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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Pacquiao vs Clottey: A Match of Disappointment?
Well, for anyone that saw the fight - it was a clear, decisive victory for Pacquiao
. I can appreciate Clottey for trying to put up a defense and not getting knocked out, but for a powerhouse like Pacquiao
- much more is needed. Pacquiao's punching power, technique, and stamina won him the match. Plain and Simple. I always think it's interesting to see how fighters train: physically, mentally, and emotionally for their bouts. I was looking at HBO's youtube site and found a few interesting videos on some training/interview vids of Pacquiao and Clottey. Pretty dope. Check it out.
. I can appreciate Clottey for trying to put up a defense and not getting knocked out, but for a powerhouse like Pacquiao - much more is needed. Pacquiao's punching power, technique, and stamina won him the match. Plain and Simple. I always think it's interesting to see how fighters train: physically, mentally, and emotionally for their bouts. I was looking at HBO's youtube site and found a few interesting videos on some training/interview vids of Pacquiao and Clottey. Pretty dope. Check it out.Saturday, March 13, 2010
Jackie Chan: My Stunts
I particularly like this film not only because Jackie Chan
is in it, but he does a great job telling his perspective on the behind scenes action - editing, stuntwork, camera work.
He goes really in depth with over 35-40 yrs of industry work..he can do it all. This made me have a great respect for him not only because he's in his 50's and still does his own stunt work - he is also very involved behind the scenes.
I never really considered the depth of how detailed and important each job of a filmmaker maybe. Jackie
goes into depth of how timing is really key with choreography and how a simple shout or grunt can be the difference in correctly timing your kick or punch or the latter: accidentally kicking your co-worker in the face or worse.
I respect Chan
for doing films the old way of actually using the little trick wire, the pennies on the glass, using knock off shoes instead of real shoes or fake props. The camera movements are so fast and the editing is on point to where you cannot readily tell that its fake or real. The whole film is posted on youtube, or you can buy it on Amazon 
or other places. Here is an excerpt from the film:
Chinese version: Pt 1
Sorry, but they would not allow an embed for the English version otherwise I'd post that instead of the url:
Pt. 1 (English)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOEUgbiBXMc
is in it, but he does a great job telling his perspective on the behind scenes action - editing, stuntwork, camera work.He goes really in depth with over 35-40 yrs of industry work..he can do it all. This made me have a great respect for him not only because he's in his 50's and still does his own stunt work - he is also very involved behind the scenes.
I never really considered the depth of how detailed and important each job of a filmmaker maybe. Jackie
goes into depth of how timing is really key with choreography and how a simple shout or grunt can be the difference in correctly timing your kick or punch or the latter: accidentally kicking your co-worker in the face or worse.I respect Chan
for doing films the old way of actually using the little trick wire, the pennies on the glass, using knock off shoes instead of real shoes or fake props. The camera movements are so fast and the editing is on point to where you cannot readily tell that its fake or real. The whole film is posted on youtube, or you can buy it on Amazon or other places. Here is an excerpt from the film:Chinese version: Pt 1
Sorry, but they would not allow an embed for the English version otherwise I'd post that instead of the url:
Pt. 1 (English)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOEUgbiBXMc
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Rare pictures of Enter The Dragon
Enter the Dragon
was one the biggest movies to come out that kicked off the whole Martial Arts
craze in the United States. Bruce Lee was definitely at the helm of this. At a time where a lot of social, political, and economical changes occurred, this was definitely needed. The United States was still pretty separated even the 70's. Many of Bruce Lee's enemies were non supporters of his movement. They were not only in dispute to his self made artform "Jeet Kune Do
" but also his ideology of sharing it with anyone willing. The Si-Fu's wanted to keep it with the Chinese lineage. Bruce Lee was completely against that. His idea was sharing, creating unity. I respect him humbly for that. He caught a lot of flack for that. What Bruce Lee did was revolutionize martial arts on film. No fairy flying, no wires, none of that. Raw Martial Arts at it's finest. The beauty and simplicity of just the plain movement made it greater due to the fact that it was all truth. Make sure you also support: the Bruce Lee blog by Shannon Lee (Bruce Lee's daughter). Definitely a lot of bombs and great things happening with that. You can also follow her on twitter: @bruceleedotcom
Here's some footage and rare screenshots of Enter the Dragon that Shannon Lee put together.
was one the biggest movies to come out that kicked off the whole Martial Arts craze in the United States. Bruce Lee was definitely at the helm of this. At a time where a lot of social, political, and economical changes occurred, this was definitely needed. The United States was still pretty separated even the 70's. Many of Bruce Lee's enemies were non supporters of his movement. They were not only in dispute to his self made artform "Jeet Kune Do" but also his ideology of sharing it with anyone willing. The Si-Fu's wanted to keep it with the Chinese lineage. Bruce Lee was completely against that. His idea was sharing, creating unity. I respect him humbly for that. He caught a lot of flack for that. What Bruce Lee did was revolutionize martial arts on film. No fairy flying, no wires, none of that. Raw Martial Arts at it's finest. The beauty and simplicity of just the plain movement made it greater due to the fact that it was all truth. Make sure you also support: the Bruce Lee blog by Shannon Lee (Bruce Lee's daughter). Definitely a lot of bombs and great things happening with that. You can also follow her on twitter: @bruceleedotcomHere's some footage and rare screenshots of Enter the Dragon that Shannon Lee put together.
Brief interpretation: Ninja Assassin + DVD rip
Aight...here goes my first movie review. I saw Ninja Assassin way back in 2009 - right before Thanksgiving.
Action - high paced, really flashy, violent - it's to be expected.
Storyline - a lil lackluster, a lil too cliche. It was to be a lil expected.
My first thought of when I saw the preview :
Dead or Alive (TECMO)
I kind of got a vibe from just the way the title and the motions of the movie looked. Play some Dead or Alive and you'll see what i'm talking about. Overall, I thought it was a fun movie to watch. Definitely not the best, but it was fun.
Word of Advice: definitely see it with people. LOL.
If you are looking for a fun, high paced martial arts flick - definitely for you. Just don't take it too seriously. I don't think it was intended to be like that, anyway.
Here's the link to the DVD rip enjoy:
Ninja Assassin (2009)
Action - high paced, really flashy, violent - it's to be expected.
Storyline - a lil lackluster, a lil too cliche. It was to be a lil expected.
My first thought of when I saw the preview :
Dead or Alive (TECMO)
I kind of got a vibe from just the way the title and the motions of the movie looked. Play some Dead or Alive and you'll see what i'm talking about. Overall, I thought it was a fun movie to watch. Definitely not the best, but it was fun.
Word of Advice: definitely see it with people. LOL.
If you are looking for a fun, high paced martial arts flick - definitely for you. Just don't take it too seriously. I don't think it was intended to be like that, anyway.
Here's the link to the DVD rip enjoy:
Ninja Assassin (2009)
Monday, March 8, 2010
Karate Kid trailer
I'm a bit late posting this up, but I think this should be an interesting movie. Jaden looks like he's definitely gotten into his craft a bit more since "The Pursuit of Happyness". I was a bit skeptical and I still think they should change the title since it's clearly Kung Fu and not Karate. lol. However, I'll definitely give this movie a chance. Besides, can't beat Jackie Chan. He's the man. LOL. At any rate, check out the trailer.
It's Music Monday, so I figure I post up a few Jackie Chan songs
Um, here's one of my fav Jackie Chan songs that is from the "Who am I?"
soundtrack. I remember when I was younger - I used to sing this song ALL the time. hahaha. It was really fun, though. I can't fake. You'll see why it's very addictive. haha.
songs that is from the "Who am I?" soundtrack. I remember when I was younger - I used to sing this song ALL the time. hahaha. It was really fun, though. I can't fake. You'll see why it's very addictive. haha.Just a start
Well, here's just a test post for right now. I have another blog that i post a lot of random content to, but this one is mainly going to be about martial arts - my other interest.
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