

These Fists Break Bricks
Book • 2021
"These Fists Break Bricks" is a nonfiction work that delves into the history of how kung fu movies made their way to America.
Grady Hendrix examines the cultural impact and evolution of the genre, offering insights into the films, the stars, and the audience.
The book is designed to resemble a paperback from hell, similar to paperback horror novels.
Grady takes the readers through the kung fu scene and how the American audience influenced the genre.
The new edition is improved with more content.
The work combines elements of film history, cultural analysis, and personal anecdotes.
Grady Hendrix examines the cultural impact and evolution of the genre, offering insights into the films, the stars, and the audience.
The book is designed to resemble a paperback from hell, similar to paperback horror novels.
Grady takes the readers through the kung fu scene and how the American audience influenced the genre.
The new edition is improved with more content.
The work combines elements of film history, cultural analysis, and personal anecdotes.
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