4 Things That Every Good Fight Scene Needs | A John Wick Timecode Party
343John Wick: Chapter 4 has us all thirsty for more fight scenes. The Wick movies have set the new standard for action choreography, but there’s been a formula to a great fight scene forever. It just so happens that Keanu Reeves and the creative team behind John Wick absolutely nail the most important aspects of that formula. So for this installment of Timecode Party, Clint Gage is skipping around streaming platforms to find some of his favorite fight scenes to breakdown the 4 most important things that every great fight scene needs.
The picks and where you can find them!
Streaming on Peacock -
John Wick: Chapter 2 - 1:02:12 - Keanu Reeves and Common show that two actors extremely committed to the choreography is the baseline requirement for ass-kicking on screen.
Upgrade - 37:40 - Leigh Whannell’s camera and Logan Marshall Green’s performance are a perfect example of the production working with the choreography.
Streaming on Paramount+ -
Fist of Fury (1972) - 16:24 - Bruce Lee does what he does best, establishing a flavor of fight scene that’s cocky, swaggering, and more than a little fun.
Streaming on HBO Max -
Godzilla vs. Kong - 1:22-25 - The monster movie mayhem is on full display, showing why going a little bonkers with your fight scene isn’t just okay, it’s recommended!
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