Question 1

Why did Sammo Hung refuse to perform fight scenes in Heart of Dragon?

Accepted Answer

Hung refused because his character was mentally disabled, and he felt fighting would destroy the film's tone and principles, despite Golden Harvest wanting him to showcase his skills.

Question 2

What unusual German release branding connects Heart of Dragon to other Jackie Chan films?

Accepted Answer

In Germany, it was marketed as part 3 of the 'Powerman' trilogy with Wheels on Meals and Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars, though the stories are unrelated.

Question 3

Which martial arts background did the main fighting villain Dick Wei bring to the film?

Accepted Answer

Dick Wei was a Tae Kwon Do champion in the Taiwanese army before playing the main fighting villain.

Question 4

What personal sacrifice drives the plot of Heart of Dragon?

Accepted Answer

A policeman gives up his dream of world travel to care for his mentally impaired brother, who later gets kidnapped by gangsters.

Question 5

Which major film festivals or awards recognized Heart of Dragon in 1985?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Golden Horse Film Festival and received a BAFTA Award in 1985.

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