Best Hollywood Martial Arts Movie

A1 Digital India News: Hollywood has always been the home of big-budget action films with big explosions starring big stars. But Hollywood has embraced a different kind of action film in the last decade, bringing Eastern martial arts to Western audiences. Martial arts films have been a staple of cinema since the 1970s. The influence of Oriental cinema can be seen throughout Hollywood, from its stars to their stunt work.

The Forbidden Empire

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Many of these films have achieved worldwide success, winning numerous awards and becoming all-time classics. Hollywood martial arts films are popular around the world for their spectacular choreography, charismatic characters, and heart-pounding action. These films are pure cinema, grabbing the audience hard and not letting them go until the credits roll.

The Forbidden Kingdom (2008) won't go down in history as the best kung fu movie of all time, but this fun fantasy martial arts film will please genre fans looking for a light-hearted thrill. Starring two movie giants, Jackie Chan and Jet Li, the film follows a kung-fu-loving kid who finds himself transported back to ancient China.

The film is a love letter to old kung fu movies, with Jackie bringing his iconic drunken fighting style back to the screen. The film is full of Chinese people, including Jet Li playing the Monkey King. The Forbidden Kingdom is a hidden gem for kung fu movie fans, who get to see some spectacular fight scenes between two icons of the martial arts world.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Rings

The MCU has dominated the global box office for over a decade and introduced big-budget superhero movies to movie lovers. The blend of explosive spectacle, sharp comedy, and likable characters has influenced every summer blockbuster to come. The list of MCU films is long and includes some truly classic superhero movies.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021) is a big-budget martial arts film from Marvel, and it stars a predominantly Asian cast. The film is based on Shang-Chi's troubled relationship with his criminal father as he attempts to infiltrate a mythical village to gain incredible power. The film was praised for its beautiful representation of Asian culture, quirky storyline, and great visual effects. Shang-Chi is a great addition to the MCU and is a must-watch for fans of the long-running franchise.

Kickboxer Character

80s action star Jean-Claude Van Damme hit it big with the sequel Bloodsport in 1982, where the world was introduced to the star's skill and athleticism. He then made a number of successful action films, including 1989's Kickboxer.

Kickboxer stars Van Damme as Kurt Sloane, who seeks revenge after his brother is paralyzed in a fight in Thailand. The film features some brutal fight and training scenes where Van Damme is at the peak of his physical strength. Kickboxer played a key role in bringing the martial arts style of Muay Thai to a wider audience and remains one of the most influential martial arts films to date.

The Warrior

The dominant fighting style to have emerged in modern times is undoubtedly mixed martial arts. MMA has greatly influenced the world of sports, with some of its biggest stars becoming world-renowned athletes. The 2011 film Warrior, starring Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton, may not have introduced the world to the MMA fighting style, but it did help bring the sport to a wider audience.

The film follows estranged brothers, Tommy and Paddy, as they compete in a famous MMA tournament and gain national recognition as they progress. The film has some great fight scenes, featuring several real MMA fighters. But, at its core, Warrior is an emotional story of a broken family finding their way back together. The film gained popularity and continues to introduce new fans to MMA.