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The Medallion [2003] | ![The Medallion [2003]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/516H0SEPJQL._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Gordon Chan
Actors: Jackie Chan, Lee Evans, Claire Forlani, Julian Sands, John Rhys-davies
Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Category: DVD
List Price: £19.99
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Rating:  13 reviews
Format: Pal, Widescreen
Languages: Bulgarian (Subtitled), Czech (Subtitled), Danish (Subtitled), Dutch (Subtitled), English (Subtitled), Finnish (Subtitled), Greek (Subtitled), Hindi (Subtitled), Hungarian (Subtitled), Icelandic (Subtitled), Norwegian (Subtitled), Polish (Subtitled), Romanian (Subtitled), Russian (Subtitled), Swedish (Subtitled), English (Original Language)
Rating: Parental Guidance
Region: 2
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 88 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5035822354739
ASIN: B000171RCC
Theatrical Release Date: August 22, 2003
Release Date: March 22, 2004
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
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| Editorial Reviews:
The inspired pairing of Jackie Chan and British comedian Lee Evans (Funny Bones) gives The Medallion some extra oomph. Hong Kong agent Eddie Yang (Chan) flies to Ireland to track down a very bad guy named Snakehead (Julian Sands, Warlock, exuding his dependable oily menace) who has kidnapped a young boy with the power of life and death. When Eddie dies protecting the boy, the boy resurrects him with a magical medallion--and when Eddie comes back, he's got supernatural powers, much to the befuddlement of his former partner, Arthur (Evans). Along for the ride is Eddie's old flame, Nicole (Claire Forlani, i>Mystery Men<), wearing tight outfits and delivering high-kicks. Chan has lost the astonishing elasticity of his youth, but he's still spry enough to pull some dazzling moves, and Evans is just amazingly funny. Between the two, The Medallion is far more entertaining than you might expect. --Bret Fetzer
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| Customer Reviews:
 So Much fun that's not to be taken seriously! March 11, 2004
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
'The Medallion' is one of those movies to fill a spare hour and a half. As in many action films, the plot is forgotten and essentially it's just a setup for the fights and action. People assume that every Jackie Chan film will have hardcore martial arts fighting, but this is not true. Chan has never been a Kung Fu master, however he's always been a Kung Fool master (not an insult to the man just he's choice of style)which is proved greatly in this movie. The nice thing about this movie is the romantic sub-story. Chan and Forlani have an amazing chemistry, but Chan doesn't play it like a Hugh Grant, he's like a normal guy whcih is interesting to see. This movie is not an epic, but with a title like 'The Medallion' and Chan and Evans in the cast, you shouldn't be expecting one. However it's very entertaining, and a nice one to have in your collection!
 Watch it! March 28, 2004
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
This film is excellent. For the bad criticism that its recieved I think that Jackie Chan fans seem to only like one style of film and fighting. This film is very unique, creative and artistic. The set design and music are fantastic, Jackies acting and English are at its best, and the chemistry between all characters is great. I thought with lee evans the comedy may be a bit over the top for a Jackie Chan film but it was actually very subtle and funny.
Fantastic multi-toned movie... June 8, 2004
Leigh S. Geary (Lichfield, UK)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
Half Jackie-Chan, a quarter of Lee Evans and a Quarter of CGI. This movie is a tad confusing, and starts off as a classic Chan movie, originally called "HighBinders", then we switch to what appears to be a Lee Evans directed movie, then onto a CGI wires-n-all flick.It's a mish-mash, but it's hilariously enjoyable. The out-takes at the end seem to include many dozens of deleted scenes, mostly including Lee Evans, which should've been left in. You feel like the director removed some of Lee's role, and it's a shame. However, fantastic fantastic movie. Some dodgey acting by some bit-players at the start, and a lull in the middle, but well worth sticking! :)
 Hell no July 19, 2004
4 out of 14 found this review helpful
Jackie Chans biggest mistake in life!!!!!!!!!!
and mine.... what a waste of time and money, not to mention my life.
 Not bad, but not good either August 20, 2004
Rob Ward (UK)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
This was yet another Jackie Chan kung-fu fighting / comedy film. These normally make good watching and are generally good movies. However, 'The Medallion' tried to add magic into the film - which turned the fighting scenes into a bad version of The Matrix and generally ruined the overall plot.The medallion isn't a terrible film but unless you're a huge Jackie Chan fan, it's not worth spending your money on.
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