Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts
Originally released in 1998. Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts is a documentary film. directed by Nancy Gimbrone.
Starring David Carradine, Chris Casamassa, and Rob Buckland
Synopsis
For centuries, only a chosen few learned the closely guarded secrets of the martial arts. Today, millions worldwide practice, from New York lawyers to African villagers-but few know the history of the esoteric disciplines they study.
This action-packed program crosses the Orient to uncover the mystic origins of THE MARTIAL ARTS.
Witness top masters of karate, judo, kyudo, and hapkido demonstrate their stunning skills and explore the many facets of the varied disciplines, including their rich spiritual heritage.
Take an extremely rare glimpse inside China's Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of martial arts: within these ancient walls, monks demonstrate their unique style of kung-fu and perform astonishing feats through a 3,000-year-old practice called qigong.
A&E takes an unforgettable journey into the enigmatic world of ancient combat, exposing the fabled origins and evolution of THE MARTIAL ARTS.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts about?
For centuries, only a chosen few learned the closely guarded secrets of the martial arts. Today, millions worldwide practice, from New York lawyers to African villagers-but few know the history of ...
Who directed Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts?
Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts was directed by Nancy Gimbrone.
How long is Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts?
Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts released?
Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts was released on January 1, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts?
The main cast of Mystic Origins of the Martial Arts includes David Carradine, Chris Casamassa, Rob Buckland, Michael Bernardo, Fumio Demura.