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【Today's Headline Entertainment Figures】Oriental Heroes under Hollywood Starlight: Donnie Yen's belated glory
There is an old saying in the army, "A soldier who doesn't want to be a general is not a good soldier, and there are similar remarks in the entertainment industry, and an actor who doesn't want to enter Hollywood is not a good actor!" "Yes! Who doesn't dream of being a general? In Hong Kong in the last century, countless celebrities dreamed of leaving their names in Hollywood.
Jackie Chan is undoubtedly the most famous one. Leave your autograph on the American Walk of Fame early. But there is also a martial arts star, a martial arts superstar who finally ushered in his own spring in the year of the sixtieth year - Donnie Yen.
From a kung fu kid to a late hero in Hollywood
When it comes to Donnie Yen, many people's memories may still stay in the image of a middle-aged tough guy who interprets the spirit of Chinese martial arts with one punch and one kick. But what everyone doesn't know is that this kung fu superstar has been hovering on the edge of Hollywood for a long time, waiting for the moment that belongs to him.
In Chinese kung fu movies, Donnie Yen's name is always accompanied by sharp punches and kicks and an indomitable spirit. He has been practicing martial arts since he was a child, and Donnie Yen's blood is flowing with love and dedication to martial arts.
Unlike many "kung fu kids" who were born as child stars, Donnie Yen's martial arts career started when he was a teenager.
At that time, under the influence of his mother, Mak Po Chan (a famous Tai Chi master), he not only mastered the essence of traditional martial arts, but also absorbed Western kickboxing techniques, which laid the foundation for his unique style of movement.
Donnie Yen's martial arts style is a distinctive mark that distinguishes him from other kung fu stars. He skillfully blends traditional Chinese martial arts with modern martial arts to create fast, precise and visually striking action design, an innovation that is vividly demonstrated in films such as "Kill the Wolf" and "The Fuse".
"Red Fan Zone" and Jackie Chan's ice-breaking journey
As early as the 90s of the 20th century, Jackie Chan at that time relied on "Red Fan Zone" to explode at the North American box office, with a record of $32 million, which opened the door to Hollywood for Chinese actors.
Then "Rush Hour" made Jackie Chan's name resounding in Hollywood, and Jackie Chan was already the first actor in Hollywood at that time, firmly sitting on the throne of a first-line action superstar. It also proves that the charm of Chinese kung fu is enough to cross borders.
Money laundering stills
At that time, Donnie Yen also tried to set foot in Hollywood, participating in the American version of "Money Laundering" (formerly known as "Once a Thief") and other works, but these early attempts did not allow him to shine on the international stage. has never been able to become the absolute protagonist like Jackie Chan. In the face of Hollywood's high standards and cultural differences, Donnie Yen has experienced a mental journey from expectation to frustration.
"Ip Man" trilogy: domestic fame, laying the cornerstone
In 2008, "Ip Man" was born, and the grandmaster Ip Man played by Donnie Yen conquered the hearts of hundreds of millions of viewers with his profound internal strength and gentle temperament. The series not only made Donnie Yen famous in China and consolidated his status as a new generation of kung fu superstar, but also accumulated enough strength and popularity for him to lay a solid foundation for hitting Hollywood again.
Stills from "Star Wars Story".
The domestic success of the "Ip Man" series has made Donnie Yen's status as a domestic kung fu superstar as rock-solid, but it has also made his Hollywood journey look a little overshadowed. His outstanding performances in films such as "Star Wars Story" and "Extreme Agent", although they have won the approval of the audience, seem to be a little bit behind and failed to enter the core stage of Hollywood.
Hollywood's "belated" breakthrough: Kane's character in "Fast and Furious 4".
Time flies, and soon it is 2023, Donnie Yen appears in "Fast and Furious 4" as the image of the blind killer Kane, and his powerful and delicate performance has attracted global attention.
The depth and complexity of this role allowed the audience to see another side of Donnie Yen's acting skills, and also won him the favor of Hollywood producers. Lionsgate decided to build an independent film around Kane, and Donnie Yen finally stopped being a passer-by in Hollywood, but firmly occupied the center of the spotlight as a starring role. Donnie Yen finally got the opportunity he dreamed of - to play the number one lead role in a Hollywood blockbuster. I wonder if this counts as a belated brilliance?
Sixty and "standing", Donnie Yen's "kung fu" philosophy
"Kane is not just a character for me, he is an extraordinary journey in my life." Donnie Yen said with emotion in an interview.
From a kung fu kid to an international superstar, to a late hero in Hollywood, Donnie Yen has interpreted what a real "late bloomer" is with practical actions. At the age of 60, he was not bound by age, but brought vivid roles to the audience with more mature acting skills and deep emotions.
Conclusion: Heroes no matter morning or evening, the starlight never fades
Donnie Yen's story made the editor see the power of perseverance and dreams, and saw that no matter how old you are, as long as you have fire in your heart, you can light the way forward.
On the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Donnie Yen wrote his own legendary chapter in his own way, and when the opportunity comes, seize it to shine the brightest.
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