The Forbidden Kingdom

  • 2008


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Positive Reviews 42
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Average Rating 3.2/5
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2.5
The two styles fuse more smoothly than expected, but there isnt a great deal of invention in the fight sequences; theyre just a good primer for viewer .. Av Club
1.5
The plot is negligible, but thats fine since its really only a way to get from one set piece to another. Austin Chronicle
3.0
Its more than that, thankfully, and with a sure, swift kick to the mental palate, it dislodges not only the vile taste of Brett Ratners crappily Ameri .. Austin Chronicle
3.0
Jasons companions are Chans tipsy kung fu master Lu Yan, Lis straight faced Silent Monk and pretty Golden Sparrow (Chinese pop and screen star Liu Yif .. Screen Daily
1.0
The first one is perhaps the most obnoxious and that is the bizarre decision to take a perfectly sound ancient Chinese epic and stick a dumb contempor .. E Film Critic
4.0
Its all the makings for a rousing, cross cultural popcorn adventure. E Film Critic
4.0
I have no quibble with Fusco and Minkoff making the tale somewhat more family friendly. E Film Critic
4.5
It delivers beautifully, on every level with fight sequences that pop, breathtaking landscapes, and classic good guys versus bad guys family friendly .. Cinema Blend
3.0
And while the script is corny and the direction uneven, these pros never falter. Ny Daily News
2.5
If youre an adolescent boy and kung fu flicks are your bag, this convoluted one is probably watchable. Sover
3.8
As they journey towards the palace of the Jade Emperor, high atop the mountain of five elements, Jason lives every chop socky obsessed teens fantasy, .. Tv Guide
3.1
If it is, its far too violent for kids.If not, its too dumb for veteran kung fu fans. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.5
An enjoyable big budget film with lots of fancy sets, special effects and great fight scenes. Lariat
4.0
Its basically The Karate Kid on a much bigger scale.And its great fun while it lasts. Shadows On The Wall
3.5
Given its Western antecedents, The Forbidden Kingdom is a surprisingly well paced and satisfying kung fu adventure that honors its stars and treats th .. Film Journal
2.5
The Forbidden Kingdom is a mild disappointment even as it clears a space for Chan and Li to bounce merrily off the edges of the screen. Boston
2.8
0) $i = mysql fetch object($result); $result2 = mysql query(SELECT * FROM wp posts WHERE ID=.$i >wp post id., $DB); $rows2 = mysql num rows($result .. Emanuellevy
3.5
Yes, I kid, but thats the kind of light fancy a goodhearted romp like The Forbidden Kingdom inspires. Reel Talk Reviews
3.5
Ignore puff and nonsense about kung fu philosophy, water wearing away rock and suchlike, and enjoy The Forbidden Kingdom for the youth oriented wish f .. Reel Talk Reviews
1.5
No, its a moment near the halfway mark when there arrives a gag that involves Chan getting a face full of urine. Ew
3.0
But anyone whos expecting Kill Bill style action will be disappointed. Common Sense Media
3.0
If youve seen their old movies, then you know theyve both sort of slowed down.But lets say youre a kid, and youve never seen a single martial arts fil .. Movies
3.1
The movie also adequately answers the question why Chan and Li havent yet done a movie together in their collective 55 year careers: Chan is a much be .. Sf Gate
2.5
President Trump wants to sign off on most if not all of the documents revoking the security clearances, said one senior White House official, who indi .. Washington Post
0.6
Directed by Rob Minkoff (2002s Stuart Little 2 ) as if hes never stepped behind a camera before in his life, The Forbidden Kingdom is a drab exercise .. The Movie Boy
3.5
The Forbidden Kingdom is a unique blend that offers something for everyone while respecting its origins.Its a lot of fun. Reeling Reviews
4.5
And cheeky and cheery and so popcorn a licious a fantasy historical action comedy that you want to stand up and cheer.In the endless parade of wannabe .. Flickfilosopher
3.8
Unsentimental, non glamorized, and unclouded by the usual overlay of rose colored nostalgia, this is a raw but rewarding motion picture. ReelViews
2.5
A look at the Laugh Factorys Comedy Camp, which for more than 30 years has offered a place for at risk kids and otherwise to try their hand at stand u .. Calendar Live
3.5
Action fantasy is thrilling as it teams two legends Its about time somebody finally teamed up the clown prince of kung fu and the self possessed wu sh .. Seattle Pi
0.5
Compiled with more than 40 hours of interviews with Coach Wooden, learn about the man behind the coach. Tony Medley
3.1
Chan seems to be having fun in a comic part that, unlike his Rush Hour paydays, doesnt make him the butt of ethnic jokes. Li is as stalwart as ever. Nj
3.8
People used to move to the suburbs to save money.Now, nearly every corner of Toronto has downtown rent In Part 2 of a series looking at the urban subu .. The Star
2.8
If it inspires them to seek out the genuine classics shamelessly referenced throughout Forbidden Kingdom, well, then, maybe this slight bit of fun was .. Oregon Live
3.5
Woo Ping Yuens masterful choreography also adds weight to the spectacle and the thrills. Urban Cine File
4.0
Too many films of the genre are little more than simplistic packages for the gamer action fan. Varia Gate
3.1
It turns out the dry spell is just a long setup for a (pretty good) joke. New York Post
4.5
I am going totally Geronimo banana bonkers over here.Someone actually made a really and truly enjoyable romantic comedy! The Stranger
3.1
Its like those old comic books where Superman engages The Flash in a foot race, and it ends in a tie. Christianity Today
4.5
Like being ordered to have long hair and smile on stage, but wondering how to smile with a trombone in your mouth.Or repeatedly told youre not good en .. News Blaze
1.5
The entire film is lacking an agreeable rhythm, with a tedious plot that overdoses on fantasy and a cast that cant keep up with the wordy requirements .. Brian Or Ndorf
2.5
But what could have been the stuff of legend ends up little more than a goofy buddy comedy with some high flying king fu butt kicking. Big Picture Big Sound
2.5
While the movie is full of fantastic fight scenes that are a tribute to the amazing skills of Chan and Li, The Forbidden Kingdom also tries a little t .. Waffle Movies
3.8
The epic face off of Jackie Chan and Jet Li is something both of their fans have been begging for for years, and theyre still not too old to make it l .. Movie Crypt
3.3
Its dealing with a lot of cliches of big budget Hollywood filmmaking and wuxia films, but lacks a lot of the charm of either. ComingSoon
3.8
Gorgeous, haunting and thought provoking, and ultimately, a solid sophomore effort from Perelman despite its potentially frustrating pace. ComingSoon
2.8
What does a piece of mythic Asian storytelling need with a contemporary American in the mix Flip Side Archive
3.5
Chan and Li both deliver in their own unique ways, and theres enough action and humor to satisfy even the less enthusiastic martial arts fans out ther .. From The Balcony
5.0
Block that out though and The Forbidden Kingdom is a wonderful, magical story.Its got authentic suspense as they really build up dire consequences and .. Can Mag
3.2
From a philosophical viewpoint its fitting that the inaugural movie to unite martial arts legends Jackie Chan and Jet Li is a fantasy film for young t .. Film Critic 1963 Typepad
3.2
It would be little without its superb martial arts sequences, so its good to report that the movie isnt just filled with them, but that each fight was .. Week In Rewind
3.1
Two scenes in particular nearly make the movie worth its $10 admission price. Paloalto Online
3.8
Jackie Chan and Jet Li are true artists and watching them together is a real joy. Maki At The Movies Blogspo ..
3.3
Forbidden Kingdom is surprisingly a lot of fun, with a simple good vs. evil plot, nice action sequences and a battle of the ages between two of the bi .. Jeffreyklyles Word Press
3.0
Luckily, its the very appeal of Jackie Chan and Jet Li which lifts the film above its flaws and indeed makes it palatable to those as yet uninitiated .. Mighty Ganesha



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