This DVD has been tested and plays great. Set in 1940s Shanghai, the film follows Sing, a small-time crook who aspires to join the infamous Axe Gang, a ruthless criminal organization that rules the city. In an attempt to prove himself, Sing stirs up trouble in Pig Sty Alley, a rundown slum secretly home to several kung fu masters. As tensions rise, an all-out battle ensues, revealing incredible martial arts abilities and mystical powers. Sing undergoes a journey of self-discovery and transformation, eventually emerging as an unlikely hero with extraordinary skills. • Visual Style: Combines classic kung fu movie tropes with Looney Tunes-style slapstick, CGI effects, and exaggerated action sequences. • Critical Acclaim: Praised for its originality, action choreography, and humor. • Awards: Won and was nominated for numerous international film awards. • Box Office: A major hit in Asia and gained cult status worldwide. • The film pays homage to traditional Hong Kong martial arts cinema. • Many actors in the film were real-life martial arts stars from past decades. • Stephen Chow is also known for other hits like Shaolin Soccer. This movie is a great blend of humor and martial arts, with a unique style that makes it stand out in the action-comedy genre. Ships quickly from South Carolina.