The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies (2002)

Released: 2002-06-01 Duration: 1hr 36min
Genres: Documentary
Rating 5.7

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.

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Additional Info

Budget $0.00
Revenue $0.00
Original Language en
Popularity 4.989

Directed By

Keith R. Clarke

Crew

Producer
Joni Levin
Director
Keith R. Clarke
Producer
Mike Leeder
Original Music Composer
Steve Rucker
Cinematography
Steven Finestone
Editor
Jeff Werner
Costume Design
Whitney Kyles

TOP 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 Kwai
Corey Yuen Kwai

Self - Interviewee

Ang Lee
Ang Lee

Self

Bruce Lee
Bruce Lee

Self - Interviewee (archive footage)

Bruce Willis
Bruce Willis

Self - Interviewee (uncredited)

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