The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies

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.

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

Samuel L. Jackson as Self - Narrator

Samuel L. Jackson

as Self - Narrator

Samuel Leroy Jackson (born December 21, 1948) is an American actor and producer. One of the most widely recognized ac...

Jackie Chan as Self - Interviewee

Jackie Chan

as Self - Interviewee

Jackie Chan (Chinese: 成龍; born 7 April 1954), born Chan Kong-sang, is a Hong Kong actor, action choreographer, filmma...

Bruce Willis as Self - Interviewee

Bruce Willis

as Self - Interviewee

Walter Bruce Willis (born March 19, 1955) is a retired American actor. His career began on the off-Broadway stage in ...

Tom Cruise as Self

Tom Cruise

as Self

Thomas Cruise Mapother IV (born July 3, 1962), known professionally as Tom Cruise, is an American actor and producer....

Wesley Snipes as Self - Interviewee

Wesley Snipes

as Self - Interviewee

Wesley Trent Snipes (born July 31, 1962) is an American actor, film producer, and martial artist. He has starred in n...


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