When we go to the first fight and the host says “I speak ABC” - “ABC” stands for “American Born Chinese” it’s what mainland Chinese call Chinese-Americans.
@@terrygracy8345 He actually does mean English, because he's speaking English to the other English speaking person. Plus, nothing notes that the character speaking was American born, they weren't even in America at that point.
I waffle between thinking ABC means "American, British, Canadian" or that it's just the way the first 3 letters of the alphabet are pronounced in English.
The mythical creatures from "Shang-Chi" are: Shishi - the Imperial Guard Lions or Foo Dogs Hundun - Morris Huli Jing - Nine tailed fox Qilin - as Trevor called it, "the weird looking horse". Fenghuang - an immortal bird There are four types of dragons in Chinese mythology. I believe that the ones we see in "Shang-Chi" are a combination of more than one of the varieties. They are Tianlong, or celestial dragon, guards the celestial homes of the gods Fuzanglong, which guards hidden treasure Dilong, or Earth Dragon, controls the waterways Shenlong, or Spiritual Dragon, controls rain and winds These are all Chinese mythical creatures. Pokemon, however, is Japanese in origin. But since China and Japan are so geographically close and have a lot of shared history, it is understandable that some of these creatures have found their way into Japanese mythology as well. By the way, throwing stars are Shuriken (pronounced shoo-ree-ken) is Japanese in origin, primarily used by samurai and ninjas.
The qilin is sometimes spelled "kirin" - there's a Japanese beer named Kirin, with a picture of one on the label. It was included among the monsters of Dungeons & Dragons since 1st edition. And it's also featured in the third movie of the Fantastic Beasts series, where they pronounce it like "chillin'". There is no one correct pronunciation, because of the different Chinese languages and dialects, and also Japanese.
@@PhilBagels Qilin 麒麟 ("chillin") is the standard Mandarin pronounciation 😊 Kirin きりん (this is written in Hiragana; the Kanji writing is the same as the Chinese one) is the Japanese pronounciation. Both are correct, since both are essentially versions of each other in Chinese and Japanese mythology.
To add on, since Mr. October mentioned Dragonball Z, the dragon in that series' name is Shenron. The Japanese equivalent of Shen Long. Also, throwing star are shuriken but the more dagger like weapon, also sometimes thrown, are called kunai (used heavily in Naruto, for example).
Exactly! Sometimes a love story completely ruins the relationship between the characters for me and just slows down the story with the same old back and forth relationship problems. Maybe if you didn’t date just off the bat because of love at first site then it would’ve gone better for you. Most of the time it’s what happens irl it seems😅
MCU has had a lot of those honestly. Think of Nat and Clint and how close they were without ever being romantic. The Guardians and Nebula/Mantis, Thor and Valkyrie and more. But I do understand about the shipping being out of control sometimes
So don't get it twisted...this was not a romance story. Marvel wanted to make a really different movie here, and that included having no love interest for the hero. They are legit BFFs
Fun fact about Simu Liu (plays Shang-Chi), he use to do kids birthday parties dressed as Spider-Man and did acrobatic tricks! Maybe part of how he got the job!
People look at this movie today and think it flopped, but it was released right in the middle of covid and it was by FAR the biggest movie that year, people went out to watch even during the worst of it, and it was absolutely a success for its time, but sadly, it still means not enough people value it for what it is, a really solid MCU movie.
I'm one of those people who went to see it in the theater. I went to the first showing on a weekday and was the only person in there. So, I had my own personal movie. I kept thinking, if I had to go to the bathroom, could I ask them to pause it for me? LOL!!!
So in the comics The Mandarin - an Iron Man villain - wore ten rings one on each finger. Each ring bestowed a power: Ice Blast, Mind Control, Electrical Blast, Flame Blast, Laser Blast, Darkness Blast, Disintegration Blast, Vortex Air Blast, Sonic Blast, Matter Rearranger. The Mandarin found these rings in The Valley of Spirits in China inside of the wreck of an advanced race's spaceship known as the Makluans who appear to us as dragons. 😮 Shuriken typically are sharp pointy throwing stars. 😅
15:37 Wong was fighting the Abomination... the main villain aka monster from the incredible hulk. There is a difference between eternal life and immortality. Immortality means you just can't die whereas eternal life means that you won't die naturally though aging or whatever but you can still be killed.
A highly underrated MCU movie in my opinion (Probably due to it being released during Covid.) But, this is still one of my favorites! The storytelling, back story & choreography during the fight scenes were great! Can’t wait for the 2nd!
Underrated by whom? It has a 91 critic score and a 98 audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. It made $400 million at the box office. For comparison, Iron Man has a 94 critic score and a 91 audience score. It made $585 million at the box office.
@@havok6280 Underrated in the sense that it should've gotten more recognition and should have made even MORE at the box office but due to it being released during covid there were many who didn't get to see it in theatres and unfortunately skipped out on it. I'm not saying it didn't do well, it actually did really great considering the circumstances, but if we were to compare it to let's say Eternals (which was released the same year) it also made 400 million at the box office and had a WAY lower critic score of 52% and rotten tomatoes score of 47%.
I get what you're trying to convey, since people tend to use "underrated" for something that is "under appreciated" or "overlooked"... but it definitely was not "underrrated" since those that saw it rated it highly.
Marvel employed a ton of people of Asian descent from all around the world to work on this film from the costumes to the cultural research, to the ancient mythology of China to bring this film to life, so this film, much like Black Panther, was a kind of cultural celebration as much as it is an action film.
Zheng Shang-Chi, also recognized as the Master of Kung Fu and Brother Hand, is a remarkable superhero in Marvel Comics. The talented writer Steve Englehart and artist Jim Starlin brought this iconic character to life. Shang-Chi first appeared in Special Marvel Edition #15 in December 1973, during the captivating Bronze Age of Comic Books. He continued to captivate readers with his solo title until 1983.
The guy who greets them in Macau setting up the fights is actually a comedian named Ronny Chieng if I'm spelling that correctly he's really funny if you guys want to react on the other channel
Absolutely feel you on the 12/10. This is no doubt in my top five marvel. The soundtrack, the visuals, the choreography. Oh and those big lions are Foo Dogs...good stuff guys
The hatred of this film comes from people brainwashed against: multicultural characters, empowered women, different sexualities and any kind. So they are truly anti-Marvel, because Marvel is what it has done throughout its history as a representation of the times: black heroes, Asian heroes, poor, rich, gay, straight, the problems of ordinary people, family problems, female/male problems, positive/negative undertones, everyday hardships, history, different cultures, abuses of power, etc. This and ‘Eternals’ are probably the two Marvel movies that are closest to ‘real’ and ‘quality’ cinema: not just fights and easy scripts but spectacular photography, good use of colour, stories, cinematic techniques, choreography, camera moves..... I don't know if this makes sense because English is not my mother tongue, but I had to say it. PS: Wong is fighting Abomination, an enemy of the Hulk. When you watch the TV series the pieces will fit together. All animals are taken from Chinese traditions, legends and folklore.
@@havok6280 Depending on what part of the internet you’re on, what social media app you use, who’s channel you watch, or who’s comments you read you’ll find people hating on this film for the exact reasons @oskarobit just named above. Sometimes they have a hard time admitting and adjusting to it too. An example is this video right here. Mr October said he didn’t really like when with Marvel you just “have to take peoples word for it and that everyone just has a story that completely makes you rethink your whole ideology” but by the end of the film he loved it about it and even mentioned Chinese culture I wish more people would see more yk
@@havok6280 the usual ones and that only on that site (one in English) can deny any evidence because they are blinded by hatred.... I never said there were millions, fortunately.
Fun facts: 1) The OST for this movie was made by 88Rising, a predominantly Asian record label that famous artists such as Joji and Rich Brian are signed to. 2) The creatures in the village are all modeled after Chinese legends. 3) The 10 rings in the comics (the weapon) were originally rings that each gave specific enhancements such as intelligence, speed, ect. But the director of the movie thought they would be too similar to the infinity stones and Thanos' gauntlet that he changed them to the rings we see in the movie. They are modeled after martial art training rings. 4) When Katy and Shang-Chi was walking past the fighting boxes, you can see there is a Black Widow fighting as well as the regeneration people from Iron Man 3 (I forgot what they are called).
Destin Daniel Cretton drew inspiration from various sources in the martial arts and kung-fu genres and anime and video games when directing Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Some of his influences include Jackie Chan's filmography, the Ip Man series, Enter the Dragon (1973), Tai Chi Master (1993), Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000), Kung Fu Hustle (2004), Dragon Ball Z, Naruto, Street Fighter, and Tekken.
This movie was specially made for 3D viewing and I saw it in the theater when it first came out in 3D and it was mind blowing. I only ever saw it once in 3D but it forever changed the perspective in which I see this movie. 1:03 This part when he unleashed the rings, the closest ring looked so close like that you could reach out and grab it. 46:28 This part looked like the DiD came so close to me then Great Protector took it away really far away up the cliff. The scale of depth of the shots in this movie was so cool and crazy. I don't even care that much for watching movies in 3D but this one made really good use of it. If anyone reading this ever somehow get the chance to see this movie in 3D you should do it.
He was based on Bruce lee. The fight scenes didn't deliver. Enter the Dragon is Bruce. The Crow is Brandon Lee.Unprecedented. With all do respect. I thought the movie was average. The fight scenes were average. I was disappointed because i have comic. If you have a bad movie, make the fight scenes undeniable good.
Have to mention Shang Chi's dad being played by legendary Chinese actor Tony Leung and the aunt by legendary Hong Kong action actress Michelle Yeoh! She was the only Bond girl to kick James Bond's butt and not just be his toy lol
5:00 For the record, Jeff Gordon is NOT the winner of the most NASCAR races ever. Richard Petty is. Richard Petty 200 victories David Pearson 105 victories and THEN Jeff Gordon with (compared to Richard Petty) a measly 93 victories.
Y’all should watch Crouching tiger hidden dragon if you like the Chinese culture and mythological cgi but in a more realistic serious movie. Such an incredible movie. Great Reaction
I have no sympathy for the father. For 1000 years he was a tyrant. Using the rings to destroy his components. Just for a short periode with his wife he lifed peacefully. But it was his past which killed his wife. The rings could have been used for good. I think therefore they changed color for Shawn and the signal started. They found a good owner. And i believe that the father was easier falling for the demons false vision was because his soul was not good.
You guys should have watched the 2008 Hulk movie first. That creature in the arena with Wong was an important character, and will be again in a future series too.
Wait, she thought Katie was his sister. She didn’t think it was weird when the grandma asked when are they going to get married or did that accidentally blow past?
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Fun fact,the actor who plays death dealer the ninja with white mask is Andy le who has his own RU-vid channel where they did kung fu scripts and parody’s
Yep, he's a mostly self-taught martial artist as well. Him and his friends' stunt/choreo group are known as Martial Club and their aim is to revive and bring the old school Hong Kong style martial arts action into the modern day.
Mrs October’s personality reminds me of Katy. She was an MVP in this movie. I am waiting impatiently for Shang Chi and Katy to return. Love the reactions Octobers! ✌️😎💕
Imo this is one of the best phase 4 movies. It rarely is surpassed in phase 4 either. Also one of the best antagonists as far as 1 movie antagonists go. Just loved the performance of Tony Leung as Xu. Pretty emotiomal and understandable while still being a bad guy
Regarding night life, etc., cities in Asia tend to be busy all night. They have night markets, so many street food vendors, etc. Granted, I've only been to Taiwan (principally Taipei), Karaoke, Pachinko parlors (a kind of gambling game similar to, but essentially completely different from Pinball), etc.
Your channel is so dope. I think that's what keeps on happening with Batman movies. The fight scenes don't deliver.Portray Bruce wayne as a ninja. As much as i love jon wayne. The fight scenes are bad. Black panther 2 was bad. Go old school. Karen Shepard Cynthia rothrock old school.
Shang-Chi, Guardians of Galaxy vol3, Spiderman No way home, are RARE gems in MCU after Endgame - sadly.... Dr.Stange 2 and Spiderman far way from home are good, rest is meh or bad://
I LOVED this movie so much. Honestly in the theater I didn't want it to end. Great characters, great story, FUNNY, amazing action. This was the first Marvel project I feel could be it's own universe with other Marvel characters visiting. Just a Fantastic movie!
@TheOctobersReact I love your reactions! You two are the cutest couple! I have a couple shows i would love to see you react to. One is "The Vampire Diaries" and the other is "Smallville". TVD is my favorite vampire show. It is a super natural teen drama, but it keeps getting better.. the more you get into it.. And Smallville it is a story about a boy, and his life growing up. I can't really tell you more, because i don't want to spoil anything. But it is a really good show, and i think you guys would get into it.. I love this show! 😊 Have a wonderful day/night or in between!
You mentioned Avatar The Last Air Bender; For some reason I thought you guys had already watched the show. I hope it makes your list of shows to watch. I think you’ll have a lot of people backing that up 😁👍🏼
There are a couple of Disney Plus shows that I might rank higher than this, but this is definitely my second favorite movie in phase 4 ( I enjoyed Spider-Man No Way Home just a little bit more). I agree that this one is very underrated
I don’t know how many know this? But Michele Yeoh also plays a gate guardian in The Mummy III movie against evil and gives up her & her daughers immortality to summon the innnocent souls buried within the Great Wall in order to create an army of undead to fight dragon emperor army.
I don’t know the exact pronunciation of it but those lion things that look like that Pokémon are quill on….I only know this because in back in my world of Warcraft days hunters could tame them as pets.the Pokémon design was most likely based on them
I still don't under why people think this movie is underrated. When it came out it was all the rage. Everybody, or mostly everybody, was singing its praises. There are a handful of people who didn't like it, or at least didn't love it (I am one, I think there's some damaging elements in the plot that cascade throughout the entire film affecting both the characters and story), but that doesn't feel like it's enough to make to film underrated. It just feels like people being upset that some people don't have the same opinion as they do and insisting the movie is misunderstood because of that, despite the majority of people liking the movie.
If you don't read comic books you will be hard pressed to understand any of the comic book inspired movies that have come out since the 1980s. The TV Movies of the 1970s were a little easier to get and they were never that great but fun. Both the Marvel and DC universes have gotten complicated and these movies take a certain amount of exposition to set up the story. This is true for most other science fiction style movies. Dune is a recent example of a very well made couple of movies but very light on setting up the story. If you watch Dune they are great movies but as a viewer if you have not read the books you are sort of dropped into the story without understanding anything about the universe and the director is not one for exposition to explain.
I believe i read somewhere the main actor was a dragon ball z fan and if im not mistaken he uses one of gokus fighting poses! And they referenced dbz at the end! Loved that addition!
He was a baby ? Back in the day 12 year old kings used to fight wars and win . When he was send to kill the person who killed his mother , he didn't do it and ran away like a kitty .
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