The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

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.

Cast

Sammo Hung Kam-Bo

Self - Interviewee

Jackie Chan

Self - Interviewee

Steven Seagal

Self - Interviewee

Gordon Liu Chia-Hui

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

Production Crew

J

Joni Levin

Producer

K

Keith R. Clarke

Director

Mike Leeder

Producer