Out this summer, Man of Tai Chi brings Keanu Reeves to the big screen once more, while also displaying his directorial debut.There's never a bad time for a good US-American crossover flick so prep yourself for a martial arts collaboration that will showcase Keanu Reeves as a western businessman turned fighter in the heart of Asia.
In the midst of Beijing's urban bustle, ambitious young 'Tiger' Chen Lin-Hu (Tiger Chen) works as a lowly courier; but after work, he is a young martial arts star, rising through the ranks representing the Ling Kong Tai Chi tradition. He has crafted the stealthy, peaceful movements of Tai Chi and sculpted them to suit martial arts' competitive fighting world. Jumping to another central city of pandemonium and chaos, Donaka Mark (Keanu Reeves) is evading the police in Hong Kong while running an underground fight club where cold hard cash is made by defeating one's opponent in a no-holds barred fight privately broadcast to wealthy patrons. Looking for a new 'star', Donaka tries to lure Tiger with the promise of easy money. Entrance into this world brings out the darkest side of Chen Lin-Hu, but he needs the cash. His skill saves him in the ring but can he fight and maintain his integrity and good nature?
The film stars Keanu Reeves, Tiger Chen, Karen Mok, Iko Uwais and Simon Yam. Check out the Man of Tai Chi trailer exclusive to entertainment.ie available from tomorrow morning 9am. It's time to see someone look ruthless and elegant as a swan simultaneously.
