The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

200296 min5.8English, Cantonese, Mandarin

Directed by

Keith R. Clarke

Synopsis

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.

Cast and Crew

Cast: Sammo Kam-Bo Hung, Jackie Chan, Steven Seagal, Gordon Liu, Lau Kar-leung, Samuel L. Jackson, John Woo, Mang Hoi, Corey Yuen, Cheng Pei-pei, David Carradine, Ang Lee, Cynthia Rothrock, Tom Cruise, Bruce Lee, Bruce Willis

Cinematographer: Steven Finestone

Editor: Jeff Werner

Composer: Steve Rucker

Costume Designer: Whitney Kyles

Producers: Joni Levin, Mike Leeder

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