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The plotline may sound familiar: Two mismatched cops are assigned as reluctant partners to solve a crime. Culturally they are complete opposites, and they quickly realize they can't stand each other. One (Jackie Chan) believes in doing things by the book. He is a man with integrity and nerves of steel. The other (Chris Tucker) is an amiable rebel who can't stand authority figures. He's a man who has to do everything on his own, much to the displeasure of his superior officer, who in turn thinks this cop is a loose cannon but tolerates him because he gets the job done. Directed by Brett Ratner, Rush Hour doesn't break any new ground in terms of story, stunts, or direction. It rehashes just about every "buddy" movie ever made--in fact, it makes films such as Tango and Cash seem utterly original and clever by comparison. So, why did this uninspired movie make over $120 million at the box office? Was the whole world suffering from temporary insanity? Hardly. The explanation for the success of Rush Hour is quite simple: chemistry. The casting of veteran action maestro Jackie Chan with the charming and often hilarious Chris Tucker was a serendipitous stroke of genius. Fans of Jackie Chan may be slightly disappointed by the lack of action set pieces that emphasize his kung-fu craft. On the other hand, those who know the history of this seasoned Hong Kong actor will be able to appreciate that Rush Hour was the mainstream breakthrough that Chan had deserved for years. Coupled with the charismatic scene-stealer Tucker, Chan gets to flex his comic muscles to great effect. From their first scenes together to the trademark Chan outtakes during the end credits, their ability to play off of one another is a joy to behold, and this mischievous interaction is what saves the film from slipping into the depths of pitiful mediocrity.Read full review
This is the first installment, of a three movie set. Starring Jackie Chan, as a Hong Kong Police Inspector Li, and his zany counterpart James Carter Los Angeles Police Detective, played by, comedian/actor Chris Tucker. As they chase, a crime boss, known as Juntao, across the streets of Los Angeles, California. Lots of laughs, and action movie stunts, like never captured on film before. Jackie Chan, is the Master of action movie stunts, and performs all of his own, without the aid of a double. Which is why, he has, more broken bones, than Evil Knievel. But a movie that is action packed, stunt filled, laugh out loud, and throw in a crazy style of a movie plot, catagory type of story line. Watch it and you will watch it again and again. Great for watching anytime. Thanks
Great Rush Hour 1998 Film DVD thanks so much .
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This was a great pairing.... that of Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker! I have seen Jackie a few times at conventions and he is as nice in person as he appears on the screen! My wife and I both love his movies!! This was so good of a pairing, I figured that would do so again, as not all of Jackie's latest movies have made it big in the States! Worth watching and also buying for your Jackie Chan Film Library !!
This movie was funny, had action and drama. Was worth the price of seeing it. It stars Chris Rock as a LAPD and Jackie Chan as a Hong Kong police detective assigned to retrieve the Hong Kong embassador's daughter. The movie starts with the daughter getting kidnapped then the embassador has his friend fly in to help with the search. Enters Chris Rock's character who wants to work for the FBI. He is assigned to guard the HK detective, thus starts all the high jinks, drama, and comedy. Well worth it!
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