Ip Man 2

Ip Man 2 is set in post-WWII British colonial Hong Kong and provides insight into the societal tensions between Chinese locals and British authorities, as well as the emergence of capitalism during this period.

• The movie showcases outstanding martial arts performances, particularly the Wing Chun style, choreographed by legendary action director Yuen Woo-ping.
• Ip Man 2 delivers an engaging storyline that explores themes of perseverance, honour, and personal growth against the backdrop of cultural changes in Hong Kong during the mid-1950s.
• The film features a powerful performance by Donnie Yen as Grandmaster Ip Man, demonstrating his versatility as an actor.

Fun Facts

• The character of Wing Chun grandmaster Ip Man was portrayed by Bruce Lee in a 1972 film titled 'Fist of Fury'. Donnie Yen took on the role in the Ip Man series, which began in 2008.
• In the movie, the iconic Wing Chun temple (the Ming Tsao Kung) is portrayed as being located in Foshan, China. However, it's actually situated in Hong Kong.
• The final fight scene between Ip Man and Mathew Murdoch (portrayed by Darren Shahlavi) was inspired by a real-life incident involving Ip Man and Edward Tang.