Top 10 Fantasy Kung Fu Films

Description: Jackie Chan reprises his role as Wong Fei-hung, showcasing his famous "drunken boxing" style. While not strictly fantasy, the film's exaggerated fight scenes and the almost magical prowess of its characters give it a fantastical feel.

Fact: The film was remade in Hollywood as "The Legend of the Drunken Master" in 2000, but the original remains a classic.

Description: This film, directed by Ang Lee, is a masterpiece of wuxia cinema, with its characters defying gravity in their martial arts battles, set against a backdrop of romance and intrigue.

Fact: It won four Academy Awards, including Best Foreign Language Film, and was a global box office success.

Description: While primarily a comedy, this Stephen Chow classic incorporates elements of fantasy with its over-the-top kung fu sequences, including characters with superhuman abilities, making it a unique addition to the genre.

Fact: The film was a massive hit in China, becoming the highest-grossing Hong Kong film at the time.

Description: This film stars Jackie Chan and Jet Li in a tale where a young fan of kung fu movies is transported back in time to ancient China to rescue the Monkey King. It's a perfect blend of fantasy and kung fu, with stunning visuals and epic battles.

Fact: This was the first film to feature both Jackie Chan and Jet Li together, and it was also the first time Jackie Chan played a villain.

Description: Based on the classic Chinese novel "Journey to the West," this film follows the adventures of the Monkey King, Sun Wukong, known for his incredible kung fu skills and magical powers. It's a visually spectacular entry into the fantasy kung fu genre.

Fact: The film's special effects were created by the same team that worked on "The Hobbit" films.

Description: Directed by Stephen Chow, this film blends romance, comedy, and fantasy with kung fu action, telling the story of a mermaid who falls in love with a human, leading to a series of fantastical events.

Fact: It became the highest-grossing film in China at the time of its release.

Description: While primarily a biographical film about Ip Man, the legendary martial artist, its stylized fight scenes and the portrayal of martial arts as an almost mystical art form give it a fantasy-like quality.

Fact: The film was nominated for two Academy Awards for Best Cinematography and Best Costume Design.

Description: A remake of the 1967 film, this wuxia fantasy features breathtaking aerial kung fu battles and a story revolving around a legendary treasure and a mysterious inn.

Fact: The film was shot in 3D, making it one of the first Chinese films to utilize this technology extensively.

Description: A magical love story set in ancient China, where a snake spirit falls in love with a human, leading to a confrontation with a powerful sorcerer. The film combines romance, fantasy, and kung fu in a visually stunning manner.

Fact: The film was adapted from a famous Chinese legend, "The Legend of the White Snake," and features intricate wire work for its fight scenes.

Description: This film tells the story of a young warrior who must save the world from an evil force, featuring some of the most visually stunning and imaginative kung fu sequences ever put to film.

Fact: The film's special effects were groundbreaking for its time, with many scenes still impressing audiences today.