The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies
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.
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Sammo Hung
Self - Interviewee
Jackie Chan
Self - Interviewee
Steven Seagal
Self - Interviewee
Gordon Liu
Self - Interviewee
Lau Kar-leung
Self - Interviewee
Samuel L. Jackson
Self - Narrator
John Woo
Self - Interviewee
Mang Hoi
Self - Interviewee
Corey Yuen
Self - Interviewee
Cheng Pei-pei
Self
David Carradine
Self
Ang Lee
Self
Cynthia Rothrock
Self
Tom Cruise
Self
Bruce Lee
Self - Interviewee (archive footage)
Bruce Willis
Self - Interviewee (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 1, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Keith R. Clarke
- Original Score
- Steve Rucker
- Original Title
- The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Cantonese, Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Keith R. Clarke
Steve Rucker
Jeff Werner
Joni Levin, Mike Leeder
Department Leadership Roster
Joni Levin
Producer
Keith R. Clarke
Director
Mike Leeder
Producer
Steve Rucker
Original Music Composer
Jeff Werner
Editor
Whitney Kyles
Costume Design
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What is The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies about?
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.
Who directed The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies?
The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies was directed by Keith R. Clarke.
Who stars in The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies?
The principal cast of The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies includes Sammo Hung, Jackie Chan, Steven Seagal, Gordon Liu, Lau Kar-leung.
When was The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies released and how long is it?
The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies was composed by Steve Rucker.