‘Shanghai, Shanghai’, also known as ‘The Shanghai Encounter’, brings together some of the brightest stars of 1980s Hong Kong cinema, including kung fu icons Yuen Biao and Sammo Hung. The film also features singing stars Anita Mui and Sandy Lam, both in their debut action roles. This stunt-filled thriller was shot on some amazing intricate sets and locations, and directed by Hong Kong polymath actor, musician and film-maker Teddy Robin. The film has attracted a deserved fan following in the years since its release, and is now a bona fide cult classic.

Reel East is proud to present this fact-packed feature-length commentary from director Teddy Robin and Asian cinema expert Bey Logan. From the hidden Reel East fortress  in Hong Kong, this dynamic duo delivers new facts, background and observations about a Hong Kong movie classic.

Teddy Robin first made his name as a 1960s Hong Kong pop idol, before moving into the movie world as a performer and director, his hits as an actor include ‘All the Wrong Clues’ and ‘To Spy with Love’, and as a director  ‘All the Wrong Spies’ and ‘The Legend of Wisely’.

Bey Logan has worked with numerous companies to promote Chinese martial arts cinema in the worldwide market. He has recorded over 200 DVD commentaries and is likely the most prolific and well-known film commentator worldwide.

These film commentaries were formerly only available as DVD/ Blu-ray bonus features, you can now enjoy these  insights simply by playing the commentary while watching your own copy, existing copy or any copy of the movie, or even listen to it while driving, bathing or drinking. You will hear everything about the making of, film locations, history and origin of the story and kung fu style, and many more, about the film.

Note: The start of the commentary syncs with the Golden Harvest logo at the start of the film. A purchase provides the customer 5 downloads within 30 days