SLEAZOIDS 343 - RAPID FIRE (1992) + THE CROW (1994) ft. Brandon Lim
Aug 25, 2024
Brandon Lim, a programmer for Blackbelt Cinema and enthusiast of martial arts films, joins the discussion about Brandon Lee's legacy. The hosts dive into Lee's dynamic role in "Rapid Fire," highlighting his martial arts choreography and the film's blend of action and gunplay. They then reflect on "The Crow," exploring how Lee's tragic death affected its production and the powerful emotional impact of his performance as Eric Draven. The conversation captures the enduring influence of Lee's work and the unique tone of this iconic 90s film.
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35mm Screening Reaction To Brandon Lee
- Brandon Lim described screening Rapid Fire on 35mm and how the crowd reacted strongly to Brandon Lee's romantic scene.
- He recalled many Asian men in the audience feeling seen when Brandon Lee was shown as a desirable leading man.
Lee Shaped Rapid Fire's Fight DNA
- Brandon Lee influenced Rapid Fire's fight choreography and character choices, bringing Jeet Kune Do elements to the film.
- His involvement shaped scenes from the ground up, rewriting action pages to match his and Jeff Amata's choreography.
Build Scenes From End Goals
- When staging action, start by defining where the scene must end and design movement to reach that point.
- Use choreography to inform story structure rather than force story onto rigid action beats.
