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First Look: Kristin Kreuk as Chun-Li in Street Fighter
May 23, 2008
Source: Kotaku
by Alex Billington
We've been anticipating this moment since the very first time we announced that Kristin Kreuk had been cast as Chun-Li in the upcoming Street Fighter movie. Unfortunately, this is not the first look photo that we were expecting. Capcom of Japan released this first, rather rough, photo from Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li earlier today. It's not exactly 100% official, but it seems rather fitting, although it isn't the typical Chun-Li outfit. We're still waiting for the day we get a real photo of Kreuk in her Chun-Li get up and more than just her head and shoulders. That day will arrive soon enough, but for those of you who are really looking forward to Street Fighter, this will have to do for now.
Thanks to Kotaku for finding the photo. Plot details for this film still haven't been revealed yet. All we know as of now is that the focus is on the character of Chun-Li and "her journey for justice." The character M. Bison, played by Neal McDonough, is the primary villain. You can see a complete cast list here, which also includes Michael Clarke Duncan as Balrog and Chris Klein as Charlie Nash. The film is currently shooting in Bangkok, Thailand as well as Hong Kong and Vancouver.
Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li is being directed by ex-cinematographer Andrzej Bartkowiak, of Romeo Must Die, Exit Wounds, Cradle 2 the Grave, and Doom. The script for this was penned by up-and-coming screenwriter Justin Marks, who also penned screenplays for Masters of the Universe and Voltron. Hong Kong fight choreographer Dion Lam, who previously worked on The Matrix Trilogy, Spider-Man 2, and all of Bartkowiak's previous films, is handling the fight sequences. Fox currently has Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li set to arrive in theaters on February 27th, 2009.
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Reader Feedback - 23 Comments »
1
Chun-Li is going to be hottie in the movie, but the movie itself might be a different story. Is Kreuk part Asian? She looks half.
Mike Balrog on May 23, 2008
2
she is half chinese, it looks a little less campy than the Van Damme abortion, here's hoping it does the game some justice, but in the end it's yet another "tough girl" action flick like Resident Evil and Tomb Raider.
The Delightful Deviant on May 23, 2008
3
They have just ruined Launa…lol. The other Street Fighter movie sucked ass so this one will most likely suck ass too. count me out!!!
Tirrell on May 23, 2008
4
I think it's inevitable that this will be a better put together movie than the last one (though I'm sure not as unintentionally hilarious) but it's still looking like a dud. The central angle of the game that involves Ryu, Ken, their master, Akuma and Sagat could be adapted into an epic film similar in tone to Gladiator. This is coming from a hardcore Street Fighter fan, though, so I'm super-biased on this.
Frame on May 23, 2008
5
If it has "Lana Lang" in it, I'm there. Don't care how bad it is…..
Ross on May 23, 2008
6
I didn't mind the last Street Fighter film. It was a "guilty pleasure" film that would would watch on TV when nothing else is on.
As for this film, I'm not too likely to check it out (unless, of course, there is nothing else to go see)
Sean Kelly on May 23, 2008
7
Well, it's a start! Should be an improvement over Van Damme's 1994 version! I still wish Van Damme was in this one too.
Pickle on May 23, 2008
8
I JUST LOVE THE KREUK!i`ll buy 10 tickets!
JackloveKris on May 23, 2008
9
A week in theaters (if it's lucky), then straight to the DVD shelves.
I can't stand Kristin Kreuk as an actress, so I'm happy to see her slumming it in this turd of a movie.
avoidz on May 24, 2008
10
Love Kristin Kreuk, even without makeup with mud on her face, she looks naturally beautiful. I'll buy the tickets. She is fun to watch!!!
kala on May 24, 2008
11
aaaaaW! She`s the prettiest chick ever!
JackloveKris on May 27, 2008
12
As long as there is " Lana Lang" in it, I will watch it!
smallvillefan on May 29, 2008
13
this one's gonna be cool because hottie kreuk's in here. I remember one of the episodes of smallville when was possessed by her witch ancestor and she fought Clark, that was awesome, loved the action. I just hope they will bring more out of Kristin in this movie…. a much awaited movie!
kal on Jul 9, 2008
14
compared to the other street fighter movie it should be atleast pretty cool.
BUTTHEAD on Jul 14, 2008
15
Yeah shes pretty…And I hope the moviemaker knows what he is doing…or he should get someone who knows…
L Ralph on Aug 1, 2008
16
the fact that kristin plays the role of chun li is enough reason for me to be excited!!
im a smallville fan too.
myka on Sep 7, 2008
17
Cant Wait to see it. I hope Kristin is in more smallville season 8.
GOOD LOCK KRISTIN…..youll do well=)
Brenna on Sep 30, 2008
18
Cant Wait to see it. I hope Kristin is in more smallville season 8.
GOOD LUCK KRISTIN…..youll do well=)
Brenna on Sep 30, 2008
19
shoot i thought i was just editing one word
im retarted!!!!!!
Brenna on Sep 30, 2008
20
its a new take on the character plus kristin kreuk is gonna play da lead role…. i think its gonna b a gud muvi, mybe even better dan som pipol think… but im gonna pass jdgment until after iv watch the movi….. ( cross ur fingers folks)
kreuker on Oct 15, 2008
21
Wow, you know the people that post pissed off comments about Kristen Kreuk playing the role of chun li need to get off their big asses and run their no talent selves around the block a couple times, i cant believe there are so many losers that spend their time of the day making fun of hard working people. Kristen im sure your gunna do a great job and im looking forward to watching the new flick!
Eric on Oct 18, 2008
22
Kristen sucks in smallville. But that could also be the directors fault. I haven't seen her in anything else. I guess we will see what she can do. Shes beautiful. I hope she will do good.
TIm on Nov 7, 2008
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i love dis girl! i think she acts good in smallville ill defnee be going 2 watch this movie!!
steve on Nov 20, 2008