John Carpenter's Big Trouble in Little China

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  • Artwork by Justin Osbourn
  • Printed on our super soft 4.5oz 100% pre-shrunk ringspun cotton shirts

  • About Big Trouble in Little China (1986)

    John Carpenter's Big Trouble in Little China (1986) is a deliberate subversion of the action hero archetype—Kurt Russell's Jack Burton thinks he's the hero but is actually the bumbling sidekick, while Dennis Dun's Wang Chi is the real martial arts protagonist. The film blends wuxia fantasy, Hong Kong action cinema, and American comedy in a way that confused audiences and critics upon release, leading to a devastating box office failure that effectively ended Carpenter's run of studio filmmaking. James Hong's unforgettable performance as the 2,000-year-old sorcerer Lo Pan required hours of makeup for his decrepit form, while his young incarnation was achieved through what were then cutting-edge visual effects. Now considered one of the greatest cult films ever made, the movie's influence can be seen in everything from Mortal Kombat to Marvel's approach to mixing humor with supernatural action.

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    ADAM HAYNES

    It has been my favorite shirt for the last 7 years! Very happy to get a refresh!

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    Chris Smiley

    What can I say. One of my favorite movies on a shirt with a crazy cool design. It's a no brainer for me. Always the best quality in your apparel. Keep making amazing shirts and I'll always buy them.

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    Anonymous

    perfect colors and images LOVE IT

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    Anonymous

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    Corey Van Brunt

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    Fred

    Have you paid your dues, Jack? Yes sir, the check's in the mail.

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    Cory Pierson

    I absolutely love this shirt!!! Thank you

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    Grant Eastman

    I love the site and all items sold! They are of amazing quality and fit very well. Big Trouble In Little China is one of my all-time favorite movies, and this shirt does not disappoint! Thank you, Fright Rags!

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    Thomas

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    oliver martinez

    Awesome shirt

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    Cecilia

    I love it! It’s hard to find cool shirts in larger sizes so thank you for having them.