor to their art—and win the championship. Blending slapstick, sports, and Shaolin-style mayhem, the film kicks logic aside and scores with sheer entertainment.
Highlights:
Martial Arts Meets Football: The fusion of kung fu and soccer leads to over-the-top, gravity-defying action that’s both hilarious and thrilling.
Stephen Chow’s Signature Humor: A perfect mix of parody, absurdity, and heart.
Zhao Wei’s Role: A quiet, touching performance as a shy baker with hidden talent, adding sweetness to the chaos.
Stylized Visuals: Early-2000s CGI used creatively to amplify the film’s cartoonish energy.
Rating: 7.3/10Shaolin Soccer is pure, crowd-pleasing fun. It’s a cult classic that blends martial arts mastery with outrageous comedy—and somehow makes it all work. Quirky, charming, and packed with kicks both literal and comedic.
