Unique, unrepeatable, funny - what epithets have not been applied to Jackie Chan. And this is only a small fraction of all the rave reviews about his personality, because the actor's work is really unique and attractive. During his career, Jackie Chan starred in many famous films, the viewing of which can delight the viewer in modern times.
Jackie Chan's first real success in America came in 1995, when the movie Showdown in the Bronx was released. Here, the actor plays a young guy named Kieng, who, having arrived in New York for his uncle's wedding, manages to get involved in a local mafia showdown and at the same time fall in love with a local girl. The plot unfolds in such a way that the hero of Jackie Chan will also need to save his beloved from the bandits.
Among the famous films with Jackie Chan, the famous trilogy "Rush Hour" (1998, 2001, 2007) stands out. Rescuing the consul's daughter, investigating the explosion of the embassy, fighting the triad - these are the main storylines of each part of the film. A lot of action scenes, sparkling humor of Chan and his partner Chris Tucker only add to the advantages of these films.
In 2000, in the film Shanghai Noon, Chan appeared as Chon Wang, a Chinese man who had come to rescue the princess. For most of the film, viewers watch his relationship with the cowboy Roy O'Bannon (Owen Wilson), the man best at getting into trouble. Getting into various funny alterations, friends still complete the task.
In the 2004 film Around the World in 80 Days, Chan is portrayed as Passepartout's servant, who, in addition to his direct duties, also possesses martial arts skills. The film is based on the book of the same name by Jules Verne with modern interpretations. This picture is a mix of comedy and adventure genre. In the film, the heroes will have to fly around the whole world in a certain number of days. The picture is a lot of funny scenes that can amuse the viewer.
The Forbidden Kingdom (2008) is the first co-production of Jackie Chan and Jet Li. It tells the story of adventures in a fairy-tale kingdom full of magic and wonders. Together with the main character, a teenager Jason, they confront the forces of evil trying to upset the balance in the world.
Among other films with the participation of Jackie Chan, the following films stand out: "Showdown in Hong Kong" (1973), "Drunken Master" (1978), "Police Story" (1985, 1988, 1982), "Armor of God" (1987), "Karate -patsan "(2010).