Red Trousers: The Life of the Hong Kong Stuntmen
Tai Seng Video Marketing | Release Date: March 5, 2004 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
50
METASCORE
Mixed or average reviews based on 12 Critic Reviews
Positive:
4
Mixed:
7
Negative:
1

Critic Reviews

Critic scorePublicationBy date
80
Los Angeles TimesKevin Thomas
So engaging and illuminating that it is enjoyable even for those unfamiliar with one of cinema's most dynamic forms. Read full review
70
The Hollywood ReporterMichael Rechtshaffen
An often intriguing documentary, albeit one with wires attached. Read full review
67
Seattle Post-IntelligencerSean Axmaker
A loving tribute to Hong Kong stuntmen by one of their own, the directorial debut of stuntman-turned-actor Robin Shou ("Mortal Kombat") is a wince-inducing behind-the-scenes look at the way contemporary Hong Kong action cinema is created. Read full review
63
Boston GlobeWesley Morris
Fills you with a healthy respect for the men and women gladly risking their lives for your entertainment. The film itself works best with its into-the-camera reminiscences and on-the-set mishaps. Read full review
60
The A.V. ClubTasha Robinson
Shou focuses on a meaty subject, and he has an insider's access to the world he's exploring. But his behind-the-scenes film doesn't spend nearly enough time behind the scenes. Read full review
50
Chicago ReaderTed Shen
Robin Shou frequently cuts to scenes from one of his recent movies, adding to the impression that this is a vanity reel. Read full review
50
L.A. WeeklyJohn Powers
Brave, gifted, haunted and poor, these kids are so heartbreaking that you wish Shou had the good sense to give their lives the attention he lavishes on himself. Read full review
50
San Francisco ChronicleCarla Meyer
Offers a lively but jumbled insider's view of a world of great talent and greater risk. Read full review
50
Chicago TribuneEllen Fox
As its awkward subtitle suggests, the execution is more than a little sloppy. Read full review
50
Chicago Sun-TimesRoger Ebert
All of this has a fascination, and yet Red Trousers is a jumbled and unsatisfying documentary. Read full review
40
VarietyDennis Harvey
An awkward blend of documentary and genre pic. Read full review
30
Washington PostMark Jenkins
For a quicker and more startling survey of Hong Kong stunts gone wrong, just check out the blooper clips that conclude any '80s Chan flick. Read full review
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