I did a couple comedies to balance myself as an actor and balance how audiences see Donnie Yen as an actor, and I would even say as a celebrity or icon, to some fans. I want to show that I'm not Terminator.
I guess I'm pretty lucky because in childhood I studied so many martial arts styles and I never stopped researching them, my body is very adjustable … - Donnie Yen
I guess I'm pretty lucky because in childhood I studied so many martial arts styles and I never stopped researching them, my body is very adjustable …
- Donnie Yen
I think action movies bring more excitement than tears, but I always want to take it to another level. I mean I think if one appreciates anything in … - Donnie Yen
I think action movies bring more excitement than tears, but I always want to take it to another level. I mean I think if one appreciates anything in …
There are two types of Chinese growing up in America. One is the kind that does really well in school, with thick, thick glasses. And the other is in… - Donnie Yen
There are two types of Chinese growing up in America. One is the kind that does really well in school, with thick, thick glasses. And the other is in…
I always tell younger filmmakers, it's not just about the acting or the art itself. It's about how big of an audience watches your film. - Donnie Yen
I always tell younger filmmakers, it's not just about the acting or the art itself. It's about how big of an audience watches your film.
Bruce is the man. He was definitely ahead of his time. - Donnie Yen
Bruce is the man. He was definitely ahead of his time.
The main reason I like UFC is not just the martial arts aspect, but it's about one person against the other person. It's about being able to test you… - Donnie Yen
The main reason I like UFC is not just the martial arts aspect, but it's about one person against the other person. It's about being able to test you…
I've always been in a rebel. - Donnie Yen
I've always been in a rebel.
For me, the challenge of a period film is that, unlike a contemporary film where the character can be very free-form when it comes to the acting, the… - Donnie Yen
For me, the challenge of a period film is that, unlike a contemporary film where the character can be very free-form when it comes to the acting, the…
I always used to wonder why American actors were getting fat, then I made a U.S. movie. I'm seeing all the food every day, and there's lots of waitin… - Donnie Yen
I always used to wonder why American actors were getting fat, then I made a U.S. movie. I'm seeing all the food every day, and there's lots of waitin…
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