Iron Monkey (1993 film)

Iron Monkey is a 1993 Hong Kong martial arts film directed by Yuen Woo-ping, starring Donnie Yen, Yu Rongguang, and Jean Wang. It presents a fictionalized account of the youth of Wong Fei-hung's father, Wong Kei-ying, and an anonymous Robin Hood-like figure known as Iron Monkey.

The film is set in Qing Dynasty China and revolves around two main protagonists. Wong Kei-ying, a physician and martial artist, is mistaken for the Iron Monkey, a masked vigilante who steals from the rich and corrupt officials to give to the poor. The real Iron Monkey is a physician by day and a masked hero by night, fighting to protect the common people from injustice.

The story follows Wong Kei-ying as he becomes embroiled in the search for the Iron Monkey, while simultaneously trying to clear his own name. He eventually teams up with the Iron Monkey to fight against a corrupt government official and his Shaolin monk enforcers, who seek to exploit and control the region.

Iron Monkey is known for its fast-paced action sequences, intricate choreography, and themes of social justice and heroism. The film blends elements of wuxia and kung fu genres, showcasing the exceptional martial arts skills of its cast. It was a critical and commercial success in Hong Kong and gained international recognition, leading to its release in the United States and other countries. It's considered a classic of the Hong Kong action cinema.