Rise of the Legend
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Samuel "Sammo" Hung Kam-bo (Chinese: 洪金寶; Jyutping: Hung 4 Gam 1-bou 2; born 7 January 1952) is a Hong Kong actor, martial artist, film producer and director, known for his work in martial arts films, Hong Kong action cinema, and as a fight choreographer for other actors such as Jackie Chan.
He made his feature film debut as an actor at the age of 12, and has worked in numerous martial arts films as an actor, director, producer and/or choreographer, collaborating with Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan, two superstars of the genre. He is now internationally renowned as a pioneer and trend-setter in Hong Kong action films.
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Sammo Kam-Bo Hung. Stunts: Ip Man. Born in Hong Kong, Sammo Hung's acting career began while he was training in acrobatics, martial arts and dance as a child at the China Drama Academy, and he received acclaim for his performance with a troupe called "The Seven Little Fortunes."
- January 7, 1952
Mar 12, 2023 · Martial arts veteran Sammo Hung was presented with a lifetime achievement honor at the Asian Film Awards. The ceremony is back as an in-person event after a two-year absence and has shifted...
2 days ago · Hong Kong film legend Sammo Hung marvelled at Singapore’s transformation over the years – but he too has not escaped change. The 72-year-old was in town for the Asian Film Awards Academy’s masterclass series, held at Lasalle College of the Arts on May 4. Hung at a May 3 press conference at ...
Mar 14, 2023 · Filmart: Martial Arts Master Sammo Hung on Being “a Happy Dictator on Set” The Asian Film Awards handed the veteran filmmaker its lifetime honor at Filmart in Hong Kong as he says movies can...
Sammo Hung (Chinese: 洪金寶, born Hung Kam Po, 7 January 1952) is a Hong Kong actor, martial artist, producer and director, known for his work in many kung fu films and Hong Kong action cinema. He has been a fight choreographer for, amongst others, Jackie Chan, King Hu, and John Woo.
