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Sammo Hung Kam-Bo
as Self - Interviewee
Jackie Chan
as Self - Interviewee
Steven Seagal
as Self - Interviewee
Gordon Liu
as Self - Interviewee
Lau Kar-leung
as Self - Interviewee
Samuel L. Jackson
as Self - Narrator
John Woo
as Self - Interviewee
Mang Hoi
as Self - Interviewee
Corey Yuen
as Self - Interviewee
Cheng Pei-pei
as Self
Movie Info & Details
Release Year2002
Runtime1h 36m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDocumentary
Votes12
DirectorKeith R. Clarke
WritersKeith R. Clarke
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.9 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies
About The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies
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.
Directed by Keith R. Clarke, The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies leans on a strong ensemble — Sammo Hung Kam-Bo, Jackie Chan, Steven Seagal — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 2002.
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