Dragon Kid (1990)
A 1990 Taiwanese kung fu action film directed by Chou Tan, and the eighth entry in the beloved Taiwanese "Good Kid" martial arts series.
Dragon Kid - Movie Information
- Original Title: 好小子8：笑傲城市
- Release Year: 1990
- Directed by: Chou Tan
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action
- Original Language: Chinese
- Spoken Languages: Mandarin
- Release Date (Theatrical): January 1, 1990 (Taiwan)
- Alternative Titles: Dragon Kid (US)
- Production Countries: Taiwan
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Dragon Kid - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Chou Tan
Main Cast
- Tso Shiao-Hu
- Lin Hsiao-Lao
- Yang Hsiung
- Chia-Hung Tsai
- Lo Ta-Yu
- Ng Yin
- Lung Tien-Hsiang
- Chu Ben-Ke
- Chin Shih-Erh
- Joyce Ni Shu-Chun
Dragon Kid - FAQs
What is Dragon Kid about?
Dragon Kid is a 1990 Taiwanese martial arts action film directed by Chou Tan. Rooted in the kung fu genre, it follows the kind of street-level combat and youthful heroism typical of Taiwanese action cinema of the era, blending energetic fight choreography with an urban adventure spirit.
Who directed Dragon Kid?
Dragon Kid was directed by Chou Tan. The film is part of the broader wave of Taiwanese kung fu action cinema that flourished in the late 1980s and early 1990s, drawing on martial arts traditions popularized across East Asian film industries during that period.
Who are the main actors in Dragon Kid?
The cast features Tso Shiao-Hu, Lin Hsiao-Lao, Yang Hsiung, Chia-Hung Tsai, Lo Ta-Yu, Ng Yin, Lung Tien-Hsiang, Chu Ben-Ke, Chin Shih-Erh, and Joyce Ni Shu-Chun — an ensemble well-versed in the physical demands of Taiwanese martial arts productions.
When was Dragon Kid released?
Dragon Kid hit screens on January 1, 1990, in Taiwan. It arrived during a prolific era for Taiwanese action cinema, when kung fu films were a staple of local entertainment and enjoyed wide distribution across Asian markets.
Is Dragon Kid part of a film series?
Dragon Kid carries the original Chinese title 好小子8：笑傲城市, which translates roughly to “Good Kid 8: Laughing in the City.” The “8” in the title strongly suggests it is the eighth installment in the long-running Taiwanese “Good Kid” (好小子) martial arts film series.
What genre is Dragon Kid?
Dragon Kid is a martial arts action film. It sits squarely within the kung fu genre, a style of filmmaking with deep roots in Chinese-language cinema. Fans of classic Shaw Brothers films or Golden Harvest productions will find familiar energy and fighting spirit here.
What are similar movies to Dragon Kid?
If you enjoyed Dragon Kid, you might also like The Five Venoms (1978), Kid with the Golden Arm (1979), Executioners from Shaolin (1977), Wing Chun (1994), and New Fist of Fury (1976). These films share the same kung fu spirit and classic martial arts choreography.
What language is Dragon Kid in?
Dragon Kid is a Chinese-language film spoken in Mandarin. It was produced in Taiwan and reflects the Mandarin-language martial arts film tradition that distinguished Taiwanese productions from the Cantonese-language films coming out of Hong Kong during the same era.
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