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What do you guys think?
What are the best movie fight scenes ever?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around identifying and sharing opinions on the best movie fight scenes ever. Participants reference a variety of films and specific scenes, exploring different styles and preferences in fight choreography.
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants highlight the fight between The Bride and The Crazy 88's in "Kill Bill" as a standout scene.
- Chris Farley's comedic presence is mentioned as noteworthy in the context of fight scenes.
- Chuck Norris versus Bruce Lee is cited as a classic matchup.
- Several films are suggested, including "Ong Bak," "Bloodsport," "Hero," and "Fearless," with varying opinions on their fight scenes.
- One participant expresses a preference for the showdown at the House of Blue Leaves.
- Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Pirates of the Caribbean are mentioned, with a participant questioning if any significant scenes were overlooked.
- Another participant appreciates the fight scenes in "The Bourne Legacy," while also commenting on the film's overall interest.
- There is a correction regarding the spelling of "Pearl Harbor," emphasizing the importance of proper names.
- A participant expresses a dislike for over-choreographed sword fights, favoring more relatable and immediate duels, citing "Harakiri," "Twilight Samurai," and "The Duellists" as examples.
- The one-shot corridor fight from "Oldboy" is mentioned as having a significant awe factor.
- Spencer Tracy versus Ernest Borgnine in "Bad Day at Black Rock" is highlighted as a memorable fight scene, along with other classic duels from various films.
- Jackie Chan is brought up multiple times, indicating a shared appreciation for his work in fight choreography.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants present multiple competing views on what constitutes the best fight scenes, with no consensus reached on a definitive list. Different preferences and styles are expressed, indicating a rich variety of opinions.
Contextual Notes
Some participants express nostalgia for older films, while others focus on contemporary works. The discussion reflects a range of tastes in fight choreography, from realistic to highly stylized, without resolving which is superior.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in film analysis, action choreography, or cinematic history may find the varied perspectives on fight scenes engaging.
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The Bride versus The Crazy 88's and Oren Ishii.
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newjerseyrunner
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Chris Farley... 'nuff said.
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Chuck Norris vs Bruce Lee
Ong Bak (NSFW language)
Bloodsport
Hero
Fearless
Ong Bak (NSFW language)
Bloodsport
Hero
Fearless
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Show down at the House of Blue Leaves
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ISamson
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Star Wars, Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, Pearl Harbour, Indiana Jones...
Have I missed anything?
Have I missed anything?
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Lol, probably not... but there were some good scenes in " The Bourne Legacy " ...ISamson said:
I thought the entire film was rather interesting, though...
The Bourne Legacy (film)
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"Tora, Tora, Tora", yes. That travesty with Ben Feckless, no.ISamson said:
And, btw, "Harbor" is a proper name, spelling is not option there. TIA
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I love me some sword fights. But I very much dislike over-choreographed ones. Hence the duel from the original Harakiri ranks among the best in my eyes:
The lack of flashy, superhuman moves, and the relative clumsiness of the human body (as compared to fantasy fights) makes it all feel relatable, and immediate.
For the same reason, the duel from the Twilight Samurai is also very good:
An then there's the first film of Ridley Scott's - the Duellists (based on J. Conrad's novella). As the title suggests, there are a lot of duels in it. They're all great in how they (mostly) tend to end within a few dozen seconds of commencing. It makes you appreciate how down-to-earth, utilitarian, and reactions-based the fights were.
E.g.:
Still, in terms of the awe factor, the greatest fight of all time must be the one-shot corridor fight from Oldboy:
The lack of flashy, superhuman moves, and the relative clumsiness of the human body (as compared to fantasy fights) makes it all feel relatable, and immediate.
For the same reason, the duel from the Twilight Samurai is also very good:
An then there's the first film of Ridley Scott's - the Duellists (based on J. Conrad's novella). As the title suggests, there are a lot of duels in it. They're all great in how they (mostly) tend to end within a few dozen seconds of commencing. It makes you appreciate how down-to-earth, utilitarian, and reactions-based the fights were.
E.g.:
Still, in terms of the awe factor, the greatest fight of all time must be the one-shot corridor fight from Oldboy:
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Jackie Chan??
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Spencer Tracy versus Ernest Borgnine in Bad Day at Black Rock. One of the best "worm turns" sequence ever. As an old guy I also liked the first fist fight in "Hard Times", where Charles Bronson responds perfectly to the comment "Aren't you kind of old for this?", from his opponent. The fight scene in the bar by the main character of the great French movie "Les Enfants du Paradis", (Children of Paradise), is also a pleasant surprise along the lines of the Spencer Tracy scene. After the unexpected result the protagonist says modestly "I grew up in a tough neighborhood."
In addition to amazing swordfight scenes like Twilight Samurai and Sanjuro, there is also the final duel in The Fencing Master.
In addition to amazing swordfight scenes like Twilight Samurai and Sanjuro, there is also the final duel in The Fencing Master.
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Lol... I thought I might be the only one old enough to remember... Bad Day at Black Rock .mathwonk said:
Lee Marvin played a real jerk in that movie, too...Woops...
That wasn't meant to be insulting...
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mathwonk
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not to mention Robert Ryan.
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I was thinking of him as well.ISamson said: