CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON (2000) Reaction | First Time Watching

[@AWatchful]

Actress playing Jade Fox was Cecilia Cheng Pei Pei Queen of Martial Arts cinema in the 1960-1970’s. Cecilia passed the sword to Michelle in the 1980’s. Having Cecilia here with Michelle was brilliant casting!

[@futo]

I'm Chinese Canadian, the minor skinny lipstick thing is indicator of the Aristocrat class, same thing with the grand flat head piece worn by females of this class

[@astrostar49]

Something else I forgot to say. I was in 8th grade when this movie was released in the states. There was so much buzz about it at the time, and I'm happy it still holds up. I forgot that Zhang Ziyi was only 20 when she was in this movie. Cant' believe she's 45 now. Still looks as glamuous as ever along with Michelle Yeoh. Great actresses. Great movie. You picked a gem.

[@couch.patati-patata]

The whole movie was Ang Lee's homage to all the Chinese tales he grew up with.

[@parrothd007]

I didn’t see any tigers or dragons, Then I realized they were crouching and hiding. - Steve Martin

[@couch.patati-patata]

He wouldn't know culture if it dangled in front of his nose.

[@adgato75]

@@couch.patati-patata It's just a joke. Mr Martin is actually a very cultured fellow. He's a very serious art collector, for one.

[@beatmet2355]

@@couch.patati-patata😂 random

[@Curraghmore]

Best sword fighting I have ever seen in my life. This was the first dvd I ever bought when I had no tv for a period of about 6 months so I watched it over and over again on a lap-top.

[@haneby1114]

9:31 they wanted the revenge for themselves,they wanted be the ones to kill her , so they chained him up while he isn't looking

[@joshuayeager3686]

One of the great things about this film is that every single fight scene featured at least one female character. Something very untraditional in most martial art movies. Around this time, two other great films came out. Some people have already mentioned “Hero”, an amazingly beautiful film. The other being “House Of Flying Daggers” which is extraordinary and doesn’t get enough attention, imo.

[@3Kings_Industries]

Another good Asian film w/ similar motif, is HOUSE OF FLYING DAGGERS

[@astrostar49]

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[@Flix2Us]

We're glad to help! Stay strong! ❤️

[@pangkaji]

3:09 "i notice the difference in the lipstick". The smaller lipstick is used for younger girls. Smaller is considered cuter to go along with their smaller lips. They do the same in Japan for Maikos (Geisha in training, ages 14 to 17). Once they become full Geisha, they wear full lipstick (along with different kimono and hairstyles too)

[@TrueLibraGirl]

I think y’all would enjoy Memoirs of a Geisha. It’s not an action film but it’s very interesting to learn about that culture & beautifully filmed.

[@galmanferguson]

I second thid comment. It is an amazing movie art-direction and cinematography wise, despite its flaws. The actors are all amazing

[@tuesdae666]

Jade fox just passed away. She was a great actress.

[@RedSinter]

Chow Yung Fat is no slouch either...he's one of my Fav's... Michelle goes without saying. Marshall Arts may seem the focus, but it's a tragic tale of unrequited love that crosses all cultures. It's power still twists my heart no matter how many times I have seen it.

[@dylanbollinger6872]

If you haven’t watched Hero 2002 yet you need too

[@MKZ2117]

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[@Dystopia1111]

2nd this. I'm not sure why Hero is not more widely remembered. I expected the action scenes to be good, but I was surprised at the depth of the plot. Very underrated.

[@Unitedaerthe]

Agreed, such a beautiful movie Others worthy to be noted House of the Flying Daggers Curse of the Golden Flower Peace💚🌎🌺

[@laylavonmav2587]

Along with the fine recommendations of Memoirs of a Geisha and Hero, may I recommend “Raise the Red Lantern” a fine book adaptation.

[@SgtTechcomDN38416]

I saw this in the cinema when it was first released, a wonderful film. Very glad you liked it.

[@catherinelw9365]

Great reaction! The Last Emperor is a great film depicting the life of China's last Emperor, Puyi, and the upheavals in China during the 20th century. I think you would enjoy it!

[@deenormus1975]

Lol Pretty sure that was the exact face I made in the theater, Nick.😮 I’ve been obsessed since Saturday Kung Fu Theater in the ‘80’s w/all things martial arts. I love this movie

[@3Kings_Industries]

Also, priot to THE MATRIX, only asiannfilms made generous use of techniques like wire work action scenes. So, after this film made it US debut, and The Matrix, we saw a Lot more wore work in films.

[@amylai5015]

I showed it to westerners. Those who were middle aged and above were all touched. Some HK people laughed during the emotional scenes though because they were not used to watching yeoh in non action scenes.

[@stunningyeohmui]

one of my favorite movie of Michelle Yeoh. She also had a knee surgery on the weeks of shooting.. also watch REIGN OF ASSASSINS also a good movie.

[@couch.patati-patata]

The governess is Cheung Pei Pei, one of the original Queens of Karate of Hong Kong movies.

[@samblustein1918]

Michelle Yeoh did this movie with a torn ACL

[@susanliltz3875]

I’m counting the days till we see your reaction to 12 Angry Men and The Soprano’s!!👍

[@gggooding]

Look this up! (Its short, fyi) KZbin "2014 Wushu women spears" ...no camera cuts, no Hollywood, just raw skill. One false move, even with a blunted spear... These two ladies would eat John Wick as an appetizer _before_ breakfast.

[@赵子豪-v6x]

The Reign of Assassins is also really good. Please try it.

[@Dilophoyus]

-With all the traffic in rooftops, these days..

[@couch.patati-patata]

Tan Dun's music.

[@signfull1]

please react to In The Mood for Love movie....its a great Hong Kong movie

[@MikiJohnson13]

Not a martial arts film but any chance you guys react to "Girl With the Dragon Tattoo"???? The Rooney Mara version. Also once you finish The Sopranos, consider checking out "Killing Eve". So glad you guys are back!!!

[@Jen-Mom]

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[@surrealsoupuniverse]

PLEASE REACT TO AMERICAN PSYCHO AND 1408 PLEASE!!! 😢