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John Woo

  1. John Woo: Stranglehold movie still coming, would like to make another game
    Joystiq logo Joystiq 18 hours ago

    Legendary action film director John Woo hasn't given up on a movie adaptation of Stranglehold, the game he made with Midway as a sequel to his Hong Kong bullet ballet classic Hard Boiled. Full Article at Joystiq

  2. With the historical epic 'Red Cliff,' director John Woo returns to his action roots
    TampaBay.com | St. Petersburg Times logo TampaBay.com | St. Petersburg Times 23 hours ago
    Director John Woo returned to his native China for inspiration, resulting in the historical epic Red Cliff.

    Director John Woo returned to his native China for inspiration, resulting in the historical epic Red Cliff. Full Article at TampaBay.com | St. Petersburg Times

  3. Getty Images logo Getty Images 6 months ago
    SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 09: Actress Miranda Otto (L) and director John Woo attend the Australian premiere of 'Red Cliff' as part of the Sydney Film Festival at the State Theatre on June 9, 2009 in Sydney, Australia.

    SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 09: Actress Miranda Otto (L) and director John Woo attend the Australian premiere of 'Red Cliff' as part of the Sydney Film Festival at the State Theatre on June 9, 2009 in Sydney, Australia. View Photo »

  4. I have learned so much from Hollywood ... and I thought it was about time to bring what I have learned in Hollywood back to Asia. There are so many young and talented filmmakers in China. I think it's great for them to have the chance to work on a big-budget, Hollywood-type movie. To learn some new spir...
    John Woo – John Woo SOURCE: Salon 2 weeks ago
  5. Red Cliff | Directed by John Woo
    Baltimore City Paper logo Baltimore City Paper 1 day ago

    Here's a theory as to why director John Woo's classic mid-'80s Hong Kong action movies worked so well: everything was small. Full Article at Baltimore City Paper

  6. Red Cliff
    The New Yorker logo The New Yorker 2 days ago

    The action master John Woo, after years of directing (mostly middling) American films, returns to China for this epic story of a legendary third-century battle between a powerful emperor-backed general and two competing warlords. Full Article at The New Yorker

  7. Interview: John Woo
    Cinematical logo Cinematical 2 days ago

    When I was in college in the 90s in Austin, Texas, I used to frequent a video store called "I Luv VIdeo." The locals all called it "I Heart Video," though, because of their distinctive sign. Full Article at Cinematical

  8. Reuters Pictures 7 months ago
    Hong Kong director John Woo (C), his wife Annie and Hong Kong director Ann Hui (R) arrive at the Hong Kong Film Awards April 19, 2009.

    Hong Kong director John Woo (C), his wife Annie and Hong Kong director Ann Hui (R) arrive at the Hong Kong Film Awards April 19, 2009. View Photo »

  9. I have learned so much from Hollywood ... and I thought it was about time to bring what I have learned in Hollywood back to Asia. There are so many young and talented filmmakers in China. I think it's great for them to have the chance to work on a big-budget, Hollywood-type movie. To learn some new spir...
    John Woo – John Woo SOURCE: Salon 2 weeks ago
  10. The John Woo Style
    YouTube Logo YouTube Videos 10 months ago
  11. Movie Review: Red Cliff - Like Delicious Candy, Except with Blood and Fireballs
    Blogcritics.org logo Blogcritics.org 2 days ago

    The trailer for the Chinese period piece war epic Red Cliff trumpets it as the new film from "legendary director John Woo." Even as a fan of Mr. Woo's work, that's a pretty bold statement. Full Article at Blogcritics.org

  12. Clipped 'Cliff' is still a grand action movie
    Honolulu Star-Bulletin logo Honolulu Star-Bulletin 5 days ago

    Like the Alamo in America, Red Cliff has become part of the historical mythology of a nation's identity, and has become the subject of popular literature in China, particularly the quaint fiction "Romance of the Three Kingdoms." Full Article at Honolulu Star-Bulletin

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About John Woo

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John Woo Yu-Sen (born 1 May 1946) is a critically acclaimed international Chinese film director and producer. Recognized for his stylized films of highly choreographed action sequences, Mexican standoffs, and use of slow-motion, Mr. Woo has directed several notable Hong Kong action films, among them, A Better Tomorrow, Hard Boiled, and The Killer. Full Article

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Hong Kong director John Woo meets reporters in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Woo and cast members of 'Red Cliff 2' held a news conference in the territory on Tuesday.
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  1. Hong Kong director John Woo is interviewed in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Woo and cast members of 'Red Cliff 2' held a news conference in the territory on Tuesday. Reuters Pictures 11 months ago

    Hong Kong director John Woo is interviewed in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Woo and cast members of 'Red Cliff 2' held a news conference in the territory on Tuesday.

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  2. Hong Kong director John Woo meets reporters in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Woo and cast members of 'Red Cliff 2' held a news conference in the territory on Tuesday. Reuters Pictures 11 months ago

    Hong Kong director John Woo meets reporters in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Woo and cast members of 'Red Cliff 2' held a news conference in the territory on Tuesday.

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  3. Hong Kong director John Woo meets reporters at the Peak overlooking the Hong Kong cityscape January 6, 2009. Woo and cast members of 'Red Cliff 2' held a news conference in the territory on Tuesday. Reuters Pictures 11 months ago

    Hong Kong director John Woo meets reporters at the Peak overlooking the Hong Kong cityscape January 6, 2009. Woo and cast members of 'Red Cliff 2' held a news conference in the territory on Tuesday.

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  4. Hong Kong director John Woo speaks to media during the news conference for his latest movie "Red Cliff 2" in Hong Kong Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 11 months ago

    Hong Kong director John Woo speaks to media during the news conference for his latest movie "Red Cliff 2" in Hong Kong Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009.

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  5. Hong Kong director John Woo speaks to media during the news conference for his latest movie "Red Cliff 2" in Hong Kong Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 11 months ago

    Hong Kong director John Woo speaks to media during the news conference for his latest movie "Red Cliff 2" in Hong Kong Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009.

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  6. Hong Kong director John Woo speaks to media during the news conference for his latest movie "Red Cliff 2" in Hong Kong Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 11 months ago

    Hong Kong director John Woo speaks to media during the news conference for his latest movie "Red Cliff 2" in Hong Kong Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009.

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  7. FILE - In this June 13, 2009 file photo, Hong Kong film director John Woo poses on the red carpet prior to the opening ceremony of the 12th Shanghai International Film Festival at Shanghai Grand Theater, in Shanghai. China. AP Photo logo AP Photo 5 months ago

    FILE - In this June 13, 2009 file photo, Hong Kong film director John Woo poses on the red carpet prior to the opening ceremony of the 12th Shanghai International Film Festival at Shanghai Grand Theater, in Shanghai. China.

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  8. From right, Hong Kong's directors Ann Hui, John Woo and his wife arrive at the Hong Kong Film Awards Presentation ceremony Sunday, April 19, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 7 months ago

    From right, Hong Kong's directors Ann Hui, John Woo and his wife arrive at the Hong Kong Film Awards Presentation ceremony Sunday, April 19, 2009.

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  9. Left to right, Chinese singer A Lan, Taiwan-born Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro, film director John Woo and Taiwanese model and actress Lin Chiling wave for fans during Japan premiere of "Red Cliff II" in Tokyo, Japan, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 10 months ago

    Left to right, Chinese singer A Lan, Taiwan-born Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro, film director John Woo and Taiwanese model and actress Lin Chiling wave for fans during Japan premiere of "Red Cliff II" in Tokyo, Japan, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009.

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  10. Chinese singer alan (L), Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro (2nd L), Taiwanese actress Lin Chiling (R), and Hong Kong director John Woo (2nd R) wave to the audience prior to the premiere of the film "Red Cliff Part II" in Tokyo on February 5, 2009. Getty Images logo Getty Images 10 months ago

    Chinese singer alan (L), Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro (2nd L), Taiwanese actress Lin Chiling (R), and Hong Kong director John Woo (2nd R) wave to the audience prior to the premiere of the film "Red Cliff Part II" in Tokyo on February 5, 2009.

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  11. Chinese singer alan (L), Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro (2nd L), Taiwanese actress Lin Chiling (R), and Hong Kong director John Woo (2nd R) wave to the audience prior to the premiere of the film "Red Cliff Part II" in Tokyo on February 5, 2009. Getty Images logo Getty Images 10 months ago

    Chinese singer alan (L), Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro (2nd L), Taiwanese actress Lin Chiling (R), and Hong Kong director John Woo (2nd R) wave to the audience prior to the premiere of the film "Red Cliff Part II" in Tokyo on February 5, 2009.

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  12. Taiwan's actress Lin Chi-ling (L-R), Taiwan's actor Chang Chen, Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, Hong Kong director John Woo and his wife Niu Chun-long, Taiwan's actor Takeshi Kaneshiro and Chinese actor Hu Jun pose for photographers at the premiere of "Red Cliff 2" in Taipei January 14, 2009. Reuters Pictures 10 months ago

    Taiwan's actress Lin Chi-ling (L-R), Taiwan's actor Chang Chen, Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, Hong Kong director John Woo and his wife Niu Chun-long, Taiwan's actor Takeshi Kaneshiro and Chinese actor Hu Jun pose for photographers at the premiere of "Red Cliff 2" in Taipei January 14, 2009.

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  13. Actor Takeshi Kaneshiro (L-R) of Taiwan, Hong Kong director John Woo and Hong Kong actor Tony Leung attend the premiere of "Red Cliff 2" in Taipei January 14, 2009. Reuters Pictures 10 months ago

    Actor Takeshi Kaneshiro (L-R) of Taiwan, Hong Kong director John Woo and Hong Kong actor Tony Leung attend the premiere of "Red Cliff 2" in Taipei January 14, 2009.

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  14. Seen from left; China actor Hu Jun, Taiwan-Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro, Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, Hong Kong director John Woo, Taiwan actor Chang Chen and Taiwan model/actress Lin Chi-ling pose during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan,... AP Photo logo AP Photo 10 months ago

    Seen from left; China actor Hu Jun, Taiwan-Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro, Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, Hong Kong director John Woo, Taiwan actor Chang Chen and Taiwan model/actress Lin Chi-ling pose during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan,...

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  15. Taiwan model/actress Lin Chi-ling listens to questions during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 10 months ago

    Taiwan model/actress Lin Chi-ling listens to questions during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009.

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  16. Taiwan model/actress Lin Chi-ling answers questions during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 10 months ago

    Taiwan model/actress Lin Chi-ling answers questions during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009.

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  17. Taiwan-Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro answers questions during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 10 months ago

    Taiwan-Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro answers questions during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009.

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  18. Famed Hong Kong actor Tony leung laughs during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 10 months ago

    Famed Hong Kong actor Tony leung laughs during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cliff Part 2 in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009.

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  19. Seen from left; Hong Kong director John Woo, Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, Taiwan-Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro, Taiwan actor Chang Chen, Taiwan model/actress Lin Chi-ling, and China actor Hu Jun unfurl blessings for their movie during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cli... AP Photo logo AP Photo 10 months ago

    Seen from left; Hong Kong director John Woo, Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, Taiwan-Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro, Taiwan actor Chang Chen, Taiwan model/actress Lin Chi-ling, and China actor Hu Jun unfurl blessings for their movie during a press conference ahead of the premier of Red Cli...

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  20. Actors Hu Jun of China (L-R), Takeshi Kaneshiro of Taiwan, Tony Leung of Hong Kong, Hong Kong director John Woo, actor Chang Chen of Taiwan and actress Lin Chi-ling of Taiwan pose during a news conference promoting "Red Cliff 2" in Taipei January 14, 2009. Reuters Pictures 10 months ago

    Actors Hu Jun of China (L-R), Takeshi Kaneshiro of Taiwan, Tony Leung of Hong Kong, Hong Kong director John Woo, actor Chang Chen of Taiwan and actress Lin Chi-ling of Taiwan pose during a news conference promoting "Red Cliff 2" in Taipei January 14, 2009.

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  21. (L-R) Chinese actress Zhao Wei, Hong Kong director John Woo, Taiwanese actor Chang Chen, Taiwanese actress Lin Chi-ling and Hong Kong actor Tony Leung pose during a news conference promoting 'Red Cliff 2' in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Reuters Pictures 11 months ago

    (L-R) Chinese actress Zhao Wei, Hong Kong director John Woo, Taiwanese actor Chang Chen, Taiwanese actress Lin Chi-ling and Hong Kong actor Tony Leung pose during a news conference promoting 'Red Cliff 2' in Hong Kong January 6, 2009.

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  22. Chinese actress Zhao Wei speaks during an interview after a news conference promoting "Red Cliff 2", directed by John Woo, in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. At background are portraits of (L-R) Japanese actor Nakamura Shido, Chinese actor Hu Jun and Taiwanese actor Chang Chen. Reuters Pictures 11 months ago

    Chinese actress Zhao Wei speaks during an interview after a news conference promoting "Red Cliff 2", directed by John Woo, in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. At background are portraits of (L-R) Japanese actor Nakamura Shido, Chinese actor Hu Jun and Taiwanese actor Chang Chen.

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  23. Chinese actress Zhao Wei speaks during an interview after a news conference promoting "Red Cliff 2", directed by John Woo, in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Reuters Pictures 11 months ago

    Chinese actress Zhao Wei speaks during an interview after a news conference promoting "Red Cliff 2", directed by John Woo, in Hong Kong January 6, 2009.

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  24. Taiwanese actress Lin Chi-ling poses during a news conference promoting 'Red Cliff 2', a movie directed by John Woo, in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Reuters Pictures 11 months ago

    Taiwanese actress Lin Chi-ling poses during a news conference promoting 'Red Cliff 2', a movie directed by John Woo, in Hong Kong January 6, 2009.

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  25. Hong Kong actor Tony Leung and Taiwanese actress Lin Chi-ling pose during a news conference promoting 'Red Cliff 2', a movie directed by John Woo, in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Reuters Pictures 11 months ago

    Hong Kong actor Tony Leung and Taiwanese actress Lin Chi-ling pose during a news conference promoting 'Red Cliff 2', a movie directed by John Woo, in Hong Kong January 6, 2009.

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Hong Kong director John Woo meets reporters in Hong Kong January 6, 2009. Woo and cast members of 'Red Cliff 2' held a news conference in the territory on Tuesday.

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