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The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

MOVIE • 2002

The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

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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.

TMDB ★ 2.9/5Votes: 14
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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

Corey Yuen

Corey Yuen

Self - Interviewee

Cheng Pei-pei

Cheng Pei-pei

Self

David Carradine

David Carradine

Self

Ang Lee

Ang Lee

Self

Cynthia Rothrock

Cynthia Rothrock

Self

Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise

Self

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Theatrical release date: June 1, 2002

Meta Snapshot

Film

Status

Released

Release

June 1, 2002

Runtime

96 min

Language

English

Origin

United States of America

Budget

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