I first saw this film at my Sifu's house back in the early 80's. It is so thoroughly motivating to a young (then) martial artist! All of these warriors together (sort of) in one place. It is still amazing to me to watch these masters in the performance of their art, yet there is a sadness that comes with it.
Several years ago, Wesley Snipes produced and hosted a television special that honored many of the great masters featured in this film. Most notably, to me, was Moses Powell.
While some of the artists performed onstage during that special, many were simply too old to live up to their former glory. There were a couple of masters that were simply painful to watch.
I, in no way, deride their performance; I simply acknowledge the ache in my heart, knowing that we all get older and eventually become unable to do the things we once did. Even our heroes and idols grow old and infirm.
I am very glad, however, that their glory has been captured forever in films such as this one.
Peace, honor and respect to you, masters.
*bow*
Several years ago, Wesley Snipes produced and hosted a television special that honored many of the great masters featured in this film. Most notably, to me, was Moses Powell.
While some of the artists performed onstage during that special, many were simply too old to live up to their former glory. There were a couple of masters that were simply painful to watch.
I, in no way, deride their performance; I simply acknowledge the ache in my heart, knowing that we all get older and eventually become unable to do the things we once did. Even our heroes and idols grow old and infirm.
I am very glad, however, that their glory has been captured forever in films such as this one.
Peace, honor and respect to you, masters.
*bow*