Big Trouble In Little China (1986) - Official Trailer

Summary

Jack Burton, a brash truck driver, finds himself embroiled in a mystical battle in San Francisco's Chinatown between two ancient Chinese sects wielding powerful magic. When his friend Wang Chi's fiancée Miao Yin is kidnapped by a gang led by sorcerer Lo Pan, Jack and Wang team up to infiltrate Lo Pan's lair and rescue her. Along the way Jack encounters fierce warriors, malevolent spirits, and strange creatures as he struggles to make sense of the hidden world of Chinese black magic bursting into his life.

Takeaways

• 😀 Jack Burton introduces himself as being part of the Porkchop Express
• 😮 Claims we live on an amazing planet and would be foolish to think we're alone in the universe
• 😵 Refers to a hidden world with ancient evil and modern mystery
• 🎵 Mentions the darkest magic and big trouble waiting for Jack Burton
• 😕 Asks who can explain what's going on
• 😈 Suggests Jack Burton is going to hell
• 😫 Wants somebody to explain what's happening
• 🤔 Ponders the many mysteries and unanswerable questions
• 😌 Says Jack Burton's destiny is in capable hands
• 🤩 Expresses excitement that something big is happening

Q & A

Who is the main character?

The main character is Jack Burton.

What kind of vehicle does Jack Burton drive?

Jack Burton drives a truck called The Porkchop Express.

What does Jack Burton believe about the universe?

Jack believes that it would be foolish to think humans are alone in the universe. He believes there is a hidden, magical world out there.

What is happening in Little China?

There is some kind of dark magic and chaos happening in Little China.

What does Jack Burton want to know?

He wants somebody to explain to him what is going on.

Is Jack Burton afraid?

No, even though he is going to hell, he does not seem afraid.

Who says they have no idea if they can save Jack?

The person speaking says they have no idea if they can spring or save Jack.

What requires crackerjack timing?

Escaping the situation they are trapped in requires perfect, crackerjack timing.

Who is coming to the rescue?

Jack Burton is coming to rescue them.

What studio released this movie?

The movie was released by 20th Century Fox.