The stirring martial-arts biopic of Wing Chun master Ip Man – the teacher who would train Bruce Lee – was filmed in China, in the southern city of Foshan and in Shanghai.
Where was Ip Man filmed?
Ip Man was filmed in China – in Foshan and Shanghai.
Every Ip Man location, explained
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Ip Man’s city – Foshan
The master’s home city used Foshan in Guangdong province.
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The cotton mill – Shanghai
The factory scenes used Shanghai, China.
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Southern China
The film is steeped in the martial-arts world of southern China.
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Wartime China
The story unfolds as Japan occupies China in the 1930s.
Planning a visit
Foshan and Shanghai in China – the film’s real settings – are accessible, historic cities.
Ip Man Fun Facts
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Filmed in China The biopic used Foshan and Shanghai.
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Bruce Lee's teacher Ip Man went on to train Bruce Lee.
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A Wing Chun master The film celebrates the Wing Chun style of kung fu.
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Donnie Yen stars Donnie Yen plays the title role.
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A hit franchise The film launched a series of sequels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Ip Man filmed?
In China – in Foshan and Shanghai.
Is it set in China?
Yes – in 1930s Foshan.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Foshan and Shanghai are accessible.
Who stars in it?
Donnie Yen.
When was it released?
2008.
