Not all martial arts stars were trained fighters, relying on illusion, intense training, or transferable skills from dance. Some actors initially untrained built up martial arts skills over time, impressing in martial arts classics and Hollywood blockbusters. Talent, commitment, and adaptability allowed actors like Tony Leung and Maggie Q to excel in martial arts roles despite lacking formal training.
Martial arts cinema was full of incredible performers capable of awe-inspiring feats of human ingenuity, but some viewers would be shocked to learn just how many stars were not actually trained as fighters. With the power of illusion, intense training packed into a few short months, or transferable skills from dancing, some actors convinced the world that they were true martial artists. Of course, martial arts cinema has greatly benefited from the varied skills of its performers, and actors dont always need to take a traditional approach when it comes to becoming a martial arts star.
Martial arts cinema was full of incredible performers capable of awe-inspiring feats of human ingenuity, but some viewers would be shocked to learn just how many stars were not actually trained as fighters. With the power of illusion, intense training packed into a few short months, or transferable skills from dancing, some actors convinced the world that they were true martial artists. Of course, martial arts cinema has greatly benefited from the varied skills of its performers, and actors dont always need to take a traditional approach when it comes to becoming a martial arts star.
- 6/17/2024
- by Stephen Holland
- ScreenRant
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