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.
Title | The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies |
Release | June 1, 2002 |
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. |
Language(s) | English, Mandarin, Cantonese |
Director | Keith R. Clarke |
Casts | Sammo Hung, Jackie Chan, Steven Seagal, Gordon Liu Chia-hui, 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 |
Duration | 1 Hour and 36 Minutes |
Rating | 5.7 • (210076 votes) |