Martial Arts Heroes Beyond the Screen: Meet the Real-Life Warriors Who Inspired Iconic Movie Characters
Martial arts movies have fascinated global audiences for decades with their intense action sequences and captivating characters.
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George Chung
- Jun 14
World’s Greatest Martial Arts Characters Played by Real Martial Artists
In a realm dominated by green screens, wires, and CGI, distinguishing genuine skill from Hollywood magic can be a challenge.
Maxwell Pollard
- Apr 16
Bruce Lee’s 2nd 1967 Interview: on the Yip Man (Ip Man), Training Celebs & Intro to JKD
Bruce Lee opens up on Ip Man, training celebrities and introduces the world to Jeet Kune Do
Bo Maxwell
- Apr 12
Rundown of All 11 'Ip Man' Movies! (and Where to Watch)
The Ip Man film series has captivated audiences around the world with its blend of martial arts action, historical drama, and compelling...
Bo Maxwell
- Mar 29
7 Movies to Get You in the Fighting Spirit!
Spring is here in the Northern Hemisphere, which means if you’ve been going through the motions the last few weeks of winter, it’s time...
Black Belt Team
- Feb 16
Three Must-Watch Donnie Yen Films Beyond Ip Man
Donnie Yen solidified his status as a martial arts legend with his role in the 2008 film "Ip Man," captivating audiences with his...
Black Belt Team
- Oct 12, 2010
11 Movies Every Martial Artist Must See
I recently finished writing The Ultimate Guide to Martial Arts Movies of the 1970s. In one section, I list my 20 favorite films of the...
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