CreativeExplorer-MichaelMandaville.com
I work in Film. I live in Martial Arts. I thrive in Imagination.
Writing
Putting Pen to Paper Keeps the Mind Sharp
Why Writing?
All that chatter in one's brain?! Cured for me by writing down my thoughts and forcing my brain to clarify and order them. To pick the words for precision. The order of the words to clarify thinking. Perhaps this effort is a constant Socratic forum for my brain to achieve more and more.
How to Use a Samurai Sword
Let's Ask Shogo is an expert in the use of Katana and swords. ...more
Filmmaking ,Warrior &Action Arthouse Films
January 31, 2024•0 min read
Stunts Explained
Stunts explained in this video. ...more
Action Arthouse Films
November 02, 2023•0 min read
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
Raiders is a classic film because it was based upon the 1930's serials - cheap B films - but took it to a truly unique level. ...more
Action Arthouse Films
November 02, 2023•1 min read
Seven Samurai
Seven Samurai is one of my favorite films for its intensity, style and era. I really enjoy samurai movies. ...more
Action Arthouse Films
November 02, 2023•1 min read
Enter the Dragon (1973)
One of the greatest martial arts films of all time with Bruce Lee dominating this Hong Kong classic. ...more
Action Arthouse Films
November 02, 2023•1 min read
The Raid: Redemption
"The Raid" was a terrific action film out of Asia which emphasized the local martial arts world of eskrima, kali, penkat silat and more. Vicious, hard-hitting and relentless. ...more
Action Arthouse Films
November 02, 2023•1 min read
John Wick (2014)
Great hyper stylized film "John Wick" (2014) became a instant classic. ...more
Action Arthouse Films
November 02, 2023•1 min read
Die Hard (1988)
"Die Hard" (1988) is a classic film in arthouse action, just brilliant in its execution and a cultural action. ...more
Action Arthouse Films
November 02, 2023•1 min read
