Showing posts with label Jackie Chan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jackie Chan. Show all posts

Monday 27 March 2023

Why I Think Jackie Chan Is The Greatest Action Hero Of All Time

Jackie Chan, the Chinese martial artist and actor, is often referred to as the greatest action hero of all time. He has won the hearts of millions of fans across the world with his breathtaking stunts, incredible athleticism, and unique style of humor. There are several reasons why Jackie Chan has earned this title, which I will explore in detail in this essay.

Firstly, Jackie Chan's dedication to his craft and his commitment to improving himself as a performer is unmatched. He has spent years honing his skills in martial arts, gymnastics, and other physical disciplines to become the unparalleled action star he is today. He has also worked tirelessly to perfect his comedic timing and acting abilities, creating a unique blend of comedy and martial arts that is uniquely his own.

Secondly, Jackie Chan's stunts are legendary. He often performs his own stunts, which is a rarity in the film industry, and he has been injured several times while filming. However, he has never let that stop him from pushing the limits of what is possible in action movies. His stunts are not only awe-inspiring, but they also serve to convey a sense of danger and excitement that is often missing from other action films.

Thirdly, Jackie Chan's personality and charisma are also major factors in his appeal. He is known for his warmth, humor, and humility, and he has always been appreciative of his fans. He has also been an ambassador for Chinese culture, introducing millions of people around the world to the beauty and richness of Chinese art and history.

Finally, Jackie Chan's impact on the film industry cannot be overstated. He has starred in over 150 movies, and his influence can be seen in countless action films that followed in his wake. He has also been recognized with countless awards and accolades, including an Honorary Academy Award in 2016, which recognized his lifetime of achievement in the film industry.

In conclusion, Jackie Chan is the greatest action hero of all time for a number of reasons. His dedication to his craft, his incredible stunts, his charming personality, and his impact on the film industry all contribute to this title. He has inspired millions of fans around the world, and his legacy will continue to be felt for generations to come.

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Saturday 31 October 2020

Jackie Chan's Vanguard Trailer and Behind the Scenes Featurette



Vanguard is a 2020 Chinese action adventure spy-thriller drama film written and directed by Stanley Tong, starring Jackie Chan, Yang Yang and Miya Muqi. The film was scheduled to be released on 25 January 2020 in China but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

This is Jackie Chan's seventh film with director Stanley Tong.

An accountant is threatened by the world's deadliest mercenary organization and Covert security company Vanguard is the last hope of survival for him.

Jackie Chan as Tang Huanting

Yang Yang as Lei Zhenyu

Ai Lun as Zhang Kaixuan

Miya Muqi as Mi Ya

Zhu Zhengting as Shendiao

Fady Zaky as The Bodyguard

Xu Ruo Han as Fareeda



VANGUARD - "Director Stanley Tong" Featurette - Behind the Scenes (2020) Jackie Chan Movie

Tuesday 2 June 2020

Wish Dragon - Poster and Trailer - Starring Jackie Chan


Wish Dragon is an upcoming computer-animated comedy film written and directed by Chris Applehans. Produced by Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Tencent Pictures, Base FX, Beijing Sparkle Roll Media Corporation, the Flagship Entertainment Group and Boss Collaboration, the film will star Jackie Chan (who is also producing the film), Constance Wu, John Cho, Will Yun Lee, Jimmy Wong, and Bobby Lee.

The characters will be voiced in both the Chinese and English releases of the film.

The film is set to be released in 2020 by Sony Pictures Releasing in China and the United States.

The story is "a genie-in-a-bottle retelling set in contemporary China", based on an original story by Chris Applehans (who will also direct the film). "The modern-day fairy tale picks up the moral challenges that emerge from the encounter between a boy and a dragon who is able to make wishes come true."

Cast:
Jackie Chan as Pipa God
Ian Chen as The Boy
Constance Wu as Mom
John Cho as Long
Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Li Na
Will Yun Lee as Mr. Wong
Jimmy O. Yang as Small Goon
Jimmy Wong as Din
Bobby Lee as Tall Goon

Tuesday 27 June 2017

Jackie Chan's The Foreigner - Trailer


The IRA took his family. The police looked the other way. Now he must get revenge.

The film is directed by Martin Campbell (Casino Royale, GoldenEye), and also stars Katie Leung and Liu Tao.

The film is produced by STX Entertainment and Huayi Brothers Pictures. It is slated for release in China on September 30, 2017, followed by the US release on October 13.


Saturday 7 January 2017

Kung Fu Yoga - Official Trailer (2017) Jackie Chan Action Movie


Kung Fu Yoga is an upcoming multi-lingual action-adventure comedy film to be directed by Stanley Tong.

The film is a Chinese-Indian co-production of Taihe Entertainment and Shinework Media (China). The lead stars are Jackie Chan, Amyra Dastur, Disha Patani, Aarif Rahman, and Sonu Sood.

The film is scheduled for release in China on January 28, 2017.

Jack (Jackie Chan), a renowned professor of archaeology at the Terracotta Warriors Museum in Xi'an, teams up with young Indian professor Ashmita and assistant Kyra to locate India's lost Magadha treasure in Tibet.



Monday 14 November 2016

Jackie Chan Receives Honorary Oscar


The Governors Awards is an annual event celebrating awards conferred by the Academy's Board of Governors – the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award, the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award and the Honorary Award. Recipients are announced each summer and honored at a dinner gala in November. Highlights from the event are incorporated into the year's Academy Awards show. The 2016 honorees are Jackie Chan, Anne V. Coates, Lynn Stalmaster and Frederick Wiseman.




Tuesday 19 July 2016

Skiptrace Official Trailer 1 (2016) - Jackie Chan Movie


Hong Kong detective Bennie Chan (Jackie Chan) has been tracking notorious crime boss Victor Wong for over a decade. When Bennie's young niece Samantha/bái shū (Fan Bingbing) gets into trouble with Wong's crime syndicate, Bennie must track down the only man who can help him: fast-talking American gambler Connor Watts (Johnny Knoxville). Bennie races against the clock to bring Connor back to Hong Kong and the unlikely pair embark on an entertaining and perilous adventure from the snowy mountains of Mongolia to the windswept dunes of the Gobi desert.

Monday 7 March 2016

Competition: Win Dragon Blade on Blu-ray

Dragon Blade is out on Blu-ray™ and DVD on the 14th March, and to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies on Bluray to give away!

Synopsis:
Two thousand years ago, a mysterious legion of extremely fearsome warriors galloped along the famous Silk Road. Dressed in exquisitely carved amour, the legion used weapons and battle formations that had never been seen in China.

The soldiers are part of a Roman legion led by General Lucius (John Cusack; Being John Malkovich, High Fidelity), marching east to protect Publius, the youngest son of Consul Crassus, from his vicious brother Tiberius (Adrien Brody; The Pianist, The Grand Budapest Hotel). It is publicly known that Tiberius had assassinated his father and blinded his own brother, so Lucius rescues Publius and heads east.

After becoming lost in the desert they arrive at Wild Geese Gate, where Lucius meets Huo An (Jackie Chan; Rush Hour, Drunken Master), the Commander of the Silk Road Protection Squad of the Western Region. The two men - who have each been framed for treason - earn each other's respect and form an allegiance as Tiberius eventually arrives with his army, demanding Huo An hand over Lucius and Publius or witness his forces annex China. To protect his country and to clear his name of treason, Huo An gathers all the allies of China to unite together and take on Tiberius in an epic battle that will be remembered forever…

A soaring epic where east brutally meets west, DRAGON BLADE unites some of Hollywood’s most respected acting talent with Jackie Chan’s inimitable style and energy to unforgettable effect, delivering 2016’s first essential appointment for action fans everywhere.


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Wednesday 18 November 2015

Dragon Blade - Official International Trailer (2015) Jackie Chan, John Cusack [HD]


IN CINEMAS AND ON DEMAND FROM JANUARY 15th, 2016

The living martial arts legend that is Jackie Chan makes his long awaited return to the big screen when DRAGON BLADE is released at cinemas and on demand from January 15th, 2016, courtesy of Signature Entertainment.

Two thousand years ago, a mysterious legion of extremely fearsome warriors galloped along the famous Silk Road. Dressed in exquisitely carved amour, the legion used weapons and battle formations that had never been seen in China.

The soldiers are part of a Roman legion led by General Lucius (John Cusack; Being John Malkovich, High Fidelity), marching east to protect Publius, the youngest son of Consul Crassus, from his vicious brother Tiberius (Adrien Brody; The Pianist, The Grand Budapest Hotel). It is publicly known that Tiberius had assassinated his father and blinded his own brother, so Lucius rescues Pubilus and heads east.

After becoming lost in the desert they arrive at Wild Geese Gate, where Lucius meets Huo An (Jackie Chan; Rush Hour, Drunken Master), the Commander of the Silk Road Protection Squad of the Western Region. The two men - who have each been framed for treason - earn each other's respect and form an allegiance as Tiberius eventually arrives with his army, demanding Huo An hand over Lucius and Publius or witness his forces annex China. To protect his country and to clear his name of treason, Huo An gathers all the allies of China to unite together and take on Tiberius in an epic battle that will be remembered forever…

A soaring epic where east brutally meets west, DRAGON BLADE unites some of Hollywood’s most respected acting talent with Jackie Chan’s inimitable style and energy to unforgettable effect, delivering the New Year’s first essential appointment for action epic fans everywhere.