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The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies
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The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

2002
Directed byKeith R. Clarke
1h 36m

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 Kam-BoSelf - IntervieweeJackie ChanSelf - Interviewee
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Steven SeagalSelf - Interviewee
Gordon Liu Chia-HuiSelf - Interviewee
Lau Kar-LeungSelf - Interviewee
Samuel L. JacksonSelf - Narrator
John WooSelf - Interviewee
Mang HoiSelf - Interviewee
Corey YuenSelf - Interviewee
Cheng Pei-PeiSelf
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GENRES
Documentary
STATUSReleased
RATING
5.7

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