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The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

5.875 average rating
5.875
English / 96 MIN. / 2002

The Genres

The 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.

The Cast

Sammo Hung Kam-BoJackie ChanSteven SeagalGordon Liu Chia-HuiLau Kar-leungSamuel L. JacksonJohn WooMang HoiCorey YuenCheng Pei-PeiDavid CarradineAng LeeCynthia RothrockTom CruiseBruce LeeBruce Willis

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