Once Upon a Time in China (1991)

In late 19th-century Canton, legendary hero Wong Fei-Hung battles foreign forces' (English, French and American) plundering of China. When Aunt Yee returns from America totally westernised, Wong assumes the role of protector. This proves difficult when his martial arts school and local militia become involved in fierce battles with foreign and local governments. As violence escalates, even Aunt Yee has to question her new western ideals, but is it possible to fight guns with Kung Fu?

Genres: Action, Drama

What to watch after Once Upon a Time in China

• Tai Chi Master (1993) — Same subject: martial arts, kung fu
• Project A (1983) — Same subject: martial arts, 19th century
• The Legend (1993) — Same subject: kung fu
• Shaolin (2011) — Same feel: dramatic, assertive
• Fist of Legend (1994) — Two steps away in the credits
• Swordsman II (1992) — Tsui Hark wrote for both