King Kung Fu (1976) - Movie Mondays - Episode 10

Join Wes and Nick as they bravely navigate the perplexing world of King Kung Fu, a film that doubles as a Wichita, Kansas commercial with an unusual premise. In this episode, we dissect a movie so bafflingly odd that it might make you question the sanity of its creators—and whether it’s worth your time to watch.

Plot:

In a remote monastery in China, a remarkable talking gorilla named King Kung Fu has been trained in the ancient and esteemed art of kung fu. After mastering his combat skills, King Kung Fu is sent on a mission to America to showcase the might and grace of Chinese martial arts to the Western world. However, things take a turn for the bizarre when he finds himself passing through Kansas.

Enter a pair of bumbling reporters who spot King Kung Fu and quickly see him as their golden ticket to fame and fortune. They believe that by capturing footage of the kung fu gorilla, they can achieve instant success. But as luck would have it, King Kung Fu outsmarts them and escapes, setting off a chaotic chase across the Kansas plains.

Soon, the entire region is embroiled in a wild pursuit, with everyone trying to catch the elusive Shaolin simian. From slapstick antics to absurd plot twists, this film is a whirlwind of questionable decisions and comedic mishaps.

In this episode, Wes and Nick offer a candid review of this long, Wichita-centric commercial masquerading as a movie. We’ll break down the film’s ludicrous elements, laugh at its baffling scenes, and warn you of the potential dangers of investing your time in such a cinematic curiosity. Get ready for a ride through one of the most perplexing films we’ve encountered, and learn why sometimes, it’s best to stick to movies that make a bit more sense.

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