description Ip Man Overview
Ip Man is a 2008 biographical martial arts film depicting the life of Wing Chun master Ip Man during the Sino-Japanese War in Foshan. Donnie Yen portrays the character, with choreography by Sammo Hung, set against the backdrop of wartime events and featuring a cast including Simon Yam and Bruce Lee’s teacher. The film was a co-production between China and Hong Kong, marking Mandarin Films' final distribution.
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info Ip Man Specifications
| Country | Hong Kong |
| Year | 2008 |
help Ip Man FAQ
Which period of Ip Man's life does the 2008 film cover?
Ip Man focuses on his life in Foshan during the 1930s and the Japanese occupation period. It dramatizes the Wing Chun master's wartime hardship rather than covering his entire biography.
Who plays Ip Man and who directed the film?
Donnie Yen plays Ip Man, and Wilson Yip directed the 2008 film. Sammo Hung worked on the action choreography, giving the Wing Chun fights their crisp rhythm.
Does Bruce Lee appear in the first Ip Man movie?
Bruce Lee does not play a major role in the first 2008 film. The later Ip Man sequels bring the Bruce Lee connection closer to the center of the story.
Who are the main rivals in Ip Man?
The film includes martial-arts rivalries in Foshan and a wartime confrontation involving Japanese officer Miura. Fan Siu-wong plays Jin Shanzhao, while Hiroyuki Ikeuchi plays Miura.
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