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The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies
2002 5.7 (11 votes) 1h 36m
Genres
Documentary

The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

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.

Key Crew

Producer: Joni Levin, Mike Leeder

Director: Keith R. Clarke

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

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