Linbeymusol Wonderful character development!

Titreenp SERIOUSLY. This is what the crap Hollywood still puts out?

Smartorhypo Highly Overrated But Still Good

Reptileenbu Did you people see the same film I saw?

Comeuppance Reviews Ray (MC Kung Fu) is a carefree rapping lothario who is also adept at martial arts. He spends his time rhyming everything he says and hanging out with his two "Home Dogs" Rick (Williams) and Philthy (Phillips). When not chatting up the ladies at the local dive, he's getting into fights with people of various ethnicities. His life changes when he meets Tina (Barbour), a "fly honey" of the first order. He gives up his womanizing ways after he falls in love with her. There is a problem, however: Tina's abusive ex-boyfriend John (Haran) isn't prepared to let her out of his iron fist and he wants revenge on Ray. You know he's evil because a. he's white, b. he beats Tina and c. he doesn't even rhyme everything he says. What a chump. As you'll see, John gives new meaning to the term "insanely jealous". Amidst all his many problems, will Ray be "dope" enough to come out on top? City Dragon is really something. Yes, it's shot on video and everything from the acting to the editing and everything in between is incredibly amateurish and incoherent...but that would be missing the point entirely! Philthy Phil Phillips, a multi-talented man, actually made this movie and got it into stores. Sure, the movie isn't technically perfect, but you must see it to believe it. Ray/MC Kung Fu is like some sort of out-of-control cross between Saturday Night Live's Fred Armisen and Wordsworth the cat from the old Heathcliff cartoon. And where did they find the guy who plays Rick (the self-described "wigger")? Presumably this isn't the same John Williams who composed the score to Star Wars (1977) Although we're still not entirely sure. With his bug-eyed, super-fast rhyming style and whiteness, he predates Eminem by many years. But where are John Williams' millions of dollars and record deal? Injustice I tell you. Injustice.The clothes are phenomenal. Ray's wardrobe alone is amazing. He mainly wears a barely-existent muscle shirt in his daily life (which he is constantly taking off and doesn't even bother to pick up off the ground after his fights, he must have a closet full of them), but when he really wants to hit the town and look classy, he simply puts an over-sized silver sport coat over his black tank top. And that's just one character.But what's really unusual about City Dragon (besides everything I've just described) is how the plot moves from upbeat rapping and fun to become a family drama which tackles many serious themes: gangs, violence, domestic abuse, family strife, abortion, workplace harassment, blackmail and all manner of racial animus. Not to mention how you shouldn't step on someone's miniature ice cream cone or spill their soda unless you are looking for grievous bodily harm. Why Philthy would think audiences wanted to see MC Kung Fu's domestic and workplace issues remains unclear.The saga of Ray makes for a one-of-a-kind movie. You may love it, you may hate it, but you can't ignore it. Well, you COULD, but you shouldn't. The "home movie" style may grate on some viewers, but the movie is funny and unique. Plus you can usually find it for a dollar or less on DVD. Unfortunately, the alcohol you will probably want to go along with the movie is sold separately.For a movie that makes Cool As Ice (1991) look like A Clockwork Orange (1971) don't hesitate to make yourself an unofficial "Home Dog" and watch City Dragon.for more insanity, please visit: comeuppancereviews.com

mooncat335 We found this for a pound in our local video shop, and I'm not sure it was even worth that! The story focuses on Ray, a work-hard-play-hard fighter from LA and his two homies, 'Philthy' Phil and self-proclaimed 'wigger' Rick. All three of these inexplicably speak in rhyme and spend the first half of the film chatting up women with their corny rapping skills. Enter Tina, a comically dressed young woman who has just escaped from her abusive boyfriend. Falling for Ray, then finding out that she's pregnant with her ex's baby(or a cushion...), the pair decided to get married and make a go of it. The film then becomes a completely different film where we are privy to Ray and Tina's already failing marriage, Tina's ex's adventures in a mental institution, Ray's 'well meaning' infidelity, and his irritating friends foibles. The final showdowns consist of Ray beating up a group of about ten men (One of which is sporting a 'Genuine Mickey Mouse' sweater) then chasing Tina's baby-stealing ex up to the top of the building. Although the final fight goes on far too long, the best part comes when John the ex places Tina's baby (a rubber doll) on the floor and Ray accidentally tramples on in when he goes to fight him. All the acting, sound quality, production values, sets, and music could not be worse, but if you want a laugh when you're drunk, this is the film for you!

drtturner I read the reviews for this film and I was considering buying this at the dollar store that carries it, however my mind changed when I found a great alternative on television 1 minute later that I was able to record for FREE. It is called Master Demon (1991) and although it is in Spanish, the acting is so hilariously overdone with dialog that alternates between missing and grunting, you hardly notice what language it is in. While recording portions of this movie, I read your reviews on City Dragon and it is pretty safe to say we are talking two of a kind. Tacky editing, A muscle bound he-man woman dressed in scantily clad leather, villains who appear to be wearing a grotesque version of a Nixon mask, but with no explanation or reference to it, we are suppose to think that it is a real face. One guys karate move was to turn his back and wait a literal 5 seconds for the opponent to karate chop him to the now exposed region. Where did he learn that move ? Again, another laugh out loud so dismal it is actually good film.

bil101ez73 Where do I begin to comment on such a masterpiece?! This is the funniest kung-fu movie EVER!!! Anyone named MC Kung Fu has my vote, for what, that is a different story. This awful Kung Fu wannabe couldn't fight his way out of a paperback, but the choreographed fighting scenes are historical beyond belief. MC fights everyone and there mother (it looks as if one of the bad guys is Howard Stern, could it be him?). With such characters as Philthy Phil, Ray, and Queen Mary (yes a man!) this is a must have in your cheap DVD collection.The single best part of this movie is Philthy Phil. The name says it all. He is a rapping fool with a great dance and rap scene with his big hit that no one has ever heard, "Night Swim". What a classic, I hope someone remakes it soon.This movie is definitely worth watching for a huge laugh.