Ong Bak Details

Tony Jaa is shaping up to take the martial art crown

Muay Thai - a particularly effective Thailand based martial art. This film has it and isn't afraid to use it.

The plot is fairly simple, but who wants complicated plots when the action is so smooth and in so much abundance.

A martial art film for martial art fans, lightly humoured and finally hitting our shores.

The film sometimes looks like a showcase for Tony Jaa, who, if the rumours are correct, could be the next Bruce Lee but definately the next Jackie Chan.

If you are growing tired of blue screen, unrealistic effects, too much wire work then this is the film for you. NO WIRES, NO STUNT DOUBLES and NO CGI!

Look to the east for more action films, Thailand should be sitting proudly next to Hong Kong. America beware - your Hollywood glory days are numbered.

(Who needs to be disappointed by Star Wars when quality viewing like this is available)

[Highly rated reviewer]

Sensational stunts marking the demise of wire-fu

Tony Jaa, hailed as the new Bruce Lee and from watching some of the stunts and fight scenes in this film it's not difficult to see why. A genuine physical talent in the movie world and worth a look at if you're into martial arts films. This film is pretty straight forward martial arts gubbins and is a good showcase for both his fighting ability and athleticism. The parts of the film when there isn't any action are pretty dull, straight-to-video scenes but the action elevates into a film that's interesting to see this guy's skill.