Tribute to the 'Man'

You don’t have to know much about martial arts to know that Donnie Yen delivers a roundhouse kick of a performance in “Ip Man.”

The film is a portrayal of the life of the grandmaster Ip Man, whose disciples include international star Bruce Lee.

The predominant style of martial arts featured is Wing Chun, a form of self-defense and close-range combat Ip Man helped spread during his lifetime.

The movie takes place in the grandmaster’s hometown of Foshan, a city renowned for its martial arts, and begins at the brink of the 1937 Japanese invasions.

Within an hour and a half, Ip Man restores not only the honor of Foshan, but also even the entire besieged Chinese country. The irony is that the hero’s style is passive and rooted, juxtaposing persistent opponents and escalating war.

“Ip Man” is a must-see for martial arts fans and action-movie buffs alike.