August 31st, 2005
Tired of people flying through CGI bamboo forests? Here’s the cure. Thanks to a tip from Silentz, we caught this film during its brief run in theatres, then again on DVD last night…
Ong Bak - The Thai Warrior is a back-to-basics movie that doesn’t need heavy production thanks to its talented leading man. Tony Jaa is a fighter and stuntman whose Muay Thai moves are refreshing and often unexpected.
While I won’t argue that some of the plot and dialogue can be hokey, that’s par for the course. I still think it’s destined to become a classic. You’ll see why the martial arts genre developed such a loyal following.
Also watch for Tony Jaa’s next US release - Tom Yum Goong.
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8 Comments Add your own
1.
Chele | August 31st, 2005 at 3:56 pm
Aahhh thanks for stopping by. Nice spot you have here… I will have to visit again.
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Silentz | August 31st, 2005 at 5:10 pm
I never wanted to bash some one in the head with my elbow before more than after watching that movie.
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Hannes | August 31st, 2005 at 8:55 pm
OH MY GOD. This movie absolutely rocked! Not only were there no CGI or wires or anything, it also looked like he was actually bashing someone in the face hard everytime, too!
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Mr Loobz | September 1st, 2005 at 12:30 am
I caught the show last year and thought it was a blast! He’s better than Jackie Chan. No special effects whatsoever. He is a born-killer.
5.
Reia | September 1st, 2005 at 2:51 am
Hi! Interesting blog
Thanks for visiting too.
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Char | September 1st, 2005 at 7:19 am
I’ll have to check that movie out!
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Opus | September 1st, 2005 at 12:44 pm
Thanks for the tips I love *good* martial arts movies.
I’m thinking of going to see Unleashed with Jet Li, not strictly a martial arts movie but in the trailer the fight scenes look great. Have you seen it?
http://www.unleashedmovie.com/
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Jonathan | June 27th, 2006 at 5:49 am
Tony Yaa is the best fighter!
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