Over the years, the contributions of the film industry around the world have had a significant impact on people’s lives. Aside from making fictional, real-life-based movies or documentaries, their evolution has been top-notch. Specifically, there have been films on sports like basketball, soccer, or baseball. The list can go on.
Speaking of soccer, there are a few movies to quote. However, the famous movie Shaolin Soccer is the one that crosses everyone’s mind. It is a film that has been watched by almost everyone. Even individuals who don’t have any definite interest in soccer have watched it. Well, fans of the movie may be thrilled to hear the latest announcement from its director.
Director of Shaolin Soccer announces the next installment of the movie
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Get ready, Shaolin Soccer fans, as you may get to see another installment of the legendary movie. Well, it isn’t the cliched part two of the first series; instead, the new movie is set to come with a mind-blowing twist. This time, the filmmakers are planning to make a movie dedicated to women’s soccer.
Believe it or not, this comes from the mouth of the film’s director, Stephen Chow, who recently announced his plans for the new project. On the occasion of his 61st birthday, Chow went to his Instagram account to unveil the initial draft of his upcoming project, titled “Shaolin Women’s Soccer.”
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The comedy filmmaker wrote, “Here is my birthday wish. To spend a good time with so many pretty girls (young, beautiful, smart, curvy, ATHLETIC). All countries are welcomed. The more the better! For those who are qualified, please send recent photos and detail info to mediacvinfo@gmail.com.” He then added, “Photoshopped photo will never work. It will be condemned by us and by the United Nations.”
It seems he initially planned to break the news in the entertainment world. His announcement has captured the attention of netizens, who can’t wait for the upcoming movie. After all, the first one was itself a major hit.
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The first part grossed millions
Everyone must be looking forward to seeing the women’s Shaolin Soccer. Of course, the iconic movie deserved another installment, given how the first one responded. Released in 2001, the film earned $42,776,760 worldwide and became a top-grossing film at that time. Indeed, it is quite a remarkable number to achieve if we look at the year.
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Interestingly, Shaolin Soccer was one of Stephen’s final acting projects before transitioning to a focus on directing. The movie features Stephen as a Shaolin kungfu master who reunites with his five brothers to utilize their skills in playing soccer, aiming to popularize the arts among the general public. Shaolin Women’s Soccer marks Chow’s return to filmmaking after directing “The New King of Comedy” in 2019.
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