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Watch it twice. First, watch the English dub (Sony version) to get the jokes without distraction. Then watch it again in Cantonese with literal subtitles to understand the depth of the parody. Only then will you truly have mastered the "English version of Kung Fu Hustle ." Have you seen the rare Dragon Dynasty dub? Or do you swear by the original Cantonese? Let us know in the comments below. english version of kung fu hustle
If you are studying film or want to understand Stephen Chow’s true writing style, hunt down the subtitled English version. But be warned—the cultural references will fly over your head unless you know 1970s Hong Kong cinema. The "Dragon Dynasty" DVD Dub (A Lost Relic) Between the Sony dub and the raw subtitles lies a rare hybrid known as the Dragon Dynasty dub (released on a specific 2-disc DVD set in 2006). This is the holy grail for collectors. Aggressive localization
He isn't wrong. The English version of Kung Fu Hustle loses the specific musicality of the original language. However, unlike most foreign films, Kung Fu Hustle is a visual slapstick film. 70% of the comedy is visual—the eyes popping out of heads, the cartoonish running, the exaggerated falls. Then watch it again in Cantonese with literal