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Infinite Kung Fu (2011)

by Kagan McLeod(Favorite Author)

4 of 5 Votes: 4

ISBN

189183083X (ISBN13: 9781891830839)

languge

English

genre

Horror

publisher

Top Shelf Productions

review 1: I really loved this graphic novel! McLeod really delivers on creating a classic martial arts story, and one that any fan or student will appreciate. As a fan of martial arts and films, I really liked the plot in this graphic novel and the different stylized tropes that we have come to know well in each of the different characters. McLeod really hit on some good points of what martial arts and practicing should mean to someone through the character of Yang Lei Kung. My favorite scene is when he is talking with Li Zhao over a meal. I studied martial arts in a school where instructors taught whatever they could to a student as long as the student showed dedication and patience. They also taught all styles and did not discriminate and hold one above the other; they would ... moreoften say what is a great form for one student may not be the same for another--everyone is different, but it is up to them to find the style that is the best for them. So, I can truly appreciate when Yang Lei Kung says, "With a basic knowledge and respect for all styles, one can always hope to counter any technique!" and "A kung fu instructor's greatest accomplishment is to have his student surpass him. It's a pity for some students their teachers keep their best techniques to themselves." Infinite Kung Fu is definitely a great read for anyone of any age who has an any kind of interest in martial arts.
review 2: I would say this is definitely a book for those who grew up with a strong love of Kung Fu films. There were plot elements that I found to be very cheesy, but I think that it's related to that genre of cinema, which I plan to drown myself in this year. There was quite a plethora of characters and I enjoyed the window we got to look into and climb into in regards to learning about Chinese mythos. I pay a lot of attention to the representation of POCs and women in anything I read and the attempt to include blaxploitation, which is connected with kung fu cinema in the US, was greatly appreciated. However, I felt the presence of women was very weak and the women served relatively weak roles except for the character Windy.In any case, the main selling point for me was the art. I work at a comic shop and while I was busy doing whatever task, I hadn't noticed that my boss tossed two copies of this onto the shelf. I found myself mesmerized by the brush strokes and the strong usage of ink, especially given that I enjoy that medium and continually incorporate it into my own art work. When one copy slipped under my nose, I grabbed the other, flipped through it and was entranced by the art work: I had to have it. I immediately purchased the comic.I would greatly suggest this comic, especially to those who enjoy kung fu and the loose brushwork. The plot and the world pulled me in a little, and I'll admit that this mostly has 4 stars because of the strong art work. I don't regret this purchase though: I will definitely be staying the panel layouts and the application of brush work. less

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