At the age of 71, legend of martial arts Jackie Chan Not only was he honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 78th Locarno International Film Festival in Switzerland, but also organized an unexpected career awakening with the release of his latest film, The edge of the shadow.
Jackie Chan Requestedly reflected on his long journey in the cinema: “From an unknown stuntman who works only for a meal to someone whose films have been watched all over the world – I have always kept the belief: give the best in every single scene.”
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These heartfelt words resonate deeply, especially after a difficult decade. Once the undisputed king of the Asian cinema box office, Jackie Chan he had faced a series of disappointing projects like Kung Fu Yoga, The knight of the shadows: between Yin and Yang, Avant -garde, The myth 2and more recently, Karate Kid: Legends. Despite his relentless commitment in action, critics accused him of clinging to the nostalgic formulas, unable to connect with the younger audience.
The narrative one has moved dramatically with The edge of the shadowwho stormed the Chinese box office at the time of release. After earning 85 million RMB in the first screenings, the film opening week has increased by the last 200 million RMB. Starting from 22 August, he had crossed 392 million RMB within one week, according to Maoyan, and even dethroned the animated blockbuster Little Monster of Langlang Mountain. Analysts provide that the film could exceed 1 billion RMB, ensuring a place among the first six successes of China in 2025.
On Douban, the film currently has a soundtrack greater than 8.0 – a rare company for action cinema – which causes some critics to go there as “Jackie Chan’s best job in the last ten years.”
Directed with narrative depth and electrifying show, The edge of the shadow Huang Dezhong retired security expert follows (Jackie Chan), held in action when a criminal union threatens the Macao financial district with a huge cryptocurrency robbery. His nemesis is the boss of the crime was Longsheng, played with chilling gravitas of the veteran actor Tony Leung.
The film affects a balance between suspense, criminal drama and Jackie ChanSignature Martial Arts Flair. Critics note that while age has inevitably slowed down his movements, Jackie ChanThe inventive combat choreography and the lasting spirit evokes the memories of its classic films. An extraordinary sequence presents the character of Tony Leung who fights with a dagger in a showdown of the tense orphanage corridor, described as one of the most memorable action scenes of 2025.
For a star once they are labeled “Poison Box Office”, The edge of the shadow It is a story of redemption. Proves to be Jackie Chan It can still fascinate both long -standing fans and the new audience, merging nostalgia with renewed creative energy.
As a critic summarized: “At 71, Jackie Chan has shown that legends do not vanish in silence: they fight, adapt and sometimes, they surprise us again.”
Sources: Maoyan, Douban
