Ip Man 2
Well Go | Release Date: January 28, 2011
7.6
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Generally favorable reviews based on 99 Ratings
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MrSteerFeb 6, 2011
Not as good as the first Ip Man, however, still worth a watch. Seems a little bit more "hollywood" than the first film, particularly in the plot line, but again what do you expect? The fight scenes are still very good, so definitely worthNot as good as the first Ip Man, however, still worth a watch. Seems a little bit more "hollywood" than the first film, particularly in the plot line, but again what do you expect? The fight scenes are still very good, so definitely worth watching if you're into kung fu films. DVD Rental: Yeah, why not.… Expand
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1966ZodiacJul 8, 2011
Very Good movie. Not nearly as good as the first but still good. It felt like the second half of the movie basically just copied Rocky IV. I mean if anybody has seen Rocky 4 they would know what I mean. I still recommend this movie though andVery Good movie. Not nearly as good as the first but still good. It felt like the second half of the movie basically just copied Rocky IV. I mean if anybody has seen Rocky 4 they would know what I mean. I still recommend this movie though and would advise people to see the first one. Please don't listen to the critics despite the metacritic score the first one is better(in my opinion anyways).… Expand
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GilgafishFeb 11, 2011
Ip Man 2 is a great sequel to the first. It has skillfully choreographed fight scenes mixed in with the history of Ip Man. I was happy and excited to see some familiar faces appear left and right. All in all, a great addition to the Ip ManIp Man 2 is a great sequel to the first. It has skillfully choreographed fight scenes mixed in with the history of Ip Man. I was happy and excited to see some familiar faces appear left and right. All in all, a great addition to the Ip Man track just falling right below the first Ip Man film.… Expand
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TapashDec 29, 2020
Is great I really enjoyed the last fight it's a great martial arts movie ever
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8
duhhitscolinMar 9, 2011
Ip Man 2 lived up to the hype that followed after the success of the first movie. The suspense will never be as great as the first as the war is already over. However, the movie makers were able to successfully create a whole new feeling ofIp Man 2 lived up to the hype that followed after the success of the first movie. The suspense will never be as great as the first as the war is already over. However, the movie makers were able to successfully create a whole new feeling of "fighting for survival" that was the theme for the first movie, this time in a more subtle way. It wasn't literal anymore - to survive the war - but to be able to "live"… Expand
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HalfwelshmanJan 27, 2012
Ip Man 2 delivers equal thrills in terms of perfectly choreographed, heart-thumping fight sequences, but steps up a gear from the first in terms of character development and drama. Donnie Yen is still brilliant as Master Ip, who becomes quiteIp Man 2 delivers equal thrills in terms of perfectly choreographed, heart-thumping fight sequences, but steps up a gear from the first in terms of character development and drama. Donnie Yen is still brilliant as Master Ip, who becomes quite a compelling protagonist who goes on a real emotional journey over the course of the film, and the dreams of many a martial arts fanatic are realised as Sammo Hung not only reprises his role as lead fight choreographer, but also fights Yen in a stunning sequence with Ip and Hung balancing on a loose tabletop. Like with the first film, the villains are laughably stereotyped - having demonised the Japanese in the first film, director Wilson Yip this time turns the judgemental finger on the British. I can understand the anger that many Chinese and Hong Kong people will have for the various nations that have victimised them over the centuries, but the idea of the fim's finale - an "Eastern vs Western" boxing match is a little too ridiculous for me to stomach. Ip Man 2 is still a thoroughly entertaining film as a whole though, and is much more developed and consistent than the first film. Let's just hope one day Bruce Lee's family give permission to allow someone to tell the story of Grand Master Ip training Lee - that's the story we all really want to see told on the big screen.… Expand
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Matty_KJan 15, 2012
An awesome follow up of the first movie. I thought that maybe the second movie would be a bit stretched out, but they seem to have a great formula for great kung fu movies. Hopefully they make another
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OfficialNov 4, 2013
"Ip Man 2" is equally as good as the first one. The fight scenes are entertaining and are very well choreographed by Sammo Hung. But what both "Ip Man" and "Ip Man 2" needs to work on is the script.
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Compi24Nov 19, 2018
Wilson Yip may be laying the pro-Chinese underpinnings on a little bit thick in this follow up to his 2008 martial arts achievement, "Ip Man," but that doesn't mean "Ip Man 2" isn't the almost ceaselessly watchable, largely enjoyable watchWilson Yip may be laying the pro-Chinese underpinnings on a little bit thick in this follow up to his 2008 martial arts achievement, "Ip Man," but that doesn't mean "Ip Man 2" isn't the almost ceaselessly watchable, largely enjoyable watch that it is. Donnie Yen proves once again that his likability and physical prowess can know no bounds. And with Sammo Hung returning to provide the legendary choreography that made the first "Ip Man" so transcendent in quality, you've got yourself a must watch. Again, it's a bit over-the-top in its representation of Britain's dealings in Hong Kong during the 1940's, but a terrific piece of popcorn entertainment overall.… Expand
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ToffenuffNov 3, 2013
Good sequel, but not as great as the first. The fight sequences are still excellent and well worth watching this film for if nothing else. But the story is still decent and as usual the characters and acting are well done (for a martialGood sequel, but not as great as the first. The fight sequences are still excellent and well worth watching this film for if nothing else. But the story is still decent and as usual the characters and acting are well done (for a martial arts-centric film).… Expand
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RAEDALSDIMay 15, 2013
Less than the first part, but it does not mean it was bad true that there greatly exaggerated in strength and a goodness of the teacher ip and the story looks traditional and non-new seems in many cases similar to the film FEARLESSLess than the first part, but it does not mean it was bad true that there greatly exaggerated in strength and a goodness of the teacher ip and the story looks traditional and non-new seems in many cases similar to the film FEARLESS representative of China Jet Li and then the other can be predict eventually the film is a beautiful trip in the love of others tolerance and not to surrender and defend the homeland… Expand
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JB562Jan 23, 2016
A great sequel to its predecessor and ups the ante by showing the problems of the Hong Kong Chinese people being oppressed by foreigners. It's an epic struggle for survival in this Kung Fu film.
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DiptanshuMay 5, 2020
Epic,action-packed entertaining sequel!Great music and theme,amazing acting,story was Decent nice follow up to prequel and screenplay was great unlike 1st one this felt engaging and nice certain flow to story,Action scenes were MasterpieceEpic,action-packed entertaining sequel!Great music and theme,amazing acting,story was Decent nice follow up to prequel and screenplay was great unlike 1st one this felt engaging and nice certain flow to story,Action scenes were Masterpiece every fight was awesome specially the table master fight the jumps,the fast-paced hand to hand punches that was another level of intensity.the another master change of mind was amazing and nice side elements like news papers and whole foreigner conflicts and school.ending was great death was sad,win was great and That Cameo literally I was surprised and chilled it was awesome!Overall it was action-packed Entertaining Amazing Sequel!… Expand
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