Fighting Spirit Film Festival: All Action Martial Arts

16/12/2024

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Our interview with Halime Özdemir-Larusso, is up now. Halime is the producer and location manager for Brawler. Brawler, directed by Bulent Özdemir-Larusso is a martial arts short about A focused fighter risks all in a high stakes brawl to save the one he loves. The interview was done by our very own Es and filmed & edited by our very own . Many thanks to and

Hey Everyone,Welcome back to our YouTube Channel and we're bringing you another interview from Fighting Spirit Film Festival 2024 with Halime Özdemir-Larusso...

16/12/2024

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We are proud to announce our partnership with Project Sifu. Other partners include the School of East Asian Studies, University of Sheffield, Geez A Gi and Unrivalled MMA.

Project Sifu is about empowering youth through Martial Arts Cinema and Practice. Project Sifu blends the practice of Martial Arts and filmmaking in order to promote physical and mental well-being, a deeper understanding of cultural heritage, cultural appreciation and tackling critical issues amongst young people. Project Sifu will be doing this through a series of workshops where young participants learn self-defense techniques, the principles of Martial Arts Philosophy and technical skills.

At Fighting Spirit Film Festival 2025, we will be screening the Project Sifu's mini-documentary, which will showcase the participant's journeys and achievements, so stay tuned.

Welcome Project Sifu brings together the art of martial arts training and the creative world of filmmaking to inspire and empower young people in the UK. By blending physical discipline with cinematic storytelling, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of cultural heritage, promote mental and

16/12/2024

Hey Everyone,

We are proud to announce our partnership with Project Sifu. Other partners include the School of East Asian Studies, University of Sheffield, Geez A Gi and Unrivalled MMA.

Project Sifu is about empowering youth through Martial Arts Cinema and Practice. Project Sifu blends the practice of Martial Arts and filmmaking in order to promote physical and mental well-being, a deeper understanding of cultural heritage, cultural appreciation and tackling critical issues amongst young people. Project Sifu will be doing this through a series of workshops where young participants learn self-defense techniques, the principles of Martial Arts Philosophy and technical skills.

At Fighting Spirit Film Festival 2025, we will be screening the Project Sifu’s mini-documentary, which will showcase the participant’s journeys and achievements, so stay tuned.

www.projectsifu.org.uk

24/11/2024

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Welcome back to our YouTube Channel and we're bringing you another interview from Fighting Spirit Film Festival 2024 with the cast of Jackie Winter Edition. Many thanks to Norbert Miskiewicz, Piotr Józefiak and Rafał Karnicki. The interview was done by our very own Es and filmed and edited by our very own J.Y.Creative. Many thanks to BFI and Hackney Picturehouse.

Jackie Winter Edition is a comedy action short film directed by Rafał Karnicki.

When Jackie's symbol of love - SNOWMAN (the ugliest one you've ever seen is brutally destroyed, the winter peace turns into a bloody fight for honor.

Hey Everyone,Welcome back to our YouTube Channel and we're bringing you another interview from Fighting Spirit Film Festival 2024 with the cast of Jackie Win...

21/11/2024

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On Wednesday 27th November at 18:10, at BFI Southbank NFT3, the BFI will be screening Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon for the Art of Action Season. We are proud to announce that our founder and director Soo Cole will be doing an intro for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

The screening is sold out but there are still some screenings left.

Ang Lee's Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is one of the most iconic martial arts films starring Chow Yun-Fat, Michelle Yeoh and Ziyi Zhang about two warriors on a mission to recover a precious stolen sword cross paths with a mysterious yet highly skilled adversary.

Two warriors on a mission to recover a precious stolen sword cross paths with a mysterious yet highly skilled adversary. Ang Lee’s Oscar-winning love letter to wuxia cinema is exquisitely choreographed – featuring breathtaking swordfights that see stars Chow Yun-fat, Michelle Yeoh and Ziyi Zhang...

21/11/2024

Hey Everyone,
On Wednesday 27th November at 18:10, at BFI Southbank NFT3, the BFI will be screening Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon for the Art of Action Season. We are proud to announce that our founder and director Soo Cole will be doing an intro for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

The screening is sold out but there are still some screenings left.

Ang Lee’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is one of the most iconic martial arts films starring Chow Yun-Fat, Michelle Yeoh and Ziyi Zhang about two warriors on a mission to recover a precious stolen sword cross paths with a mysterious yet highly skilled adversary.

16/11/2024

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Welcome back to our channel. We’re bringing you another interview from . Here is our very own Es interviewing Jordan Rasta Monk Moody , the founder of Rastamonk Warriors. This video was filmed and edited by our very own J.Y.Creative. Many thanks to BFIand Hackney Picturehouse. We hope you enjoy!

Hey Everyone,Welcome back to our channel. We’re bringing you another interview from . Here is our very own Es interviewing Jordan Rasta Monk Moody, ...

16/11/2024

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We hope you’re enjoying the BFI Art of Action Season. For those in Dundee or heading on Dundee on Wednesday 20th November, is screening The Last Dumpling, dir. Jadey Duffield followed by Yes, Madam! Our very own founder Soo Cole will be doing an introduction.

Tickets: www.dca.org.uk/events/o99-yes-madam

Yes, Madam! is directed by Corey Yuen and stars Michelle Yeoh and Cynthia Rothrock who play a couple of tough-as-nails police inspectors investigating the murder of a British agent, which leads them to a pair of unlucky thieves who need protection from a ruthless crime boss.

The Last Dumpling is an a Martial Arts Comedy Short directed by Jadey Duffield and stars Samuel Mak and Shinji Ishigaki. On a first date, two hungry men are faced with a dilemma when only one dumpling remains on their shared plate. Tensions rise as they both go for it, leading to a playful, hilarious and intense chopstick KungFu fight in the restaurant. Will they manage to share the last morsel gracefully, turning a potentially awkward moment into a delightful memory, or will their antics lead to the dumpling being snatched up by the adorable but opportunistic dog lurking under the table?

16/11/2024

Hey Everyone,
We hope you're enjoying the BFI Art of Action Season. For those in Dundee or heading on Dundee on Wednesday 20th November, Dundee Contemporary Arts is screening The Last Dumpling, dir. Jadey Duffield followed by Yes, Madam! Our very own founder Soo Cole will be doing an introduction.

Tickets: www.dca.org.uk/events/o99-yes-madam

Yes, Madam! is directed by Corey Yuen and stars Michelle Yeoh and Cynthia Rothrock who play a couple of tough-as-nails police inspectors investigating the murder of a British agent, which leads them to a pair of unlucky thieves who need protection from a ruthless crime boss.

The Last Dumpling is an a Martial Arts Comedy Short directed by Jadey Duffield and stars Samuel Mak and Shinji Ishigaki. On a first date, two hungry men are faced with a dilemma when only one dumpling remains on their shared plate. Tensions rise as they both go for it, leading to a playful, hilarious and intense chopstick KungFu fight in the restaurant. Will they manage to share the last morsel gracefully, turning a potentially awkward moment into a delightful memory, or will their antics lead to the dumpling being snatched up by the adorable but opportunistic dog lurking under the table?

Get set for the heart-pounding, adrenaline-soaked, explosive new film season Art of Action. Part of BFI's Art of Action, a UK-wide film season celebrating high-octane cinema, we're bringing a wide-ranging selection of the best-ever action titles to our sc

13/11/2024

10/11/2024

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On Saturday 16th November at 2pm at the BFI Southbank in NFT4, Fighting Spirit Film Festival presents the Best Action Shorts at Stunt Saturday.

We will be screening Art of Crossing, dir. Tobiasz Wałkiewicz, Ascendants, dir. Leroy Kincaide and Sold, dir. Jennifer Li, which we screened at Fighting Spirit Film Festival 2023 and from this year we are screening Brawler, dir. Bulent Ozdemir-Larusso, Deja Vu, dir. Jean Frenette, Jump Senior, dir. Won Jin, The Last Dumpling, dir. Jadey Duffield, Ronin, dir. Jon Fraser and Young Hot Bloods, dir. Jade Ang-Jackman.

You can purchase tickets at: https://bit.ly/bfisbstuntsaturday

Art of Action’s Celebrating the Real Action Stars of Cinema with Stunt Saturday. Purchase a ticket and you can meet the unsung stars of the stunt world and learn more about stunts. The British Stunt Register will be presenting sessions on Female Stunt Performers, pre-visualisation, creature costume stunts and more.

Guest Speakers include David Holmes, stunt performer from Harry Potter and Nick de Semlyen, the author of The Last Action Heroes. Come get a ticket and you can also enjoy a screening of Hollywood Bulldogs, as well as a Q+A with Jon Spira, the director, Buster Keaton Shorts Programme and Countdowns of the Greatest Sword Fights, Vehicle Stunts and Fist Fights.

Welcome to this day dedicated to the art of the stunt. Come and meet some of the unsung stars of the stunt world and learn how their craft has developed over the years. Stunt Saturday will include sessions presented with the British Stunt Register exploring fire stunts, female stunt performers, pre-...

09/11/2024

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We're bringing you another Es interview today from Fighting Spirit Film Festival 2024, this time with Chester Yang CY Film Productions, the director of the Action Short Film Earth Lion Sudden Thunder.

Earth Lion Sudden Thunder follows Akira, a former trainee of ancient Lion Guardians, leads a quiet life haunted by past trauma and loss of his past memory. His world takes a thrilling turn when a rebellious teen thief, Dylan, steals his phone during a breakup call. Akira's pursuit unravels a series of events, leading him into the dangerous territory of a ruthless gang led by Johnny Thunder. As Akira fights for survival, memories resurface, igniting his purpose. The film weaves a gripping tale of redemption, resilience, and martial arts prowess against the backdrop of London's gritty streets, as Akira confronts his past and present and battles for his identity and love.

This interview is filmed and edited by our very own J.Y.Creative. Many Thanks to the BFI and Hackney Picturehouse.

Hey Everyone,We're bringing you another Es interview today from Fighting Spirit Film Festival 2024, this time with Chester Yang, the director of the Action S...

05/11/2024

Don't forget to check out BFI Art of Action Season!

Link to Interview: https://bit.ly/bfiaoatsi

Credits -
Thank you to BFI, BFI FAN, Timon Singh for Art of Action promo materials. Many thanks to BFI Distribution for the Point Break Promo.

05/11/2024

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We have a special guest with you today - Timon Singh who is here to talk to us about Art of Action, a BFI FAN Initiative. Art of Action is a BFI Season, funded by , that celebrates Action Cinema, action stars and stunt performers throughout the history of cinema.

We chatted to Timon about all things Action Cinema, the lineup for Art of Action, the U.K re-release of Kathryn Bigelow’s Point Break in 4K restoration on the 8th of November.

Link to Interview: https://bit.ly/bfiaoatsi

Credits -

Thank you to BFI, BFI FAN, Timon Singh for Art of Action promo materials.

Many thanks to BFI Distribution for the Point Break Promo.

Hey Everyone,We have a special guest with you today - Timon Singh who is here to talk to us about Art of Action, a BFI FAN Initiative. Art of Action is a BFI...

02/11/2024

Join us tomorrow at 11am at the BFI IMAX for the screening of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon followed by a Q&A and panel discussion about Women in Action hosted by Moira McVean.

Meet our host Moira McVean - Senior Mentoring & Spotlight Manager

Moira set up Film London’s Connect Mentoring Programme to support new and early entrants getting into, staying and progressing within the film industry. A passionate advocate for equitable opportunities for children and young people, Moira joined Film London in 2018 as the Young Audiences Manager to support independent cinemas to develop young audiences (16-30) for independent film. Previously a Curator at the Barbican, Moira moved into film education in 2012 as Into Film’s Head of Curation for their 5–19-year-olds schools’ programme. Moira also manages Film London’s Spotlight project working to increase community access to film culture in Newham, Barking & Dagenham as each respective borough only has one cinema.

A huge thank you to our panelists:

Soo Cole - Festival Director Fighting Spirit Film Festival: All Action Martial Arts
Jo Rolison - Action and Stunt Performer
Ioanna Karavela - Producer
Jadey Duffield - Writer/ Director

Buy your tickets here: https://whatson.bfi.org.uk/imax/Online/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=crouching-tiger-hidden-dragon-imax



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02/11/2024

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Tomorrow our very own will be on a panel for .on.the.moon Hong Kong Action Sundays screening of Yes, Madam. He will be on a panel alongside Michelle Lee and Richie Cheung .cheung.x.

Made on the Moon is collaborating with Watershed for four screenings of Hong Kong Action Movies, so get your tickets for tomorrow.

The event will take place at Watershed - 1 Canons Road
Harbourside
Bristol BS1 5TX, so if you’re in the Bristol area tomorrow, head on down.

Tickets are available at: https://buff.ly/4fwSuGT

Images Courtesy of Made on the Moon

02/11/2024

Hey Everyone,

Come down tomorrow to BFI IMAX for the screening of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon followed by a Q+A and panel discussion about Women in Action, hosted and moderated by Moira McVean.

One of the panelist’s is our very own Soo Cole, as well as Jo Rolison, Ioanna Karavela and Jade Duffield

You can purchase tickets -https://buff.ly/4fr8Kta

Image Credit - Action Xtreme Ltd.

01/11/2024

Fighting Spirit Film Festival 2024 through the lens of .y.creative Part 5

Many thanks to and