Mary Kassel is a Senior Lists Writer at Screen Rant and a contributor to the site's Reviews section as well. Kassel studied film and television in college and emphasizes theory and analysis in their work. Additionally, they focus this analysis on intersectionality and the experience of artists from all walks of life.
Animation is a medium that lends itself to almost every genre, and when it comes to action, specifically kung fu movies, the possibilities for animators are endless. In animated films, the laws of physics and the boundaries of the natural world can be pushed to create even more incredible feats than those seen in live-action. While the martial arts styles of old-school kung fu movies inform how animators create their models and character designs, they also get to try new techniques.
Mulan is far from perfect, but it did achieve its goal of communicating to its young audience the power and strength women hold. This theme is present thanks to the strong characterization of Mulan. There are few iconic female kung fu heroes throughout cinema history, though the best female-led martial arts movies are some of the greatest in the genre. However, these films are typically too mature and violent for kids, and children should get to see heroes like Mulan on their screens.
Though it has elements of contemporary humor and dialogue, The Monkey King's narrative unfolds like a traditional fable, with a clear moral lesson waiting for the viewer at the story's conclusion. The animation style of The Monkey King doesn't leave the viewer with a moment to catch their breath, always racing to the next scene, but this is in line with the relentless energy of the Monkey King himself.
Like other movie adaptations of video games, Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie uses the world of the game and creates interesting new stories based on existing lore. The success of the film bolstered the popularity of the games, as the fighting techniques on display in the movie make the audience want to join in on the fun. Leaving off on a cliffhanger, Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie left the door open for sequel films and games, cementing the franchise's acclaim.
6 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem The latest iteration of the TMNT franchise exceeds expectations Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 Your Rating5 stars4.5 stars4 stars3.5 stars3 star2.5 stars2 stars1.5 stars1 stars0.5 star Rate Now Submit Rate Now Edit Leave a ReviewNot available
A box-office smash, the success with audiences isn't the only reason that Mutant Mayhem will stand the test of time in the animated kung fu genre. Recently, the film got its own spinoff series set in the same universe, and the voice cast of Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles shares many of the great actors from the original movie. The action and fight choreography are well executed but don't depart from the genial and family-friendly tone of the project.
This makes Kubo and the Two Strings great for younger audiences and filled with suspense that will thrill viewers new to the kung fu genre without being too scary. Kubo, the protagonist, tells stories of his father and mother's epic love and battle against the moon king, and it's here that techniques seen in live-action martial arts films are present. It's a sentimental movie with a deep emotional impact, making it one of the best stop-motion movies to come out since Coraline.
Emotionally, Afro Samurai: Resurrection is even more devastating than the TV series because it sees Afro truly accept the death of his father and face the fact that the violence of life is cyclical. Samuel L. Jackson brings both Afro and Ninja Ninja to life with his voice acting, though Jackson is able to make each character completely unique. Jackson is joined by Lucy Liu and Mark Hamill in the voice cast, making the film as star-studded as it is visually engaging.
2 Ninja Scroll Set in Edo period Japan, Ninja Scroll is a visual triumph As one of the most popular anime movies of the 1990s, Ninja Scroll has been highly influential in both the live-action and animation fields of martial arts movies. Set during the Edo period in Japan, Ninja Scroll hasn't reached the level of fame that similar works like Akira or Ghost in the Shell have, but for fans of the genre, Ninja Scroll is essential viewing.
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