If you've never seen this spin off from the Netflix series Marco Polo, One Hundred Eyes tells the origin story of the blind Taoist priest. It is a true classic with all of the folklore we've come to love from Kung Fu flicks, riveting action sequences, and insights into Taoist philosophy and the practice of "Kung Fu". Plus it's only 30 minutes and in English (a major plus for me, lol). Have you seen it?

This is a really fun movie, inspired by Bruce Lee's early time in the US. I love this moment in the final fight, when Wong Jack Man is sizing Lee up, learning his moves. The whole scene is great, but I love how the monk's thought process is portrayed. I tried to skip to 1:39, right before you get to see how he mentally defines Lee's technique, noticing Lee's self-restriction. This scene is supposed to portray Lee, realizing how 'style' can prevent expressing full potential, past a certain point in practice, versus pedagogical structure. This signifies the beginning of Lee developing Jeet Kun Do. I'm not at that level of development, but it's good to think about 'the art.' We're all pretty much stuck with the instrument we're born into. If martial arts is one of the many ways we use our body to express our internal condition, then the different disciplines within are like different genres. Some people focus on just one, getting to know seminal artists and defining techniques of expression, say weaves in the textile arts and their cultural associations. The greats are those who know, not only the best technique for a moment from their repertoire. They've practiced the basics for so many repetitions that it's a part of them. They know also, that their training was intended for certain scenarios, perhaps as many as possible, yet life includes more than any curriculum. In expression, they apply fundamental principles in novel ways to construct simple things that defy genre. You learn your equipment. You hone your craft. You compile and refine technique, recognizing that the present defines priority and therefore supercedes preparation. You blend into the moment, one component operating in synchrony with the situation. At the speed of life, be water.

Are you ready? Just watched this movie and while it's not a Kung Fu flick in the traditional sense, it does have some action and speaks to the world we live in and the one we're headed toward. Keep it real.💯 The real world is the only thing that's real.🔑 We need real connection and in places like this one and spaces like Tai Chi, we can find it. You are the hero of your story and this is your journey. There are no NPCs, just people sharing an experience trying to figure out what to make of it. Don't try too hard. Don't take yourself or life itself too seriously. It's not that serious. None of us make it out alive. Sometimes we'd all like to transport ourselves to magical far off lands but if we can stay grounded and keep our balance when life throws things our way, this place is already pretty magical sometimes. Adapt and overcome. You got this.🥷 Players play the game, play to play, and play to win.🥇 Have FUN.⚡️ Peace Up ✌️ & One Love 🙏

Everyone of us must start at the beginning. There is no way to skip this level. But if we continue taking steps... We will get somewhere eventually. Tai Chi Zero and Tai Chi Hero are must watch Tai Chi flicks. Sure there are some over the top elements, but both are very entertaining and have plenty of classical aspects/references. Is this really how Yang family Tai Chi was created? Non-stop Kung Fu action at every turn! They should've made the 3rd movie! Have you seen it? Love it or Hate it? Enjoy. 🙏

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