Sammo Hung transformation through the years
Sammo Hung Kam-bo, born in Hong Kong on January 7th, 1952, is a prominent actor, martial artist, film producer, and director known for his work in martial arts films and Hong Kong action cinema. He is also recognized for his role as a fight choreographer for well-known actors such as Jackie Chan. His contributions to the Hong Kong New Wave movement of the 1980s and his involvement in reinventing the martial arts genre have solidified his place in the film industry.
Hung has been influential in launching the careers of many of his compatriots in the Hong Kong film industry. He often cast them in films he produced or gave them roles in the production crew, helping them get their start in the industry. His impact has been far-reaching, and he is widely credited with revitalizing martial arts cinema and introducing the zombie-like jiangshi genre.
Hung's relationship with Jackie Chan is notable, as both actors were often addressed as "Dai Goh," meaning "Big Brother," until they starred together in Project A. Hung, as the eldest of the kung fu "brothers" and the first to make a significant mark on the industry, gained the nickname "Dai Goh Dai," meaning "Biggest Big Brother."
He was born into a family closely linked to the film industry, as both his parents worked as wardrobe artists, and his grandmother was a martial arts actress, while his grandfather was a film director. Hung himself joined the China Drama Academy, a Peking Opera School in Hong Kong, at the age of 9 and trained there for seven years.
His time at the academy was formative and he became the foremost member of the Seven Little Fortunes performing group, alongside his longtime friend and future international superstar, Jackie Chan.
In 1988, Hung starred in Alex Law's Painted Faces, a film that dramatized his experiences at the China Drama Academy. The movie showcased the intense physical training and acrobatic stunts that Hung and his peers endured during their time at the academy. Despite its brutality, the movie is considered a toned-down version of their actual experiences.
Throughout his career, Sammo Hung Kam-bo has had a profound influence on martial arts cinema and played a significant role in shaping the Hong Kong film industry. His contributions continue to be celebrated by fans and fellow filmmakers worldwide..
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