In 1950's Hong Kong, Master Ip (Donnie Yen) wants to open a martial arts school - but first he must pass the tests put forth by the local grandmasters and their corrupt leader.

If that weren't enough, a bullying British boxer has come to town and is violently insulting the Chinese locals and their martial arts - and it's up to Master Ip to defend the honor of both in a brutal East vs. West showdown.