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Over 80 of the world's greatest martial artists demonstrate techniques and discuss philosophy in this fascinating, action-packed account of the martial arts phenomenon and its increasing global popularity. See rare footage of some of the world's greatest kickboxers such as Benny 'The Jet' Urquidez, Don "The Dragon" Wilson, and Bill "Sugarfoot" Wallace. Hear commentary by some of the top stars of No-Holds-Barred including Rorion Gracie, Mark Kerr, Keith Hackney, and Bas Rutten. Witness the stars training and analyze their techniques. Learn about competitions such as K-1, the world's most popular martial arts competition. Discover what separates the sports styles and the spiritual styles of martial arts. (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Cast
Jet Li
China
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David Carradine
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Sammo Hung
China
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Bas Rutten
Netherlands
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Don 'The Dragon' Wilson
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Eric Lee
China
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Cynthia Rothrock
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Phillip Rhee
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Richard Norton
Australia
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Mark Margolis
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Costas Mandylor
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Bruce Lee
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Robert Wall
USA
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Dan Inosanto
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Stephen Quadros
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Jhoon Rhee
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Bill Wallace
USA
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Michele Krasnoo
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Peter Aerts (a.f.)
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