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Chinese Zodiac
十二生肖
2012 110 min China, Hong Kong PG-13 6+
★5.4
Action, Adventure
Director: Jackie Chan
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Description
Asian Hawk leads a mercenary team to recover several lost artifacts from the Old Summer Palace, the bronze heads of the twelve Chinese Zodiac animals which were sacked by the French and British armies from the imperial Summer Palace in Beijing in 1860. Assisted by a Chinese student and a Parisian woman, Hawk stops at nothing to accomplish the mission.
Budget:
$26M
Worldwide:
$171.34M
Starring
Jackie Chan
Actor
Shu Qi
Actor
Xingtong Yao
Actor
Awards
7 wins & 13 nominations total
Key opinion
An action-comedy that serves primarily as fan service for Jackie Chan enthusiasts. Although the film is criticized for a thin screenplay and lack of originality, it remains engaging due to Chan's signature physical stunts and comedic presence.
| Screenplay | The screenplay is widely criticized for being thin and lacking narrative depth. | |
| Originality | The film is noted for its lack of originality, as it clings to outdated blockbuster formulas. | |
| Acting | Opinions on the acting are divided; while the supporting cast is criticized for poor performance, Jackie Chan's physical stunts and expressions are highly praised. | |
| Humor | The humor is divisive, with some finding it delightful and others viewing it as childish or culturally alienating. | |
| Direction | Jackie Chan's massive list of production credits is viewed by some as a sign of dedication and by others as a cause of weakened focus. |