AKA: Chan Kong Sang, Cheng Leng, Yuen Lou, Fong Si Lung, Chen Yuan Long, Sing Lung
Nationality: Chinese
Birthdate: 04/07/1954
Birthplace: Victoria Peak, Hong Kong
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If Buster Keaton were alive and well and living in Hong Kong, directing and starring in kung fu comedies, the end eroduct would probably resemble the films of Jackie Chan. Chan's action sequences, while at least as thrilling as the very best of Hollywood, are further distinguished by meticulous, witty choreography that transforms potentially lethal action into elaborate clowning. As in Keaton's films, the viewer's laughter is sometimes stifled by awe at the sheer physical prowess on display.With his disarming smile and compact (5'9", 150 lbs) yet muscular frame, Chan does not look or act like
