Strength, entertainment, dynamism. The best fighters. Asian martial arts films

What can lure these films? Who is this movie for? Asian militants are created, first of all, for men who, looking at the heroes, would like to become like them: strong and selfless, ready to rush to the defense of the offended.

Ancient traditions need to be honored

Films about martial arts are rooted in the East. As you know, martial arts, storing centuries-old secrets, rules and techniques, originated there and still remain popular. To win, the hero enjoys the experience of his ancestors, masters of martial arts, often bearing a cruel sentence to the villains. Often, Asian militants include a dynamic, highly sensitive narrative related to the fight against evil in its various manifestations - syndicates, mafia, bandits.

Classics of the genre

One of the most famous examples of this trend of Asian cinema is the trilogy "Armor of God" with the participation of Jackie Chan. All parts cover the period from 1986 to 2012. The protagonist, nicknamed the Hawk, abducts an ancient ritual sword, which when destroyed will lead to the birth of new evil forces. Before the hero there is a question of truly world significance - to save mankind, using his combat skills. In the second part, Hawkeye goes on an expedition to Africa in search of Nazi treasures. The third part is devoted to the search for rare figurines depicting the animal's head ...

In total, the total income of the "Armor of God" was about 200 million dollars. This is one of the famous film works of Jackie Chan, which is included in the category "Asian militants".

The coolest - historical films

With a budget of 31 million, the fees for this film exceeded the $ 170 million mark. The fantasy thriller was nominated for an Oscar. The plot of the picture "Hero" takes the viewer in the past centuries, when China is divided into principalities. Anticipating power and the throne, there is one person in the ranks of applicants, whilst wanting to remain in the shadow. He wants to take all the areas and become a leader of a single state. He has his own defender, holyly guarding the life and honor of the future ruler. But there are those who, being hired killers, will do everything to get rid of it ... One of the best films of 2002, which can be included in the category of "Steep Asian militants."

Vivid examples of the best pictures

"Unsurpassed master of kung fu" consists of several series. In each of them, the relationship between the young master of martial arts and surrounding people develops more and more. When Hung Kay returned home after a long absence, he found that his father still teaches the general's detachment, provoking resentment from his fellow citizens who believe that he is too close to the tops of power. Himself Khun Kei sympathizes with the local fighter for justice - the Red Dragon, keeping order in the streets of the city. The face of this person is hidden behind a mask, and it is exactly on him that Khan Kay wants to be involved, engaging different layers of society in acquaintance with his idol ...

"Merantau" - not only the title of the 2009 film, but also an ancient rite, which must stand the young fighter Yuda. As a condition, he must move to Jakarta, a city famous for its violence and crime. Yude will have to hold out here for a while, but from the first minutes he gets involved in confrontation with pimps and drug traffickers running local streets. The orphan Astri and her younger brother join the company of Yuda, whose safety is now entrusted to his shoulders.

This film is included in the list of "Asian militants with martial arts" for good reason. Scale and entertainment, according to viewers, do not leave it all the way. The spectacular final battle with the main enemy of Yuda was truly impressive.

Dynamic Dance Dragon Dance (2008) tells a modern story, in which many different directions intertwined - dancing, love, courage and martial art, without which the main characters can not overcome the difficulties encountered.

In every battle there should be a spark of humor

This picture was released in 2004 and immediately received recognition from the audience. What can keep them at the screen, like non-comedy gunmen? Asian films with martial arts can be replenished with the "Killer Team". Despite the tough battle scenes, comedy motives are noticeable in the tape. Judge for yourself: the best in the country the school of taekwondo stands on the verge of closure if its teacher does not win a local tournament that can bring the necessary funding. But even the best students refused to compete, and the main character has to knock together a new group in a short time. The difficulty is that none of her has ever had any business with martial arts: a fat sausage seller, a petty thief and a ballet dancer. Will they be able to compete seriously? Newfangled fighters will have to study hard, but be sure: they will succeed.

Modernity: the newest Asian thriller

Leaving the bright examples of the past years, let us turn to those that came out relatively recently. The loudest and the most successful to win the audience's love are presented below:

• "Sword of the Dragon" (2015). Action with Jackie Chan in the title role. A few months after the release, he managed to recoup the costs of production. The plot narrates about the ruling emperor Tiberius. Against him will perform a Roman commander and a loyal soldier. By all rules, they should not have met. But they are compelled to unite in order to protect their state from the oppression of the greedy ruler.
• "Becoming a legend" (2014). Young fighter Won Feigong gets an offer from the leader of the local gang to join him. Now he is one of those who control power in one of the provinces. But Vaughn attracts another, which the whole group will soon regret: the master of martial arts entered into it out of a sense of revenge.
• "Raid 2" (2014). Continuation of the successful first part under the slogan "One against all". Officer Rama tries to leave a bloody past, but in a new life it still invades - Rama is forced to intrude into a criminal syndicate, destroying those who destroyed his friends once. A dynamic insurgent about the Indonesian police, guiding order in a criminal Jakarta. The film is marked by scenes of violence and episodes of spectacular staging fights. The picture can be deservedly included in the list of "The best fighters." Asian films, like the second "Reid", retain a special atmosphere that characterizes the tapes of the genre in question. Good adrenaline and nice viewing!