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Posted in Martial Arts (Monday, October 13, 2008)
It stars Tony Wei, Fei Lung, Kam Siu, Ying Bai, Barry Chan. It was directed by Bing Lin. By Tai Seng.
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1 comments about The 72 Desperate Rebels.
- As a child, if you watched Kung Fu theater on Saturday's and enjoyed it, this is the movie for you. This movie is by far one of the worst Kung Fu movies ever made, and I mean that in the best possible sense. It has all the intangibles for a great Kung Fu movie--unbelieveable Kung Fu action, bad sound effects, bad editing, and bad overdubs. The plot revolves around a pirate known as The Master Wu, who has surrounded himself with the best fighters from China and Vietnam. If you only watch the beginning when they are all introduced, you will be hooked. This band of fighters terrorize China during the Ming dynasty. Through their terror, they end up killing someone's father, and as we all know in Kung Fu, that means sworn revenge. The movie is non-stop action from then on, and sure the plot line gets blurry, but that's not the point. You have to see this movie to believe it. With characters like the Ghost Killer and Blind Swordsman, you can't help but love it. So, if you liked "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," but thought the cinematography and editing was too nice for Kung Fu, then try this movie out. You'll agree that "72" is truly the best of the worst.
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It stars Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Edd Byrnes, Louis Quinn, John Van Dreelen, Sharon Hugueny. By Vidmark / Trimark.
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5 comments about Ultimate Fighting Championship Vol. 12.
- The last UFC(Ultimate Ultimate 2) saw a scattering of injuries, this UFC we would see 2 tournaments, (a heavyweight and an under 200 lb. tournament) and of course the long awaited return of Dan Severn vs. Mark Coleman.
The heavyweight tournament saw the return of "The Rotund One", Scott Ferrozzo and the debut of BJJ sensation Vitor Belfort. Belfort only 19 yrs. old would impress all in this action-packed tourney. The lightweight tourney(now known as middleweight) saw the return of Lions Den fighter Jerry Bohlander, along with the debut of BJJ fighter Wallid Ismail, and Japanese fighter Yoshiki Takahashi. Takahashi and Ismail would battle in a crazy match that saw a lot strange things. Bohlander would be his same solid self and prove his skills. As far as the Super Fight, Dan Severn would battle Mark Coleman for the gold. Dan Severn was without one defense since winning the Superfight in UFC IX. While Mark Coleman was "given" a shot at the title via Don Frye's injury. This would be a rare chance to see a wrestler vs. wrestler fight. Many questions had to be answered,(who would strike first?, who would shoot in first?, who would wind up taking guard?) and this fight would show all this. A good show with great fights and great fighters.
- The first two tournament format in the UFC reaffirmed my belief that weight classes aren't needed. There was a five-pound weight difference between the winners of the middleweight and heavyweight tournaments. Both tournaments were action-packed, with commentators Ken Shamrock and Tank Abbott. Tank is a riot. He should replace the normal commentators. The first heavyweight champion is crowned in a Dan Severn-Mark Coleman battle. Listen to what Severn says when Bigjohn asks him if he has any questions. Severn's really too old for this kind of thing. Of course, that was in '97, and he's still fighting. He's like some kind of...non-stopping...wrestling guy...
- i expected dan severn ultimate ultimate champion to actually put on a great show against the hammer, but he just tensed out. it would have been a great match if the beast was to be unleashed. dan severn has great wrestling background, so that is really a let down. mark coleman showed in the final that he had the superior strength to defeat severn. ufc 12 is o'right
- UFC 12 was on February 7, 1997 from Dothan, Alabama. This is the first UFC with weight classes. And with guest commentating from Ken Shamrock in the lightweight tournament, Tank Abbott in the heavyweight tournament and Don "The Predator" Frye in the main event.
In the lightweight tournament is Lion's Den fighter, UFC 8 and 11 veteran and Super Brawl 1 Middleweight tournament champion Jerry Bohlander, Pancrase veteran Yoshiki Takahashi, Universal Vale Tudo Fighting veteran Wallid Ismael, and rookie fighter Rainy Martinez. This was a good tournament but I didn't care for it. In the heavyweight tournament is Lion's Den fighter and Super Brawl 1 heavyweight tournament champion Tra Tellingman, Super Brawl 2 veteran and Carlson Gracie Jr. student Vitor Belfort, UFC 8 and 11 veteran Scott Ferrozo and kickboxer Jim Mullen. This tournament was good too, but finals were great. The main event is between UFC 5 Champion, UFC Ultimate Ultimate 1995 champion and UFC 9 "Super" fight winner Dan "The Beast" Severn and UFC 10 and 11 champion Mark "The Hammer" Coleman. This fight was to crown the first UFC Heavyweight champion. This was good but not great. Overall good tape.
- February 7, 1997
Dothan Civic Center
Dothan, Alabama
UFC Judgement Day.
Jerry Bohlander vs. Rainy Martinez:
This one ends quickly. It appears that one of these fighters has no business in the UFC and the other has what could be a bright future.
Wallid Ismail vs. Yoshiki Takahashi:
This fight evolves into a standing battle briefly, then turns into a standing struggle for position. Ismail's protective cup somehow gets ripped out of his pants, which I'd never seen happen in a fight before, nor have I seen it since. The fight grows less and less interesting - and it eventually goes to a decision.
Scott Ferrozzo vs. Jim Mullen:
Ferrozzo is a mess and he bothers me, haha... Tank Abbott, who amazingly lost to Ferrozzo, sits in on commentary for this fight. Ferrozzo looks more than ridiculous in his WWF wrestler-like tights with his huge gut hanging down over them. Ferrozzo predictably bulldozes Mullen into the fence and basically lies on him until the fight ends with a TKO. Granted, Ferrozzo uses his weight effectively - he's just amusing as a comical figure, not a fighter.
Tra Telligman vs. Vitor Belfort:
Belfort, the young phenom, simply overwhelms Lion's Den fighter, Tra Telligman... Very entertaining fight. Belfort has amazing hand speed and strength.
Takahashi had broken his hand in his first fight of the event and us unable to continue. Alternate Nick Sanzo steps in to face Jerry Bohlander in the finals of the tournament. This is another joke of a fight for Bohlander. It ends quickly.
Scott Ferrozzo vs. Vitor Belfort:
This one lasts 52 seconds. The fat man in tights gets absolutely lit up by Belfort... He lunges for Belfort after the fight has been stopped, attempting to lift Belfort and slam his. It is broken up and the octagon is filled with Belfort's team who carry him around in celebration. Ferrozzo didn't belong in there with the likes of Vitor Belfort. Not at all.
Mark "The Hammer" Coleman vs. Dan "The Beast" Severn:
This was to be an exciting fight. Severn, already 38 years old at this point, takes on the new bad boy on the block, Mark Coleman. Two of the finest grapplers the UFC has ever seen will go at it. The fight, however, is something of a letdown. It doesn't last all that long and it doesn't end all that spectacularly.
Not a bad night for the UFC, but certainly not too notable an event. I recommend at least seeing it, but it is not exactly "required viewing" for MMA and UFC fans.
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Posted in Martial Arts (Monday, October 13, 2008)
It stars Don 'The Dragon' Wilson, Rina Reyes, Joe Mari Avellana, Robert Marius, Maurice Smith (II). It was directed by Andy Blumenthal (II). By New Concorde.
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5 comments about Bloodfist II.
- I feel this film is a rare sequel to ver pass it's original, it has twice the action of the original film and features many more Martial Arts cahmpions. The story has Don "The Dragon" playing a karate champ who is kidnapped along with half a dozen other fighters. All enter (against their will) a tournament which gambler Mr. Su (Joe Mari Avelana) has rigged by pitting them all against steroid freaks with their own fighting skills. Wilson's climatic showdown with Maurice Smith is by far the best of the entire movie, and this flick stands out (as do all the other BLOODFIST titles) as a particularly fun Martial Arts saga.
- Bloodfist 2 was a pretty good low budget sequel. The plot was a little shaky but the martial arts was pretty good. Art Camacho provided the action sequences on most of Don's films which were most behalf on the mediocre side. The good thing about the films is the martial art champions that were brought. There were shoot fighting champions, tae kwon do, hapkido, judo, and shotokan. The last fight scenes in the ring were pretty good. Don Wilson displaying some great continueous single kicks. Overall a average martial arts film with some good fight sequences.
- THIS TIME AROUND, JAKE RAE [DON ''THE DRAGON'' WILSON] GIVES UP HIS WORLD TITLE AFTER KILLING AN OPPONENT IN THE RING. BUT, THAT'S NOT THE LAST TIME HE'LL BE COMPETING. SHORTLY THEREAFTER, HE'S CAPTURED AND ALONG WITH SEVERAL OTHER MARTIAL ARTS CHAMPIONS, HE'S BOUGHT TO AN ISLAND FORTRESS TO TAKE ON SOME DRUGGED-UP FIGHTERS. NOT AS GOOD AS ITS PREDECESSOR. WHAT SAVES IT IS THE VERY GOOD FIGHT SEQUENCES THAT OCCUR NEAR THE END. THE STORYLINE FOR THIS MOVIE SEEMS TO BE VERY SIMILAR TO THAT OF ''ENTER THE DRAGON''. BUT MOST MARTIAL ARTS FANS WILL LIKE IT ANYWAY.
- For those of you that don't know, the Bloodfist films are the "Friday the 13th" series of kickboxing/karate flick as the shear number of these (their are 8!) outnumber any other series in the genre. I'm still in the process of viewing them all and of what I've seen, Bloodfist II is one of the best of the series and I even found it to be better than the original. The first film ripped off Bloodsport and this sequel rips off Enter the Dragon as Don "The Dragon" Wilson is kidnapped along with other champion fighters and taken to a remote island where they are forced to fight in gladiator style matches. The fighting scenes wer staged better than the first film and they were also more brutal. Though apparently Wilson plays the same character from the first film, his character doesn't appear to be the same as he is more tough, stern, and overall more likeable as an action character. Overall I found this be a highly entertaining B-Grade action flick that is sure to please fans.
- Bloodfist 2 again stars Don "The Dragon" Wilson, along with an array of real-life martial arts world champions. Compared to the first Bloodfist (which was made only a year before this one), there is not much of a story, but the amount of action makes up for it greatly.
Jake Ray, now retired from fighting, goes to the Philippines to help his friend Vinny who has been captured by a man named Su. It becomes nothing more than a trap for Jake and a group of world class fighters, brought to fight in Su's own private tournament for his audience of guests. Su owns a group of his own fighters, including Vinny, who are on a special steroid and can't feel any pain when fighting.
Bloodifst 2 is packed with action (mostly fight scenes) from beginning to end. Unlike the 1st Bloodfist, the scenes are much better choregraphed and more realistic. The tournament is a lot better in this film too, lasting a good 20 minutes straight with fighters of a variety of styles and abilities. Some of the fights even get a little dirty - smashing heads into walls, using pipes, and a few bone-breakers.
Again, don't expect a story with this one and there is no suprise ending or any kind of twist of fate. Fortunately, it ends well on the action note. If you want an easy going movie with lots of well-choreographed fights, Bloodfist 2 is right up there.
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Posted in Martial Arts (Monday, October 13, 2008)
It stars Shih Tien, Stephen Tung Wei, Dean Shek, Wen Chiang Lung, Shih Chung-tien. It was directed by Yeung Jing Chan. By Ground Zero.
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4 comments about 18 Fatal Strikes.
- Errors...
This DVD has the worst sound quality that you can imagine. I had to turn up the volume to 64 just to hear it. Then the picture freezes until the DVD skips chapters and shuts off. Its too bad as this is a classic that even though has a very bad storyline with bad comedy should still be in the collectors stock. I had to return 2 copies and get a credit. Avoid this Ground Zero blunder.
- This is about what you would expect from a 1981 low budget film. The story is lacking a bit and the comedy is lousy. The fighting is good, which makes it worth buying. I was disappointed with the audio/video quality. One channel of the audio is out of phase with the other which makes it hard to hear. By flipping the + & - wires on the back of one of the speakers fixes it. The video looks like RZA hooked up his K-mart blue light special VCR to a DVD burner and hit record. This movie is obviously aimed at Wu-tang clan fans, but it's worth checking out if you're a Kung-fu buff.
- ive gotten reports that this was made in 1981 at 1st and then i got reports that it was made in 1978. this movie stars stephen tung wei, shih tien (a funny cat indeed), underrated villain the shaking eagle (who gives a mesmerizing performance). the fight scenes was very good, the story is typical regular martial arts storyline. the comedy is pretty hilarious but it was lacking more fight scenes indeed. the dvd features are great i give that a 3 with a off the meatrack intro from the rza. the picture quality is decent, sound is terrible because i have to turn it all the way up and the vhs version is probably better believe it or not. but do pick this one up for sure. it is a classic for a low budget film
- Now my rating may have been a 3 but the film was horribly presented. The movie I would give a 2.5/5 at best but only for the Shaking Eagle.
It starts out with the government looking to kill this monk. Of course their top fighter is the Shaking Eagle. With all types of swooshing sounds and hoooooooooo-waaaaaaaaaahhhhh's to distract you, this guy still has some awsesome kung fu. So the monk that the eagle is looking for gets away and Dean Shek(comedic teacher in Drunken Master and Snake In Eagle's Shadow) and Steve Tung Wei find and cure him. So FINALLY the 2 start to learn the monks styles and of course they look for revenge. The story was oh so dreary and the acting of Tung Wei was pretty bad, nowhere near a Bruce Liang of course, but let me talk about the finer points of this movie because there certainly were some.
We get to see Dean Shek in a different kind of role. Sure we know him for comedy and he displays that but we also get to see him as an actor, and a very good one he is. Also on dispay are his kung fu skills and while he could NEVER carry the movie as a hero, he is still a good fighter. And then of course we have the Shaking Eagle. The kung fu was standard at best all the way through, but the final fight is fun and bloody at the same time and way over the top. Can Tung Wei kill the invincible Shaking Eagle?
The special features include an intro where the RZA points out that Sammo and Tung Wei choreographed this movie and the fact that Tung Wei is the name of the kung fu system in Taiwan. Trailers of other wutang releases and a bonus fight of Tung Wei from the movie that Rarescope just released with Don Wong Tao: Along Comes a Tiger.
Picture quality is horrible but still watchable and we actually miss part of a good Dean Shek fight because I think RZA accidentally paused it and didn't notice for a few seconds. The sound is not very good but I am all too used to that. Certainly not the worst sound quality.
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Posted in Martial Arts (Monday, October 13, 2008)
It stars Grady Justice, Sang H. Kim. It was directed by Sang H. Kim. By Turtle Press.
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5 comments about Zen Man.
- I had the pleasure of meeting Sang Kim when he was about half way through shooting Zen Man. I enjoyed spending three days with him and found him to be an immensely interesting man, comical, and intense in his approach to film making and in his life-long love of the martial arts.
While Zen Man is Sang's first movie (he has appeared in dozens of martial arts training videos and DVDs), his advanced education in film making shows in nearly every frame. There are several images of water, landscape, calligraphy, and even fog in a cemetery that Sang and his crew shot beautifully, all captured by an artist with an eye for what makes the viewer go "Wow."
As the title implies, Zen Man is about one man's philosophy, but there are several fight scenes for the martial arts fan. Sang displays his incredible kicking ability (his knockout hook kick toward the end of the movie is worth the price of admission), grappling, and stick work in several well-done scenes. His work with the long pole and single and double short sticks is extremely good.
Zen Man, written by Sang and Cynthia Kim, starring and directed by Sang Kim, is a wonderful first movie effort. Sang has a definite screen presence and his directing and cinematography has moments of true mastery.
As others have said here, it will be fun to see Sang's and Cynthia's next movie project.
- I was very pleased that the Making of Zen Man on Disc 2 explained the background stories of the movie. I watched the movie again afterward and it makes a lot more sense now. I wanted to see more fights between Mugabi and Han but the final confrontation ended so quickly. But I guess if the ending were longer it would be dragging out the story. The opening fight is superb but the highlight is at the end when Han fights against Dan. Han's spinning hooking kick to Dan's head is something I've never seen. Zen Man is truly a great movie.
- Zen Man reminds me of a Billy Jack type film. Occasionally, I noticed that with more budget more could have been done in the chasing scenes but boy, it still is impressive for an independent film. This is a beautifully filmed movie, showing real fighting action. You don't really find that kind of movie too much anymore. I give it five stars.
- Great Entertainment. Realistic fight scenes with a lot of emotion. Great performances by all Main characters. Really interesting story and very good action for an independent film.
- This is an entertaining, suspenseful, and thought provoking film that is a liberating study in Zen. Between the beautiful cinematography, the intriguing storyline, and Han's skillful martial arts scenes emerge the lessons of honor, respect, revenge, and truth. Not since the TV series Kung Fu years ago with the Master and "grasshopper" has there been entertainment that delves beneath the surface to enrich the viewer through an exercise in enlightenment. Zen Man does this masterfully.
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Posted in Martial Arts (Monday, October 13, 2008)
It stars Feng Ku, Cecilia Wong, Kwok Choi Hon, Sai Aan Dai, Dean Shek. It was directed by Yen Hua. By Xenon.
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2 comments about The Four Invincibles.
- 4 men all punished by the same man join forces and learn the crippled fighting style in order to combat his devils palm. Not the most outstanding kung fu cast, but they do more then enough to keep you interested. I liked this film alot. Some great humor, and some great fights, what else do you need?
- I though this flick has all the foot print of an amazing old school kung fu, but fell some what short,,not much!! Don't get me wrong the fight scenes are amazing, especally using the crippled style, four crippled men. The choreography very good, the picture quality surprizingly good. After watching this flick the first time,,,I was compelled to watch it again a second time around!!! I would recommend this movie to all the old school kung fu lovers out here,,,you will not be dissapointed. I gave this flick a 4 stars for the good efforts, as it was directed by a fairly new/ unknown director Hwa Yan!!
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Posted in Martial Arts (Monday, October 13, 2008)
It stars Royce Gracie, Steve Jennum. By Lions Gate.
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5 comments about Ultimate Fighting Championship Classics, Vol. 4.
- The Gracie-Severn bout may not be the most explosive bout ever, but it shows what a true Martial Artist Royce Gracie is. After watching these two go at it, with Severn seemingly having the upper hand throughout, the ending is pure Gracie: calm, quiet and effective. Royce is so methodical through this entire bout it is a blast to watch. While many of the other bouts may feature more explosive punches & kicks, this one shows that perseverance is just as important as any other element. In my opinion, this is what truly solidified Royce Gracie as a legend.
If you like the UFC and you haven't seen this one, get it!
- UFC 4
REVENGE OF THE WARRIORS
I was so happy when I learned that they were releasing the original UFC events, this one in particular because this was when Dan "The Beast" Severn debuted in the UFC. Dan is one of my all time favorite mixed martial arts fighters, and this one in particular was amazing.
1.ROYCE GRACIE VS RON VAN CLIEF-this fight was the typical Gracie fight in that it was a quick dominant fight. As soon as they went at each other Royce had him on the ground and tore into him until making Ron tap to a rear naked choke hold. Over all exactly what you would think happen back during the reign of the Gracie's.5/5
2.JOE SON VS KEITH HACKNEY-this has to be one of the dirtiest, but funniest fights ever recorded on video. And I have to say that Hackney is a cold messed up dude. Joe Son basically controlled the entire bout, so Keith decided to punch Joe in the crotch repeatedly until Joe Son taped to a choke. This fight was definitely messed up on Hackney's part.5/5
3.MELTON BOWEN VS STEVE JENNUM-this was am interesting fight, simply because Steve and Melton trade some nice blows. Even though Steve controls most of the fight at the beginning Melton still found his way back to his feet. But it seemed as soon as he got up, he was slammed right back down. And at about the five minute mark Melton tapped out to a killer arm bar.5/5
4.DAN SEVERN VS ANTHONY MACIAS-finally we come to the last of the first round fights, and it happens to be the debut of the Beast. You can't really call this one a fight because it was over at one minute and forty five seconds. But even though it was a short bout it was still exciting, after to vicious belly to back suplexes to Anthony from Severn, Anthony tapped to a rear naked choke.5/5
5.ROYCE GRACIE VS KEITH HACKNEY-Gracie had a harder time this time around in the second round against Hackney. In fact Hackney tore up Royce's face a little with some nice strikes. But Gracie still took the fight after applying a killer arm bar to Hackney.5/5
6.MARCUS BOSSETT VS DAN SEVERN-apparently Steve Jennum could not continue that night so Bossett won a toss to face Severn. This was another quick fight, soon after Severn took him down Bossett tapped out.5/5
7.JASON FAIRN VS GUY MEZGER-that's right a young Guy Mezger fought at UFC 4 in a fight before the main event of the evening. This was a great fight to view because Mezger dominated this fight, he beat this guy so bad that they threw in the towel for Fairn.5/5
8.ROYCE GRACIE VS DAN SEVERN-this fight is definitely a classic in my mind, this was 16 minutes of two greats going at it. Sure this fight took place on the ground for most of the fight, but this was still an excellent bout. Gracie would end up winning the tournament that night but Severn proved he belonged in there with a legend.5/5
Over all this was an excellent event, and is worth your money. Plus there is a great interview with Severn in the special features.
- This was the debut of Dan Severn. The man who saved the UFC.
Royce Gracie, the enormously skilled superstar who'd become the face of UFC, was growing disillusioned and wanted out. Which was very bad news, since Ken Shamrock had becoming an absolute enigma (one withdrawal and two no-shows between 2-4) and no one else was even close to taking the mantle.
They took a big gamble on Severn, a pure amateur wrestler already well into his 30's, who had only a few days notice to get ready for UFC 4. The deal reportedly was that he would be allowed to compete again only if he made it to the final. If he didn't, Gracie's departure would leave UFC with no marketable stars and eventually turn it into a footnote in MMA history.
Severn's first match (which alone makes this worth watching) pitted him against a somewhat erratic yet relentless striker. Severn takes the initiative in spectacular highlight-reel fashion and never looks back. In the semifinal, Severn exchanges flash for cold-blooded efficiency, crushing the unprepared alternate in less than half a minute. With his future secured, he turns his attention to the indominatble legend, Royce Gracie, producing at least one of the three best tournament finals of all time.
In between are a strange back-and-forth battle between Keith Hackney and Joe Son, Gracie against inarguably the easiest opponent of his life, Steve Jennum's (who?) unusually difficult victory over boxer Melton Bowen, and Hackney's valiant but ultimately doomed attempt to take down Gracie. Also included is a fast and furious exhibition match (the precursor to the Superfight) between Jason Fairn and Guy Mezger.
A somewhat uneven tournament, but in the end, the sport has made its mark, and that's what matters.
- I know it... I LOVE the early UFC...
I was one of the crazy ones back in the day that really dug this stuff... now everyone loves it.
My buddies got together for this pay-per-view and were treated to some of the greatest early UFC fights. Joe Son vs. Hackney is very memorable for the overt low blows, Hackney vs. Gracie is excellent, but the Dan Severn vs. Anthony Macias fight is outstanding. A heavyweight wrestler vs. a lightweight kickboxer. That is every heavyweight wrestlers dream, and my dream to see an actual German Suplex done for real to a guy. I only saw it on video games and pro-wrestling. I never realized it could be done legitimately TWICE!!! The German Suplexes are worth the disk alone.
Another historic early DVD from the UFC...
- Ultimate Fighting Championship 4 comes to us from Tulsa, Oklahoma on December 16th, 1994. Royce Gracie is back, along with UFC 3 winner, Steve Jennum,and also the debut of wrestling machine Dan Severn. Once again, 8 fighters take to the Octagon to test their mixed martial arts disciplines against each other. The "No Rules" approach is once again on display as we see hair pulling and painful-to-watch groin shots in the Joe Son vs Keith Hackney fight. The final fight is a 16 minute test of wills between Gracie and newcomer Severn.
First Round Matchups:
1. 51yr old Ron Van Clief (Karate) vs Royce Gracie (Jiu-Jitsu)
2. Joe Son (Josondo) vs Keith Hackney (Kempo Karate)
3. Melton Bowen (Boxing) vs Steve Jennum (Ninjitsu)
4. Anthony Macias (Muy Thai) vs Dan Severn (Wrestling)
After the semi-final matchups, there is a Qualifying match, with the winner advancing to UFC 5. It is between Jason Fairn (Jiu-Jitsu) and Guy Mezger (Kickboxing). Mezger wins his debut, and we would see him later at UFC and Pride events.
The Special Features of the DVD features a Hall of Fame Interview with Dan Severn, and then a breakdown of the fights by MMA writer Josh Gross.
UFC featured a great night of fights, with the debut of future phenom Dan Severn, and the fighting spirit of Royce Gracie.
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Posted in Martial Arts (Monday, October 13, 2008)
It stars Chan, Chui-Laan, Tang. By Tai Seng.
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Posted in Martial Arts (Monday, October 13, 2008)
It stars Jet Li, Hu Jian Qiang, Qingfu Pan, Chia Hui Liu, Cheng-Hui Yu. It was directed by Xinyan Zhang. By Image Entertainment.
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5 comments about Shaolin Temple 2: Kids From Shaolin.
- This is my favorite movie. You should go see it. Especially if you are a Jet Li fan.
- Lots of cute scenes, including when all the boy actors have to bend over for a caning.
- This is one of Jet Li's best of his earlier films. It tells the story of rivalry between two familes on either side of a river. One practices Wu Tang style, has only girls and is wealthy. The other is Shaolin, has only boys and is poor. The differences keep them apart and this suits well some riff raffs who want to steal the daughters and money from the wealthier family. The combination of humor, romance and fighting scenes make getting this movie worthwhile.
- I'd say its the second best from the series, a must see also. You will enjoy seeing the great Kung Fu hear. Not only will you see Shaolin Style here but also another one.
- I actually liked this more than the first. There is a lot of singing and it is kind of a kiddie movie, but when the fighting begins, your kids will never watch another genre again. There is not really a good guy and a bad guy in this flick until the end.
The story is about a Shaolin master and his boys becoming friendly with the girls across the way. It just so happens that the girls father is a Wudang master. So of course they can't be together. Shaolin hates Wudang! Well, in the movies at least. So some plot gets injected with bandits they will have to fight. The final fight is spectacular. If you are looking for a movie that will at least make you giggle and has unbelievable action sequences, Kids from Shaolin is one you need to check out.
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It stars Pride Fc. By Bci / Eclipse.
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4 comments about Pride FC 2 - From the Yokohama Arena.
- Firstly I would recommend any DVD featuring Marco Ruas (with the exception of UFC 21 v. Maurice Smith), and his fight against Goodridge does not disappoint, with both fighters putting up a good showing.
Sakuraba fights well, and show glimpses of what lies in the future for him, as does Renzo with an impressive performance. The only downside is the Kerr fight, with some boring tactics from Branco. Overall a good show, and well worth watching
- Overall a very good show.I like the real fights at streetbrawls.com Sakuraba fights well, and show glimpses of what lies in the future for him, as does Renzo with an impressive performance.
The only downside is the Kerr fight, with some boring tactics from Branco. Overall a good show, and well worth watching
- It's true, I like this book a great deal. You should get it, it makes yah think.
- This DVD and all of the pride dvd's is worth a buy.
The supplemental stuff is weak, and unfortunately it's the same on all the pride DVD's. So once you've seen it once, thats that!!. However the fighting, the fighters and the prodcution are top notch. It's not just blood and guts it's style and panache, check out Sakuraba, unbelievable.
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The 72 Desperate Rebels
Ultimate Fighting Championship Vol. 12
Bloodfist II
18 Fatal Strikes
Zen Man
The Four Invincibles
Ultimate Fighting Championship Classics, Vol. 4
Man of Nasty Spirit
Shaolin Temple 2: Kids From Shaolin
Pride FC 2 - From the Yokohama Arena
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