A movie within a movie, created to spoof the martial arts genre. Writer/director Steve Oedekerk uses contemporary characters and splices them into a 1970s kung-fu film, weaving the new and old together. As the main character, The Chosen One, Oedekerk sets off to avenge the deaths of his parents at the hands of kung-fu legend Master Pain. Along the way he encounters some strange characters.
| Year | 2002 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy, Action |
| Director | Steve Oedekerk |
| Runtime | 81 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.4/10 (732 votes) |
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The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.
If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.
For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.
Director: Steve Oedekerk
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.
Steve Oedekerk
The Chosen One
Lung Fei
Master Pain (Betty) (archive footage)
Leo Lee
Young Master Pain
Hsieh Ling-ling
Ling (archive footage)
Lau Kar-Wing
Wimp Lo (archive footage)
Lin Yan
Dying Ling
Chen Hui-Lou
Master Tang (archive footage)
Jennifer Tung
Whoa
Ming Lo
Father
Peggy Lu
Mother
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