5.7

The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

Name: The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies
Director: Keith R. Clarke
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2002-06-01T00:00:00.000000Z
Duration: 96 min
Rating: 5.7
Cast: Sammo Hung Kam-Bo, Jackie Chan, Steven Seagal, Gordon Liu Chia-Hui, Lau Kar-Leung

20021h 36m

Documentary

Overview

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.