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  Spooky Encounters: A Guide to Horrific Martial Arts Movies
Shaw Brothers would produce non-martial arts horror films like The Killer Snakes (1974) and Black Magic (1976), but it wasn't until the early '80's as kung fu movies began their decline and producers looked to fresh material to enliven the action that dedicated martial arts horror films began to appear.
Vampire was a hugely successful mix of martial arts, comedy, and horror that firmly established the image and legend of the hopping corpse.
Cult flavored horror and martial arts films remain a popular choice for aspiring filmmakers to cut their teeth on and putting the two together is a logical step for some.
www.kungfucinema.com /articles/2003-10-27-01.htm   (1591 words)

  
 Martial Arts Movies for the Holiday Break - Martial Arts
House of Flying Daggers The newest movie from the same director as Hero, which was re-released earlier this year, this movie is slated to be as cinematographically beautiful as it is rich in Martial Arts fight scenes.
The movie goes through some of the violent times of the reign of the first Chinese Emperor and is filled with the classic, high-flying, wire work that many of us old time Martial Arts watchers have grown to love.
While this movie is out on DVD already, you might still be able to catch it on the big screen in some locations.
www.bellaonline.com /articles/art26911.asp   (670 words)

  
 Blogcritics.org: The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies
A study of martial arts in the movies is a subject that may too short for a two hour television special.
Review: The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies : A study of martial arts in the movies is a subject that may too short for a 2 hour television special.
He also uses the martial arts to promote cool Buddhist concepts and I hate to break this to all you culture coveting Westerners but the martial arts is EXCLUSIVELY an aspect of Buddhist heritage and was developed in monasteries for 1000's of years before it came to the screen with Bruce Lee.
blogcritics.org /archives/2005/08/21/015749.php   (4540 words)

  
 Famous martial arts movies
Martial arts master Bruce Lee solidifies his standing as one of the great action stars in "Fists of Fury", the story of a Chinese country boy (Lee) sent to live in Thailand with his uncle and cousins.
In this slapstick martial arts comedy, set in Hong Kong, circa the early 20th century, a marine cadet battles to keep the South China Sea free of pirates.
Jackie Chan is one of the world's biggest action stars, famed for his wacky sense of humor, remarkable martial arts techniques, and willingness to perform incredible stunts without the use of doubles -- or a net.
www.fightingmaster.com /products/movies/films.htm   (1455 words)

  
 top martial arts movies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Martial Arts Movies and TV Series - Wu Jing Dedicated to the Wushu champion who has starred in several...
The purpose of the film was to educate the general public about martial arts.
martial art movies that we feel had the most impact on martial arts in movies.
www.martialartdvd.info /top-martial-arts-movies.html   (626 words)

  
 Martial Arts Movies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Besides, those movies are about choreography, and displaying the fancy moves of Martial Arts, but not the essence of the arts.
It is an excellent movie about 7 samurai who are hired to protect a town from bandits, who annually steal their grain harvest.
Bruce Lee and James Coburn were to star in a movie that captured the heart and spirit of the Martial Arts: The Silent Flute.
www.polarcom.com /~cottrell/movies.html   (797 words)

  
 [KFCC] Martial Arts Movies Column
I am a first Dan in Tae Kwon Do and have experienced other types of martial arts from friends, and one thing all of these martial arts have in common is the idea that short, quick, power moves win.
As a result, the perceptions of martial arts increase in falsehood and even the lessons of discipline taught in all the martial arts soon fade away.
After Hollywood had seen the power of martial arts in movies with the American release of Enter The Dragon in the 70's, they started taking away the principles and discipline of the techniques and styles and bastardized them.
www.kfccinema.com /column/martialmovies/martialmovies.html   (636 words)

  
 Martial Arts Movies and Martial Arts Videos, and Techniques   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
In this video, he reveals the secret to his success in the mixed martial arts and demonstrates how to train to become a champion.
In this series, Frank Shamrock reveals the secret to his success in the mixed martial arts world and demonstrates how to train to become a champion.
When you buy any Martial Arts video from TotalVid, you get a free download version that you can begin viewing on your PC immediately.
www.totalvid.com /Martial-Arts-Instruction-Videos/1   (1625 words)

  
 martial arts movies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
When you're trying to find the best information about martial arts movies, you'll find it hard sorting out quality information from unprofessional martial arts movies suggestions and directions so it's best to know ways of moderating the information offered to you.
A great tip to pursue when you're presented with information and suggestions on a martial arts movies page would be to confirm the sites ownership.
This may show you who owns the site martial arts movies authorizations The easiest way to reveal who owns the martial arts movies web site is to look on the 'about' page or the sites 'contact' page.
www.boxing-gloves-news.info /martial-arts/martial-arts-movies.htm   (223 words)

  
 Martial Arts Rules
Karate is a form of martial arts in which people who have had years and years of training can, using only their hands and feet, make some of the worst movies in the history of the world.
Maybe you have a "one-armed swordsman," maybe you have an erratic weapon like in the movie "Master of the Flying Guillotine," maybe you have someone who can summon inner power and shoot concussive force out of their hands.
Also when an actor does a roundhouse kick, they show the impact of the foot which is really an arm with trousers and a shoe on, so that the kicka can be aimed much better which is much safer when the roundhouse kick is aimed towards the face.
www.angelfire.com /movies/nobudgetsfx/martialarts.html   (624 words)

  
 Martial Arts Movies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Check out reviews of both the latest and classic books, movies, television specials and video games related to the martial arts.
It is strongly recommended that you take classes in gymnastics and/or martial arts and learn from a qualified instructor...
Two reviews, one on the martial arts in the movie.
www.smakpower.com /martial-arts-movies.html   (209 words)

  
 ★ Martial Arts Movies ★   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
One of the most influential leaders in the martial arts industry says it is irresponsible for Cameron Shayne, Jennifer Anistons karate instructor, to make public comments about how Aniston, discusses her emotional problems with him.
Indeed, martial arts movies have infiltrated their styles into regular western entertainment.
Bisson is a certified instructor of martial arts and mind-body healing techniques, with more than 16 years of study and teaching experience.
www.martialartandsport.info /martialarts/martial-arts-movies   (754 words)

  
 AskMen.com - Martial Arts Movies
These movies were chosen based not only on their fast-paced martial arts action, but also on the quality of their storylines and their entertainment value.
All the films were made in the East and they set the standard for future martial arts films thanks to their ingenious action sequences (accomplished through wire work, stunts and so on).
Although it contains the same "learn to fight for revenge" scenario as many other martial arts movies, it has plenty of impressive fast-kicking action, the best of which is showcased in the trials and the training.
www.askmen.com /toys/top_10_100/101_top_10_list.html   (620 words)

  
 Neowin.net > Martial Arts movies
It has my favorite fight scene ever in a movie (long hallway, one guy on one side, 30 or so other guys on the other side, guy charges them with hammer, best ****ing thing i've ever seen, period.) It's not a pure action movie though.
He's so focused and his movies usually have a melancholy feel to them, and usually Bruce is the hero that succumbs to an unjust society at the end in the name of honor.
That movie was made with no special effects whatsoever, all the moves you see by the main actor are real, even the fights were actually physical.
www.neowin.net /forum/lofiversion/index.php/t256653.html   (1600 words)

  
 jameshom.com | Top Ten Picks - Most Influential Martial Arts Movies
These movies are notable not just for great martial arts stories, but because of the impact they had on viewers and on the film industry.
Billy Jack is a half-Native American, half-white martial artist who spreads his message of peace by beating up the mean rednecks that persecute the local pacifists.
The rest of this 1978 movie wasn't as great as that scene, but for nostalgic martial arts movie fans, this is great fun.
martialarts.jameshom.com /library/reviews/aatp_influentialmovies.htm   (443 words)

  
 PULP CULTURE for JANUARY 15, 2004: Movies offer a lesson in kung fu fighting
Fei-hung is the son of a martial arts teacher, but he isn't much of a student.
Wire stunts, however, are the whole point of director Andrew Lau's "The Duel." Swordsmen and martial artists soar through the air in epic combat.
This is the movie that George Lucas told Samuel L. Jackson to watch to prepare for the fight scenes in "Star Wars: Episode II — Attack of the Clones." Watch it and you'll see why.
home.hiwaay.net /~tfharris/pulpculture/columns/040115.shtml   (644 words)

  
 Top Martial Arts Movies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
These movies broke new ground and paved the way for the portrayal of martial arts in movies that you see today as well as the superstars that you see today.
This movie blew critics' minds--that you could have romance, a compelling story, and incredible cinematography, costuming, and locations in a martial arts movie.
The rest of this 1978 movie wasn't as great as that scene, but for nostalgic martial arts movie fans, this is great fun.
www.karatekidzonline.com /hollywood/Movies.html   (795 words)

  
 martial arts movies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
This is a listing of martial arts movies from the Internet Movie Database, with links to further information about the movies and a rating on a scale of 10.
Martial Arts - Kung Fu - Ninja Movies - Samurai Movies - Bruce Lee Movies - Jet Li Movies - Ninja Anime - Samurai Anime - Samurai X Anime.
Martial arts city was created to allow martial artist to converse and share online...
www.martialartdvd.info /martial-arts-movies.html   (608 words)

  
 The Movie Blog - Jet Li ends martial arts movies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
According to the reports Jet Li is ending his martial arts career after his latest movie is release, Fearless - the trailer for which is now online.
So no more martial arts, but plenty of movies from Hollywood...I'm not so sure that is going to be a good move considering the quality of the non-martial arts movies he's done...which are...
Well, Unleashed wasnt action packed like most of his movies are...I thought his acting job was rather good in that movie...granted it cant be that hard to just not speak at all for the whole movie but his facial expressions or lack there of made the performance great.
www.themovieblog.com /archives/2005/12/jet_li_ends_martial_arts_movies.html   (646 words)

  
 Experience Martial Arts » 10 Greatest Martial Arts Movies of All Time   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The movie is about the Samurai teaching the village how to fight and culminates in a massive battle between a village and almost 50 attacking bandits.
A classic story of Chinese vs. Japanese martial arts, Fist of Legend is actually a remake of the original Bruce Lee movie, Fist of Fury.
The martial arts aren’t as technical as the other movies on this list, but give the actors credit for only learning martial arts after they were casted for the roles.
www.experiencemartialarts.com /blog/archives/16   (1878 words)

  
 Movies - News - Jet Li quits martial arts movies - Digital Spy
Jet Li has stated that his upcoming martial arts movie Fearless will be his last.
Speaking to students at Fudan University, the actor explained that his future projects would most likely be more philosophical, family-based affairs than the martial arts films for which he has made a name, reports newspaper Youth Daily.
He said that the change in focus stems from a greater interest in spiritual matters in the past few years, explaining that he decided "it wasn't enough to have a strong body, you had to have a strong soul."
www.digitalspy.co.uk /article/ds27014.html   (236 words)

  
 jameshom.com | Top Picks - Top Cult Martial Arts Movies
I saw this in the theaters when I was a kid--it was one of the first Shaw Brothers movies to get theatrical release in the U.S., launching the 1970's karate craze.
Not just one movie, but a series, about an itinerant samurai who travels around the countryside, pushing his infant son in a baby carriage.
Not exactly a martial arts movie, per se, but certainly a cult fave.
martialarts.jameshom.com /library/reviews/aatp_cultmovies.htm   (358 words)

  
 MARTIAL ARTS MOVIES   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The leader of a group of bandits known as the Nine Devils has been captured by authorities and is to be moved from the city prison through the sunset valley.
Yi Min stars as an eager young kung fu student who seeks to improve his fighting skills with an aim to avenge his father's murder at the hands of the Ghost Face Killer, an overwhelming force of destruction and master of the death-dealing Five Element Fist.
In this exciting, fast-paced movie, you will see some of the most vivid bone crushing action scenes ever caught on film.
www.asiashopnet.com /martial_arts_movies.htm   (557 words)

  
 New York Daily News - Movies - Jack Mathews: Paycheck   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Jack Mathews has been a critic, reporter, columnist and movie editor for 25 years and for many of the largest circulation newspapers in the country.
Before joining the Daily News in 1999, Mathews was senior film critic at Newsday, movie editor and columnist at the Los Angeles Times, senior film critic at USA Today, and senior film critic, columnist, and West Coast bureau chief for the Detroit Free Press.
It wouldn't be a better movie in July or August, but with its long, ricocheting chase sequences, shootouts and overamped Sensurround explosions, we would be better prepared.
www.nydailynews.com /entertainment/movies/story/148738p-131198c.html   (695 words)

  
 The Martial Arts Action Network
The Martial Arts Action Network has actively pursued this goal since 1993, when we made our intentions known both to the martial arts community and to the cable television industry.
Please go to our Martial Arts Links page Check and make sure your URL is up to date and that we have your e-mail information.
Email Info For schools that need to update their URL, send this information to Ron Tramontano If you are the head of a martial arts organization, then you will also need to place your Organizations website here.
www.martial-arts-network.com /index2.htm   (946 words)

  
 Martial Arts Movies
When searching the web for reviews of action movies by Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and John Woo it is hard to find in-depth, well-written reviews of their best work.
Drunken Master II is one of the greatest Hong Kong action movies of all-time, and easily Jackie Chan's strongest film.
The Shao Lin Temple is a good movie, especially considering that it is one of Jet Li's first films.
www.suite101.com /welcome.cfm/hong_kong_action   (380 words)

  
 The Happenings - Martial Arts Movies and TV Series - Wu Jing - The Tidings
Nicholas Tse, a self-proclaimed fanatic of martial arts films who is thrilled to be on a pure martial arts movie, promises to put in double the effort on martial arts scenes.
In the movie, which won't be strictly faithful to the original, Yang Zhi hails from a family of generals, and looks down upon the Mt Liang bandits.
The movie is set in Republican period of the early 1900s, and Zhao Wen Zhuo is likely to be the leading actor and he will be speaking in Mandarin and will be dubbed over for Cantonese version so that he could focus on acting and delivering genuine action.
www.wu-jing.org /News.php   (4086 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Great Martial Arts Movies (Blood Of The Dragon / Bloodfight / Champ Against Champ): DVD   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Wang Yu uses a spear, and this is one of the few movies where a spear actually looks cool.
This is also the oldest movie I've seen that has a "whip sword".
Like early in the film, the lead's father (or teacher, I forget), an elderly guy, is watching everyone fight and is quite happy with how it is going, and then a leg comes in from the right side of the screen and hits him in the face HARD.
www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00005QW52?v=glance   (897 words)

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