The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

2002
1h 36m
5.7

5.7/10

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Overview

Hosted by Samuel L. Jackson, this in-depth documentary offers viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the history of the martial arts film -- from the genre's rebellious beginnings to high-flying modern epics. Jackson takes you through the best moments of 100 movies, including Charlie's Angels and Oscar winner Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Interviews with martial arts film veterans Sammo Hung, John Woo and Ang Lee round out the video.

Status: Released

Language: EN

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Production Information

Production Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English Cantonese Mandarin

Quick Facts

Release Date June 1, 2002
Status Released
Language EN
IMDb ID tt0407534

Cast

Sammo Hung Kam-Bo
Sammo Hung Kam-Bo

Self - Interviewee

Jackie Chan
Jackie Chan

Self - Interviewee

Steven Seagal
Steven Seagal

Self - Interviewee

Gordon Liu Chia-Hui
Gordon Liu Chia-Hui

Self - Interviewee

Lau Kar-Leung
Lau Kar-Leung

Self - Interviewee

Samuel L. Jackson
Samuel L. Jackson

Self - Narrator

John Woo
John Woo

Self - Interviewee

Mang Hoi
Mang Hoi

Self - Interviewee

Corey Yuen
Corey Yuen

Self - Interviewee

Cheng Pei-Pei
Cheng Pei-Pei

Self

David Carradine
David Carradine

Self

Ang Lee
Ang Lee

Self

Key Crew

Joni Levin
Producer
Keith R. Clarke
Director
Mike Leeder
Producer

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