Documentary, History
Learn the ancient and noble art of fighting with the long- or "hand-and-a-half" sword according to the teachings of the medieval fencing master Johannes Liechtenauer! Reconstructed from 14th - 16th c manuscripts and illuminations, the highly effective fighting techniques and principles of this elegant and deadly martial art are now available for everyone. A valuable treasure trove for everyone interested in historical swordsmanship, by respected martial artists Hans Heim and Alex Kiermayer.
MOVIE COMMENTS
SIMILAR MOVIES
Kingdom
Bodyguards and Assassins
Henry V
The Kung Fu Cult Master
The Adventures of Robin Hood
The Count of Monte Cristo
Elephant Food Is for the Strongest Teeth
Ip Man
An Empress and the Warriors
Matthew Polly On "Game Of Death"
Red Cliff
Sword of the Stranger
Jodhaa Akbar
Troy
Hero
Re-Enter the New York Ninja
Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island
Mark Hunt: The Fight of His Life
Lady Oscar
Fist of Fear, Touch of Death
SIMILAR MOVIES
Kingdom
IMDB 7.2 | Apr , 2019
Set in Qin Dynasty during the warring states period in ancient China. Shin was a war orphan. He has a dream of becoming a great general Shin has a fateful encounter with young King Eisei. King Eisei aims to unify all of China.Bodyguards and Assassins
IMDB 6.8 | Dec , 2009
In 1905, revolutionist Sun Yat-Sen visits Hong Kong to discuss plans with Tongmenghui members to overthrow the Qing dynasty. But when they find out that assassins have been sent to kill him, they assemble a group of protectors to prevent any attacks.Henry V
IMDB 7.2 | Oct , 1989
Gritty adaption of William Shakespeare's play about the English King's bloody conquest of France.The Kung Fu Cult Master
IMDB 6.7 | Dec , 1993
A wild and rollicking martial arts fantasy extravaganza that features prized swords and swordsmen, a crazy monk attached to a rolling boulder, serious clan and cult rivalries, and lots of magic and flying.The Adventures of Robin Hood
IMDB 7.5 | May , 1938
Robin Hood fights nobly for justice against the evil Sir Guy of Gisbourne while striving to win the hand of the beautiful Maid Marian.The Count of Monte Cristo
IMDB 7.7 | Jan , 2002
Edmond Dantés's life and plans to marry the beautiful Mercedes are shattered when his best friend, Fernand, deceives him. After spending 13 miserable years in prison, Dantés escapes with the help of a fellow inmate and plots his revenge, cleverly insinuating himself into the French nobility.Elephant Food Is for the Strongest Teeth
IMDB 0 | Nov , 2021
In Kano City, Northern Nigeria, crowds gather to watch local heroes face off in the ancient Hausa martial art of Dambe. Part battle, part dance, part live mythology, it’s a cultural tradition that has survived and thrived in the region, despite invasion, famine, British colonialism and attacks by Boko Haram. In Dambe’s lightning-fast bouts, against a hypnotic soundtrack of live drumming and improvised praise songs, conflicts erupt, rivalries are formed and legends are made.Ip Man
IMDB 7.8 | Dec , 2008
A semi-biographical account of Yip Man, the first martial arts master to teach the Chinese martial art of Wing Chun. The film focuses on events surrounding Ip that took place in the city of Foshan between the 1930s to 1940s during the Second Sino-Japanese War. Directed by Wilson Yip, the film stars Donnie Yen in the lead role, and features fight choreography by Sammo Hung.An Empress and the Warriors
IMDB 6 | Feb , 2008
After the death of her father, a woman is forced to take over as empress and fight to save her kingdom.Matthew Polly On "Game Of Death"
IMDB 0 | May , 2017
Matthew Polly analyzes the film and its impactRed Cliff
IMDB 7.1 | Jul , 2008
In 208 A.D., in the final days of the Han Dynasty, shrewd Prime Minster Cao convinced the fickle Emperor Han the only way to unite all of China was to declare war on the kingdoms of Xu in the west and East Wu in the south. Thus began a military campaign of unprecedented scale. Left with no other hope for survival, the kingdoms of Xu and East Wu formed an unlikely alliance.Sword of the Stranger
IMDB 7.6 | Sep , 2007
Pursued by formidable Chinese assassins, young Kotaro and his dog run into No Name, a mysterious stranger who gets pulled into the chase. The unlikely companions form a bond over saving the dog from a poison attack, but chaos erupts when the assassins find Kotaro, and No Name must face his past before a horrible fate is met again.Jodhaa Akbar
IMDB 7.3 | Feb , 2008
A sixteenth century love story about a marriage of alliance that gave birth to true love between a Mughal emperor and a Rajput princess.Troy
IMDB 7.2 | May , 2004
In year 1250 B.C. during the late Bronze age, two emerging nations begin to clash. Paris, the Trojan prince, convinces Helen, Queen of Sparta, to leave her husband Menelaus, and sail with him back to Troy. After Menelaus finds out that his wife was taken by the Trojans, he asks his brother Agamemnon to help him get her back. Agamemnon sees this as an opportunity for power. They set off with 1,000 ships holding 50,000 Greeks to Troy.Hero
IMDB 7.5 | Jul , 2002
During China's Warring States period, a district prefect arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have killed the three assassins who had made an attempt on the king's life three years ago.Re-Enter the New York Ninja
IMDB 5.7 | Oct , 2021
A profile on martial artist John Liu and the making of his "lost" U.S. directorial debut, New York Ninja.Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island
IMDB 7.2 | Jan , 1956
A humble and simple Takezo abandons his life as a knight errant. He's sought as a teacher and vassal by Shogun, Japan's most powerful clan leader. He's also challenged to fight by the supremely confident and skillful Sasaki Kojiro. Takezo agrees to fight Kojiro in a year's time but rejects Shogun's patronage, choosing instead to live on the edge of a village, raising vegetables. He's followed there by Otsu and later by Akemi, both in love with him. The year ends as Takezo assists the villagers against a band of brigands. He seeks Otsu's forgiveness and accepts her love, then sets off across the water to Ganryu Island for his final contest.Mark Hunt: The Fight of His Life
IMDB 8 | Feb , 2022
Mark Hunt is a global superstar in kickboxing and mixed martial arts, the ‘Super Samoan’. This documentary charts his tumultuous career from childhood abuse at the hands of his father, to his lowly start in the ring and triumph in the UFC.Lady Oscar
IMDB 5.4 | Mar , 1979
Oscar François de Jarjayes was born female, but her father insisted she be raised as a boy as he had no sons. She becomes the captain of the guards at Versailles under King Louis XVI and Marie Antonette. Her privileged, noble life comes under fire as she discovers the hard life of the poor people of France. She is caught up in the French Revolution, and must choose between her loyalty and love.Fist of Fear, Touch of Death
IMDB 4.3 | Sep , 1980
A television reporter interviews fighters and promoters about Bruce Lee in preparation for a tournament to claim the title of “Successor to the Bruce Lee legacy”. Footage from Bruce Lee's films and interviews is repurposed in pseudo-documentary style.