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Ip Man 4: The Finale
葉問4
2019 105 min China, Hong Kong 18+
★7.6
Action, History, Drama
Director: Wilson Yip
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Description
Following the death of his wife, Ip Man travels to San Francisco to ease tensions between the local kung fu masters and his star student, Bruce Lee, while searching for a better future for his son.
Budget:
$52M
US Gross:
$3.96M
Worldwide:
$239M
Starring
Donnie Yen
Actor
Scott Adkins
Actor
Danny Kwok-Kwan Chan
Actor
Awards
12 wins & 11 nominations total
Key opinion
Ip Man 4: The Finale serves as a stylized, predictable conclusion that relies on the established charisma of Donnie Yen to deliver a satisfying, if formulaic, experience. While fans of the franchise appreciate the recurring themes of dignity and the high-quality fight choreography, critics argue the narrative is repetitive and relies on cartoonish villainy to drive its plot.
| Acting | Donnie Yen provides a physically and emotionally grounded performance that captures the character's wisdom, calm, and enduring legacy. | |
| Direction | The fight choreography remains the standout feature, consistently delivering crisp, high-quality displays of Wing Chun mastery. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay adheres to a rigid, predictable formula that recycles plot beats and character conflicts from previous installments. | |
| Theme | The portrayal of American and European antagonists is overly simplistic and caricatured, relying on cartoonish racial dynamics. | |
| Originality | Opinions on the film's tone are split: some find it a respectful and touching tribute to a martial arts icon, while others see it as a cynical, profit-driven exercise that lacks the authenticity of the original film. |