Marvel's Daredevil Episode 3 "Rabbit In A Snowstorm" (2015)

Bowling Alley Fight: 3/5


Murdock vs Heely: 3.5/5



Good action in this episode. I like that Murdock is being challenged physically in every episode so far, he's not just running through red shirts.

Marvel's Daredevil Episode 2 "Cut Man" (2015)

Murdock vs Russians: 4.25/5


The first truly great fight of the series. I may be grading this a bit generously, but it's such an impressive long take shot. Thought it's evident that there are times when Cox switches out with stuntmen, that's more smart action direction than anything. All in one take, it felt real and gritty.

Marvel's Daredevil Episode 1 "Into The Ring" (2015)

Murdock vs Thugs: 2.75/5


Murdock vs Assassin: 3.25/5


A couple of solid fights in the pilot. Covered in darkness, as Daredevil is a nighttime crime fighter. Hoping to see more in coming episodes.

Dragon Lord (1982)

Courtyard fight: 2.5/5

Temple fight: 3/5

Barn Fight: 4.5/5


Not one of Jackie's better movies. Also not a lot of fighting. The jianzi game in the middle is pretty impressive. And the last fight scene in the barn against Hwang In Shik is incredible. One of the great things about it is that Jackie's character, Dragon, doesn't possess a lot of martial skill. What he does possess is youth, determination, heart and incredible athleticism. Not to mention an ability to absorb a ton of punishment. This is in stark contrast to In Shik's character, who is highly skilled, older and can't take quite as much. I also like that Mars gets to be part of the finale, since he so rarely is anything but a background character. Since he is Jackie's real life best friend it's cool to see them work together in a movie to take down a big boss.

But besides the finale, there isn't much to this movie. Even the opening pyramid scene that took 2900 takes (the world record), isn't really that impressive in the grand scheme of things. That final fight is an enduring piece of art, though. Somewhat recommended.

25 Years...25 Movies

I’ve been pretty obsessed with narrative lately, trying to consume more narrative based things like movies and TV shows. So as someone who loves lists, and to commemorate my 25 years of life, this is a list of my 25 favorite movies. 

25. Contour

The ultimate indie action film

24. Office Space

Eastern philosophy applied to western life.

23. Wheels on Meals

Classic Jackie action flick.

22. The Wrestler

Love wrestling, love this film 

21. How To Train Your Dragon

Classic hero's journey. With Dragons.

20. Prodigal Son

Yuen Biao, my favorite screen fighter, in his greatest role.

19. Borat

Nothing made me laugh harder upon first viewing.

18. The Raid 2: Berandal

Best martial arts film of the modern era

17. Battle Royale

The violence. The concept. The violence.

16. Toy Story

Pixar at its best.

15. South Park The Movie

My favorite Musical

14. Crash

Worst Best Picture? Fuck that, it's great.

13. Pulp Fiction

Tarantino's Magnum Opus

12. Aladdin

All time favorite Disney movie

11. Team America

America, FUCK YEAH!

10. Short Term 12

Feelings. Brie Larson. All my feelings.

9. Oldboy

Korean mindfuck. Hammer time, bitches.

8. Fargo

Favorite movie heroine. Excellent all around.

7. Toy Story 3

My childhood. My adolescence. The sensation of growing up.

6. True Romance

Excellent characters, great love story.

5. Gran Torino

Interracial paternal relationship plus old man action. Love it.

4. Drunken Master 2 

My favorite fight scene of all time.

3. Police Story 

Jackie's Magnum Opus. Hong Kong Die Hard.

1a. The Matrix           1b. Groundhog Day

A perfect distillation of the human potential.

Action. Philosophy. Kung Fu. My favorite things.

Way Of The Dragon a.k.a. Return Of The Dragon (1972)

Bruce Lee vs Thugs: 2.25/5

Bruce Lee vs Thugs: 2.75/5

Bruce Lee & Staff vs Thugs: 3/5

Bruce Lee vs Bob Wall: 3.5/5

Bruce Lee vs Hwang In Shik: 3.25/5

Bruce Lee vs Chuck Norris: 4.25/5



This is my favorite Bruce Lee movie. It has an absolute classic for an end fight, my personal favorite Bruce Lee fight ever. It takes place in the literal Coliseum. How dope is that? It's also the only time Chuck Norris ever fought Bruce Lee. And this is Chuck in his prime, before he became a meme.

Like many Bruce Lee movies this is a Bruce Lee highlight reel. It just showcases his speed and technique. He even uses dual nunchuckas at one point. We also have a young Hwang In Shik, which is really cool (see The Young Master). CHINESE BOXING! Recommended.

The Rebel a.k.a. Dong Mau Anh Hung (2007)

Opening Fight: 2.5/5

Vo's Jailbreak: 3/5

Villa Fight: 3/5

Johnny vs Tessier: 3.25/5

Johnny vs Nguyen: 3.25/5

Johnny/Vo vs Thugs: 3.75/5

Johnny vs Sy: 4.25/5


I dug this flick. It's simple and hits all the right beats. You have a good cast of villains and the final fight is going to turn heads for people who didn't know how good Johnny Nguyen is. He's real good. This movie is a showcase for him, as he's like Vietnam's Tony Jaa. Recommended.